Children's online safety: A growing challenge amid risks of harassment and manipulation

Children in the Republic of Moldova are spending increasing amounts of time online, and with greater opportunities for communication come greater risks. Cyberbullying, emotional manipulation, blackmail, and contact with strangers rank among the most common dangers children face online, experts warned during a special Children's Day edition of the Radio Moldova program "Public Space".

A diagnosis that shaped his passion

For some, childhood involves more than just games and fun; it also encompasses hard work, discipline, and a passion for learning. David Bordan, a fourth-grade student at the "Elena Alistar" Lyceum of Arts, plays the trumpet and the piano, practices dance, and demonstrates that talent and perseverance go hand in hand.

Firefighters contain major blaze on Lunca Bâcului street

After nearly 24 hours of firefighting efforts, the fire that erupted on Sunday at the warehouse on Lunca Bâcului Street in Chisinau was completely extinguished by Monday morning, June 1, according to the General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU).

Heavy rainfall forecast for Moldova on June 2

Meteorologists issued a Code Yellow warning for heavy rain, valid for June 2, from 08:00 to 23:00. Showers, lightning, and strong winds are expected in some areas, with gusts of 15–20 m/s.

A decade after the SMURD helicopter crash

The General Inspectorate for Emergencies will hold a ceremony on June 2 at the Haragâș Memorial Complex in the Cantemir district. This event is organized to honor the SMURD Iași crew members who lost their lives in the line of duty due to a plane crash that occurred ten years ago.

Moldovan deputies visit European Parliament ahead of negotiations

A delegation from the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova is visiting the European Parliament from June 1 to June 3. The agenda includes discussions on the country's progress in its European integration process and exploring ways to strengthen cooperation between the two legislative institutions.

Children’s Day challenge by Maia Sandu: Winners invited to the Presidency

On International Children's Day, celebrated on June 1st, Moldovan officials sent congratulatory messages to children throughout the country. They emphasized the importance of education and the harmonious development of the new generation. Officials encouraged the children to pursue their dreams, explore the world, and make the most of their summer vacation to enhance their knowledge and experiences.

On May 31, 1990, Moldova recognized Lithuania’s independence

Lithuania was the first ex-Soviet republic to declare its independence from the Soviet Union on March 11, 1990. At that time, Moldova was not yet an independent state, but it was among the leading republics advocating for greater autonomy from the central authority in Moscow. This process is known as devolution.

Nisporeni gets regional wastewater treatment plant

More than 11,600 residents of the city of Nisporeni and the commune of Vărzărești will benefit from modern sewage and treatment services. The Regional Development Agency (ADR) Centru has signed a construction contract to establish a regional treatment plant and expand the sewage networks in both localities. This project represents an investment of 63.6 million lei, allocated by the National Fund for Regional and Local Development.

Nearly 9,000 Nisporeni residents will benefit from new water network

Nearly nine thousand residents of the Nisporeni district will soon have access to safe drinking water. The Regional Development Agency (ADR) Centru has signed a contract for the construction and modernization of four drinking water pumping stations. The total investment for this project will be 47.36 million lei, funded by the National Fund for Regional and Local Development, along with contributions from local public authorities.

A hub of Bassarabian knowledge in Costești

A treasure trove of Bassarabian intelligence was gathered in one place. In the village of Costești, Ialoveni district, the “Alley of Bassarabian inventors” was inaugurated. This project is dedicated to the most enlightened minds who have significantly impacted science, medicine, and education worldwide. One hundred remarkable individuals, including world-renowned researchers and elite doctors, are honored along this alley. The event also saw the attendance of several of the scientists recognized in the project, whose achievements have transcended the borders of our country.

Russian attacks on Ukraine hydro plant pollute Moldova's Dniester River

Russian missile strikes on Ukraine’s Novodnestrovsk hydroelectric power station in early March triggered a severe environmental crisis on the Dniester River, a vital water artery for neighboring Moldova. The attacks caused massive oil spills that threatened national security, nearly forcing a total shutdown of the centralized water supply in Moldova's capital, Chișinău.