Increased traffic at Chisinau exits: Police are directing vehicles

Increased traffic is currently being observed on several routes leaving Chisinau, where police have intervened to prevent congestion and ensure traffic safety.

MEC: Primary and secondary students no longer need documents to justify absences

Primary and secondary school students are no longer required to provide supporting documents for their absences. This change is part of the regulations regarding the organization and functioning of educational institutions, which were approved in February 2026. Parents can now report their children’s absences by simply sending a message or calling the school.

Maia Sandu on the Easter of the Dead: We remember those who remain part of us

On Easter of the Dead, President Maia Sandu and Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu sent messages to citizens, highlighting the importance of returning to what truly matters: roots, family, and intergenerational connections.

Priests urge people on Easter of the Dead to stay peaceful and avoid turning cemetery visits into loud memorial services

Easter of the Dead, celebrated today and on Monday, April 20, is a time to honor the deceased. The veneration of the dead, which symbolizes the connection between the living and the departed, holds particular significance for the Orthodox Church. Viorel Cojocaru, a priest at the Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul, emphasizes that from a symbolic perspective, Easter of the Dead links the earth to the sky and connects the past with the present and future.

Energocom warns of fake gas “inspectors” and fraud attempts

Energocom warns consumers about fraudulent individuals posing as company representatives who request personal information, including ID card details, under the guise of checking gas meters.

Nisporeni power station failure briefly left several localities in four districts without electricity

Several areas in the districts of Nisporeni, Fălești, Hâncești, and Ungheni lost electricity due to technical failures at the Nisporeni power station, according to the Ministry of Energy.

Ungheni commemorates victims of the 1946–1947 famine, 80 years later

The ceremony commemorating the victims of the 1946–1947 famine took place in Ungheni and was filled with tears and strong emotions. Local authorities and community members gathered to honor the hundreds of thousands of people who lost their lives during this tragic period.

Last year, thousands received locomotor prostheses, mostly for knees

Last year, over 7,200 individuals received prostheses for their locomotor systems, which represents approximately 800 more interventions than in 2024. The surgeries focused on knee, hip, and shoulder prosthetics, with the majority being knee interventions—over 5,000 surgeries performed.

Book Fair shows 55 releases; Arcadie Suceveanu signs the surprise book

"The Castle in the Form of a Book," by Arcadie Suceveanu, will be the surprise gift for children at this year's International Book Fair for Children and Youth. Now in its 27th edition, the fair will be held from April 23 to 26 at Moldexpo. It will feature over 70 publishing houses, offering discounts of up to 30% on thousands of titles.

Most stroke patients in Republic of Moldova are of working age

Stroke remains a significant medical emergency in the Republic of Moldova, affecting approximately 7,000 citizens each year. The unpredictable nature of the condition, coupled with a rising number of patients in recent years, underscores the urgent need for enhanced vigilance in diagnosis and prevention, according to doctors.

Before Easter of the Dead, people clean graves, bring flowers, and remember loved ones

Great bustle in the cemeteries, before the Easter of the Dead. People went to take care of the graves of the deceased. On Sunday or Monday, they will meet with relatives and friends to remember those who have passed away. People who will go to the "Saint Lazar" Cemetery in Chisinau will have to reach the area only by public transport, as circulation of other vehicles will be suspended. The municipal authorities also announced the organisation of special and free routes to facilitate the flow of passengers.

Moldova commemorates victims of Soviet man-made famine and forced collectivization

On the third Saturday of April, the Republic of Moldova officially commemorates the victims of the Soviet-orchestrated famine. Historical archives and recent scholarly findings confirm that the mass starvation was a deliberate state policy designed to break social resistance and force collectivization.