Chișinău government to block sites for cybercrime, experts warn of abuse

The Moldovan government is preparing a regulation to enable authorities to block access to websites on the grounds that they contain information linked to criminal activity.

Corneliu Durnescu steps down from Moldova 1 leadership

Corneliu Durnescu has resigned as Deputy General Director of Teleradio-Moldova after serving for three years as head of the public television channel Moldova 1.

UN base in Gaza attacked: Moldova citizen among injured

A citizen of the Republic of Moldova is among those seriously injured in an armed attack on a United Nations base in Deir al-Balah, in the Gaza Strip, on March 19.

Promo-LEX criticizes the proposed amendments to the Contravention Code regarding hate speech and online disinformation

The Promo-LEX Association believes that the proposed amendments to draft law no. 381 on the sanctioning of hate speech and the introduction of a contravention for “online disinformation” are premature and could have negative effects on the application of existing legislation. In an opinion addressed to the Parliament's Legal, Appointments, and Immunities Committee, the association points out that legislative interventions should be made only after a detailed assessment of the impact of the current regulations.

PAS deputies propose stricter rules for real estate agents: mandatory authorization and electronic registry of transactions

Real estate agents could be required to obtain professional certification to operate legally, according to a bill filed by PAS deputies. The initiative aims to regulate this field and increase transparency in real estate transactions through a series of measures designed to protect clients from potential abuses.

The Ministry of Environment reacts to concerns about the burial of pigs

The Ministry of Environment assures that the process of burying pigs from the farm in the village of Roșcani, Anenii Noi district, is being carried out in safe conditions for the population and the environment. According to the institution, the chosen land is the local landfill, where the predominantly clayey soil layer limits the risk of groundwater contamination, and the perimeter is not in the protection zone of the Bîc River.

Pre-tests for 9th and 12th graders start today

About 48,000 students from all over the country are participating in the pre-tests organized by the Ministry of Education and Research and the National Agency for Curriculum and Assessment (ANCE) between March 24 and April 4. The testing aims to determine the students' level of preparation for the national exams.

Heating season ends in Chisinau

The 2024-2025 heating season is closed. Starting today, March 24, all consumers connected to the centralized heating system in Chisinau can request the cessation of the delivery of heating agent.

Sergiu Mocanu's plane made a forced landing in Hâncești

A small plane made an emergency landing in a field near the city of Hincesti. The Civil Aeronautics Authority announced that it was informed by phone about the incident and that, following standard procedures, the Transport Accidents and Incidents Investigation Bureau will launch an investigation. The plane's pilot Sergiu Mocanu told Moldova 1 that he lost traction and had to make an emergency landing in a field.

The Republic of Moldova significantly expands its apple exports to international markets

After a long period when Moldovan apples were exported only to the CIS countries, in the last two years the Republic of Moldova has delivered apples to over 30 world countries. Last year, apple exports increased by 12 percent compared to 2023, and deliveries to the EU increased by 87%. Moldova is the second export destination, according to data from the Moldova Fruct Association. Also, the Indian market, which has a great potential of over 1.4 billion consumers, was opened in February.

Activity of meteorologists from the State Hydrometeorological Service between responsibility and difficulties

Meteorology is a field full of responsibilities and challenges, where specialists from the State Hydrometeorological Service of the Republic of Moldova face the challenge of providing accurate forecasts every day. Although their forecasts have a high degree of accuracy, outdated equipment and low salaries represent significant obstacles.

A new poplar forest in Pîrîta, Dubăsari: 10 thousand saplings were planted from citizens' donations

Over 10,000 poplars were planted in the village of Pîrîta, Dubăsari district, as part of the national afforestation campaign "Forest Generation". According to the Ministry of Environment, the action was made possible thanks to the "Donate for a Greener Future" initiative, through which people contributed to collecting the funds necessary to purchase the seedlings.