Vladimir Plahotniuc extradition: What's next for Moldova's ex-Democratic leader?

The extradition process for former Democratic Party leader Vladimir Plahotniuc, arrested in Greece, remains mired in complex procedures.

Moldova: New medical equipment boosts cancer treatment

Moldovan doctors are set to use state-of-the-art medical equipment for the first time at the Oncology Institute in Chișinău.

How one family is ditching plastic to make sustainable wooden toys

More than 90% of the world’s toys are plastic, with most ending up in landfills within a year.

IOC allows Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete in Italy Winter Olympics

Russian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to compete at the Winter Olympic Games in Italy under the same conditions as in Paris, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced.

Moldova's economic transformation: From magnets for Teslas to a billion-euro IT industry

Moldova is establishing a stronger presence on the international market, driven by investments that are transforming its national economy.

EU imposes 19th sanctions package on Russia over Ukraine attacks

The European Union has announced its latest round of sanctions against Russia, as confirmed by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Chișinău kindergarten crisis as educators leave for better pay

Chișinău’s kindergartens are facing a severe staffing shortage, with 164 of more than 2,700 educator positions currently vacant.

US senators warn: Russia using propaganda and economic pressure to sway Moldova’s elections

U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Jim Risch, along with other members of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, issued a statement on Friday ahead of Moldova’s parliamentary elections. They highlighted the risk of foreign interference, stating that there is "clear and overwhelming evidence" of a campaign sponsored by the Russian government to influence the election, similar to the events of last year.

Over 120 Moldovan schools receive grants for education modernization

More than 120 general education institutions nationwide are receiving school grants totaling about $4.32 million, as announced by the Ministry of Education and Research. These grants are part of the School Grants Program, which falls under the "Improving the Quality of Education" project, financially supported by the World Bank and the Global Partnership for Education.

ELECTIONS 2025 // Angelica Caraman: CEC monitors campaign financing, promises sanctions for violations

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) continuously oversees the financing of campaigns by political parties and electoral candidates. It emphasizes the importance of preventing voter corruption and ensuring transparency in this process while adhering to the relevant legislation.

Fălești man sentenced to 17 years for killing grandmother

A 27-year-old man from Fălești was sentenced to 17 years in prison for murdering his grandmother. The crime took place during the summer of this year while the man was under the influence of alcohol. He attacked his relative with a hammer. The sentence was pronounced by the Bălți Court.

Extended deal: Moldovan carriers get free access to EU until 2027

Road freight carriers from the Republic of Moldova will continue to be permitted to operate within EU member states. The agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Moldova regarding the liberalization of road freight transport was extended until March 31, 2027.