Canada's fire season reaches record-breaking levels

Tens of thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate their homes in western Canada as wildfires rage out of control, AFP and news.ro report.

Over 6,500 sign up for free Romanian language courses in Moldova

More than 6,500 people have enrolled in free Romanian language courses in Moldova, both in-person and online, according to the Ministry of Education and Research.

Moldova sees increase in foreign visitors

The number of tourists and excursionists in the Republic of Moldova increased by more than 22% in the first half of 2023, compared to the same period last year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.

EU reserves reach all-time high, facilitating commitment to not buy Russian gas until 2027

The European Union's natural gas reserves have reached a new all-time high of 90% of capacity, according to the publication Politico. This is the target set by Brussels that had to be met by November.

Diaspora Business Forum addresses challenges and opportunities for investing in Moldova

Moldovan entrepreneurs who have settled abroad met in Chisinau today for the Diaspora Business Forum. The event featured a panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities for investing in Moldova.

Moldova relies on EBRD support to expand transport and energy links with EU

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has expressed her gratitude to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) for its support in expanding transport and energy links with the European Union.

Old-Style Orthodox christians celebrate transfiguration of Jesus Christ

Old-style Orthodox Christians on Saturday celebrated the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ, one of the grandest religious holidays in the Orthodox Church.

Abandoned house in Chisinau engulfed in flames, 1 evacuated

An abandoned house was engulfed in flames in Chisinau's Râșcani district on Saturday night, according to the Inspector General for Emergency Situations.

NATO could respond to Russian maritime escalations in Black Sea

Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander in Europe James Stavridis has warned that Russia risks triggering a direct conflict with NATO by intercepting vessels in international waters and attempting to assert economic control over Ukraine, according to digi24.ro.

Sakharov Centre dissolution signals crackdown on dissent in Russia

A Moscow court on Friday dissolved the Sakharov Centre, one of Russia's last remaining human rights associations, in a further sign of the rollback of freedoms and the repression of opposition voices in the country.

Ukrainian forces make significant gains in southeast, analysts say

Russian forces launched airstrikes on nine Ukrainian regions on Tuesday, targeting critical infrastructure and residential neighbourhoods. The attacks killed two civilians and wounded four others.

Diaspora Congress brings together Moldovans from all corners of the world

The 10th edition of the Diaspora Congress took place today at the Palace of the Republic of Moldova, bringing together Moldovans from all over the world. The event was an opportunity for participants to discuss with state authorities the problems they face, possible solutions, and how they can contribute to the development of the country.