Russia targets Ukrainian cities of Kharkiv, Kyiv with drones and missiles

One person was killed and dozens wounded in the latest barrage of Russian drones and missiles targeting Ukraine, including Kyiv and Kharkiv in the eastm RFE reports.

Earthquake in Japan // 30 deaths following the January 1 earthquake, the authorities announce

The death toll from a powerful earthquake in central Japan rose to 30 on Tuesday, local authorities said, with 14 others seriously injured, AFP reports.

Quake in Japan: At least six people killed in Japan after M7.6 quake

At least six people have been reported dead in Ishikawa Prefecture on the Sea of Japan, after a magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck the region on Monday afternoon, announced the Japanese TV channel NHK.

Israel says war in Gaza expected to continue throughout 2024

The Israeli military has said it expects the conflict in Gaza to continue throughout 2024, BBC reports.

Japan reels from 7.6 quake: Tsunami warnings, buildings collapse

A powerful earthquake measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale struck central Japan today, prompting urgent evacuations and triggering tsunami warnings for three coastal prefectures.

Moldova farmers pivot: Fruit thrives as cereals face headwinds

Moldovan agriculture faced a complex landscape in 2023, battling the ripples of war, scorching drought, and fluctuating market forces.

Turkey OKs Sweden's NATO bid: Accession on track for 2024

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg expressed optimism towards Sweden's imminent entry into the alliance, projecting finalisation of the accession process within 2024, as DPA reports.

Child benefits increase in Moldova, Romania

In Moldova, the one-time birth allowance has increased to 20,000 lei, up 9,068 lei from the previous year.

Roam free: Moldova joins EU on mobile data & calls

Starting January 1, 2024, Moldovan citizens travelling to the European Union will enjoy significantly cheaper roaming charges, thanks to a new agreement with the EU.

Hope amidst rubble: Zelensky paints picture of resilient Ukraine

In a defiant New Year's address, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared that his country, despite enduring a year of brutal war with Russia, has emerged "stronger."

7.6 quake shakes Japan, tsunami warning issued

A potent 7.6-magnitude earthquake jolted central Japan on Monday, unleashing a wave of tremors and prompting immediate evacuation orders for coastal regions, as reported by Agerpres.

Moldova streamlines customs with EU-aligned code

Marking a significant step towards European integration, Moldova's new Customs Code officially came into effect today, Monday, January 1st.