Moldova's Eurovision lineup drawn today

Today, on January 17, 2024, the IP Company "Teleradio-Moldova" organised the draw procedure for determining the order in which the 11 contestants will perform in the National Final on February 17. The order numbers were individually drawn by the participants or their representatives, in the case of contestants who couldn't be present.

Moldova strengthens health and climate change response

The Cabinet of Ministers met today to approve a number of important measures to strengthen the country's health and climate change response systems.

China's population declines for second straight year

China's population declined for the second straight year in 2023, as the birth rate slowed in the face of rising economic pressures and changing social norms, according to official data recently released.

Macron announces crucial security deal with Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Tuesday that he will travel to Ukraine in February to finalise a bilateral security agreement. Under this accord, Paris will supply more sophisticated weaponry, including long-range cruise missiles, as reported by Reuters.

Iran strike inflames Pakistan: Children killed, tensions rise

Pakistan on Tuesday condemned an Iranian airstrike that killed two children and wounded three girls in the country's southwestern Balochistan province, CNN reports, as quoted by news.ro.

Putin rejects peace, eyes baltic next

Russian President Vladimir Putin slammed the door on peace talks in Ukraine, doubling down on maximalist demands for complete surrender and rejecting any compromise, as reported by BBC.

Kharkiv evacuation: 26 Villages flee Russian attacks

Ukrainian authorities ordered the evacuation of 26 villages in the eastern Kharkiv region on Tuesday, citing escalating Russian attacks, as reported by News.ro.

Moldova eyes Davis Cup upset with Albot's return

Moldova's top tennis player, Radu Albot, will make his long-awaited return to the national team for their upcoming Davis Cup play-off clash against Uruguay in February.

Ursula von der Leyen faces second-term speculations

European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, finds herself at the centre of mounting speculation regarding a potential second term, as reported by Agerpres.ro.

Moldova, Transnistria reopen dialogue on customs, movement

After weeks of simmering tensions, representatives from Moldova and the breakaway Transnistrian region met at the OSCE office in Tiraspol today to discuss key issues, including new customs regulations, neutral licence plates, and freedom of movement.

Eminescu celebrated in verse and song at Moldovan Academy

A joint event between the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Moldova and the Romanian Academy commemorated the National Day of Culture with a special session titled "Eminescu in Verse and Song."

Icy roads in Moldova prompt caution for drivers and pedestrians

Icy patches across parts of Moldova are creating hazardous driving conditions, prompting the Moldovan Police to urge caution for motorists and pedestrians alike.