Expert explains autumn sugar cravings and healthy diet

As daylight hours shorten and temperatures drop, seasonal changes, reduced physical activity, and irregular sleep patterns drive increased cravings for sweets and comfort foods across Moldova, according to medical experts.

Chisinau marks 590 years of history on City Day

Chisinau, Moldova’s capital, marks 590 years since its first documented mention on October 14, celebrating a city shaped by centuries of trade, successive political regimes and demographic change.

Germany donates blood storage equipment to Moldovan hospitals

Several medical institutions in the Republic of Moldova received more than 20 pieces of high-performance equipment to preserve and store blood products. The German Government's donation will replace worn-out devices and ensure more efficient monitoring of blood storage parameters.

Roma students can apply for merit scholarships until October 20

The application deadline for the merit scholarship program for Roma pupils and students was extended to October 20. The program will award 120 scholarships, each worth 1,200 lei per month.

"mail.ru" emails target state institutions, seeking passwords and confidential information

Government institutions in the Republic of Moldova are being targeted by a campaign of email-based cyberattacks. Attackers send messages that appear to contain financial documents, such as payment orders or invoices, but the attachments are malicious. If opened, they can steal passwords and other confidential information.

"United in Diversity" Festival at USM celebrates intercultural dialogue

Students from the Republic of Moldova and other countries are participating on October 13 in the "United through Diversity" festival, organized by Moldova State University (USM). The event aims to promote intercultural dialogue, tolerance, and mutual respect.

Six dancers and a Moldovan *hora* in Radu Dumbravă’s painting, admired in Italy

The mural created by artist Radu Dumbravă in the Italian town of Aielli blends the traditional hora dance, folk attire, and symbols such as grapevines and barrels into a composition that links the culture of the Republic of Moldova with the local identity. The artist spent ten days creating the work, which was designed to convey ​​unity through folk dance and to harmonise with the town's character—a place renowned for its mural art and currently seeking inclusion on the UNESCO heritage list.

New rules may require trucks over 3.5 tonnes to have special rearview mirrors

Trucks registered in the Republic of Moldova may be required to install special rear-view mirrors to reduce blind spots and accident risk. The Ministry of Infrastructure and Regional Development has drafted a proposal to this effect.

Overloaded schedule increases heart risk and sudden death

Chronic stress increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by contributing to elevated heart rate and blood pressure, the development of arrhythmias, and the worsening of existing heart conditions. Regular physical exercise, adequate sleep, and a healthy diet can help reduce these negative effects.

Bălți Clinical hospital starts chemotherapy based on Oncology Institute specialists' treatment

Starting Monday, October 12, cancer patients in northern Moldova can receive chemotherapy at the Bălți Clinical Hospital. According to the Ministry of Health, the new service brings treatment closer to home, sparing patients the need to travel to Chișinău.

AI is influencing politicians' speeches, with AI-generated sentences appearing alongside Maia Sandu's good speeches

From social media to official podiums, politicians are increasingly turning to AI to draft speeches and public messages. An investigation published by The Economist revisits the dilemma of authenticity in politics, warning that while AI saves time, the absence of a human filter and rigorous verification risks seriously undermining the credibility of public leaders.

Chișinău City Day disrupts traffic

Public transport in Chișinău will operate on a special schedule on October 14, and several trolleybus and bus routes will be rerouted. Traffic will be suspended on certain sections of Ștefan cel Mare și Sfânt blvd. and Maria Cebotari str., Chișinău City Hall announced.