Andrei Negură, National Prize nominee: "An artist's message is hope"

He has been honored by French authorities with the Gold Medal for his contribution to the development of universal visual arts and holds numerous other national and international distinctions; now, the Union of Visual Artists of the Republic of Moldova has nominated him for the National Prize. It is about the master Andrei Negură, whose work blends Romanian cultural tradition with contemporary artistic language. A solo exhibition by the artist, evocatively titled "Ode to Joy: A Turmoil of Light," has opened at the "Constantin Brâncuși" Gallery.

PCRM protests gas price hikes with candles

Dissatisfied with the hike in natural gas rates, dozens of people took part in a protest organized by the Communist Party (PCRM). They brought candles and mocked a statement by Prime Minister Vasile Tofan, who had urged citizens—while addressing Parliament—to pray for a mild winter and an end to the Gulf conflict. Government representatives said authorities would continue to ensure the country's energy security and support citizens during the cold season, including by providing compensation.

Drone fragments found in Ștefan Vodă; Border Police secured the area

Fragments of an unmanned aerial vehicle were discovered on the evening of September 26 outside the village of Volintiri, in the Ștefan Vodă district. Local residents notified the Border Police, and at approximately 20:25, law enforcement officers found the wreckage on the ground and immediately secured the perimeter.

Drought-resistant crops tested as corn alternatives in Moldova

Climate change is prompting researchers to seek more drought-resistant crops. After years of severe maize losses—particularly in the south of the country—specialists at the National Botanical Garden are revisiting plants once cultivated in the region. Millet, italian millet, and amaranth are being tested as potential alternatives to maize, for both grain and fodder.

Vasile Tofan urged Russia to withdraw its troops from Moldova at the UN

"Countries are not buffer zones. Nations are not bargaining chips." Prime Minister Vasile Tofan delivered this message on Saturday, September 26, from the podium at the UN General Assembly, where he accused Russia of pressuring the Republic of Moldova and called for the withdrawal of Russian troops from the Transnistrian region. Tofan stated that the Republic of Moldova determines its own future and that European integration is its national project. At the same time, the Prime Minister announced Moldova's bid for the presidency of the 82nd session of the UN General Assembly.

The Nistru River's water level is significantly low in the north

Water levels in the Nistru have dropped significantly in the north of the Republic of Moldova due to a lack of precipitation in Ukraine; at the Cosăuți intake station, the water level has already fallen by 10 centimeters. Minister of the Environment Gheorghe Hajder says the situation is being constantly monitored and that there is currently no threat to the drinking water supply.

Moldova's participation in the 81st UN General Assembly strengthens its relations with EU member states

The Republic of Moldova's participation in the 81st session of the UN General Assembly offers Chișinău a platform to promote its foreign policy, European integration, and security priorities, and to strengthen ties with international partners. Political expert Mihai Isac expressed this view on the Radio Moldova program "Paralela 47".

French Park in Ungheni is taking shape

Work on developing the French Park in Ungheni is progressing. Workers are currently building access paths, sidewalks, bicycle lanes, and sports grounds, and have already installed hundreds of meters of water supply and sewage networks. The project involves developing four hectares of the park's total area, which exceeds 11 hectares. According to the Ungheni City Hall, most of the existing vegetation will be preserved and integrated into the recreation areas.

National Wine Day generates over 60 million lei in two days

In the 25 years since its first edition, National Wine Day has transformed from a simple celebration into an event with a significant economic impact for the Republic of Moldova. The economic effects generated during the two days of the event far exceed the organizational costs, which this year amount to approximately 4 million lei, said Ștefan Iamandi, director of the National Office of Vine and Wine, on Moldova 1 TV.

The new US ambassador to Moldova has arrived in Chișinău, stating a desire for stronger relations

The United States Ambassador-designate to the Republic of Moldova, Joseph Mark Burkhalter, arrived in Chișinău yesterday, September 25, together with his wife. In a message published by the U.S. Embassy, the official said that he looks forward to working to strengthen and develop even stronger and more prosperous relations between the United States and the Republic of Moldova.

Moldovan police are enhancing cooperation with the FBI to combat online fraud and drug trafficking

The National Police is expanding its cooperation with the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation to prevent and investigate complex forms of organized crime. Key priorities include combating online fraud and illicit drug trafficking, as well as developing forensic capabilities, including DNA investigations.

Food prices may rise due to increasing gas prices, Minister of Agriculture

Prices for bread, cooking oil, flour, and sugar could rise soon as energy and logistics costs increase. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, Eugeniu Osmochescu, acknowledges that hikes in gas and energy prices could trigger a ripple effect on staple-good prices.