Portugal beat Spain 3-2 to win Under-19 Futsal Euro

Portugal's Under-19 men's team won the Futsal European Championship in Chișinău. In the final, Portugal defeated Spain 3-2, having trailed 2-0.

CEC validates elections, submits 190-page report to CC: nearly 31,000 invalid votes, five parties enter Parliament

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) declared the parliamentary elections held on September 28, 2025, valid. On October 5, the CEC approved the report detailing the election results. This comprehensive document includes 16 chapters and spans over 190 pages. It will be submitted to the Constitutional Court (CC) for the confirmation of the election results, validation of the mandates assigned to the elected deputies, and approval of the list of alternate candidates.

National Wine Day: Top homemade winemakers honored at “Golden Barrel 2024”

On Sunday, the second day of National Wine Day, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Republic of Moldova (CCI) announced the winners of the 23rd edition of the "Golden Barrel 2024" contest. This event highlights amateur winemakers from throughout the country. More than 450 participants showcased their homemade wines, and the best were honoured for their passion and skill in the art of winemaking.

"Run of Hope" at Valea Morilor: donations for children fighting cancer

Many people participated this morning in Valea Morilor Park, showing their support for a noble cause. During the "Run of Hope," participants donated to help children struggling with cancer.

Leova joins Moldovan towns offering social laundry services

A new service focusing on personal hygiene was opened in the city of Leova. It provides residents with the chance to wash their laundry for free while also offering a space for social interaction. Additionally, the service features facilities designed to accommodate people with disabilities, the elderly, and families in need.

Sanctions: PDA loses state funding for another year; Năstase and Crețu to repay tens of thousands of lei

The "Democracy at Home" Party (PDA) will not receive state funding until November 2027. In addition, former independent candidates from the September 28 parliamentary elections, Andrei Năstase and Tatiana Crețu, were ordered to transfer amounts of 5,926 lei and 24,600 lei, respectively, to the state budget. These sanctions were imposed by the Central Electoral Commission (CEC) on October 5, following an analysis of the final financial reports submitted by electoral competitors during the campaign.

The teacher inspiring generations: Stepanida Prisăcari from Orhei

Stepanida Prisăcari has dedicated over 40 years to the field of education. She began her career as a primary school teacher and currently teaches Romanian language and literature at "Alecu Russo" Theoretical Lyceum in Orhei. Her professionalism and active involvement in community life have earned her appreciation from both colleagues and students.

MEPs urge EC to “immediately open” Moldova’s EU talks: “EU must act now”

Fifty-five Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) from 19 EU member states have signed a letter to the President of the European Council, António Costa, urging the “immediate opening” of accession negotiations with the Republic of Moldova. This announcement was made by Victor Negrescu, Vice-President of the European Parliament, who initiated this action.

Violent Tbilisi clashes after elections; opposition disputes vote. Maia Sandu: “Moldova stands with Georgia”

Violent protests erupted in Georgia following the elections, in which citizens voted for mayors and local council members on Saturday. A total of twelve political parties participated in the elections. However, the largest opposition groups, including the party of former President Mikheil Saakashvili, chose to boycott the vote, according to local media reports. As a result, the opposition organized large demonstrations, bringing thousands of people into the streets. In Tbilisi, these protests escalated into violent clashes with law enforcement, who responded with water cannons and tear gas.

Over 170 new medicines approved in Moldova since year’s start

Moldovan citizens have access to various types of medicines at local pharmacies. In the current year, the Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices (AMDM) authorized a total of 271 medicines, 173 of which are being introduced for the first time.

CEC reviews September 28 election results report — what’s next?

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) is set to approve the report on the results of the parliamentary elections held on September 28, 2025, during the second half of Sunday, October 5. Once approved, this document will be sent to the Constitutional Court, which will have ten days to validate or reject the election results and the mandates of the newly elected deputies.

“Goma’s Ark” and “Memory of an Exile”: Anti-communist writer honored in Chișinău

The only Romanian anti-communist dissident recognized worldwide was born in Bassarabia, in the village of Mana, Orhei district. To commemorate the 90th anniversary of the late writer Paul Goma's birth, the National Library inaugurated an exhibition titled "Memory of an Exile" and hosted the launch of the book "Goma's Ark," authored by Aliona Grati. Additionally, the National Museum of Romanian Literature celebrated the anniversary with the event "I always believed that telling the truth is good."