Chișinău Mayor Ceban eyes parliament for capital’s solutions

Chișinău mayor Ion Ceban says he hopes to secure parliamentary solutions for some of the capital's issues.

A new option for parents: Stem cell collection at birth is now available in the Republic of Moldova

Mothers in the Republic of Moldova have the opportunity to collect stem cells from umbilical cord blood immediately after birth and store them indefinitely at the only specialized bank in the country. This relatively new option allows for the potential use of these cells in treating over 80 serious conditions, including cancer, autism, and diabetes.

Guțul–Popan case: The defense is seeking full acquittal, while prosecutors uphold the legality of the sentence

On Monday, the lawyers for Comrat Mayor Evghenia Guțul and Svetlana Popan, the former secretary of the "Șor" Party, once again requested the court to overturn their convictions. Similar to the previous hearing, both defendants participated via videoconference and denied the charges brought against them by the prosecution. In contrast, the prosecution argues that the evidence presented establishes the guilt of Guțul and Popan.

Study: Every third child in Moldova lives in poverty. Expert: "They need help today"

The rate of absolute poverty among children in the Republic of Moldova has reached a concerning level, affecting more than one-third of all minors. A study conducted by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in collaboration with UNICEF Moldova revealed that last year, 17% of children experienced extreme poverty.

Minister Veronica Mihailov-Moraru: Justice reform was necessary to create a modern system that serves the public interest

On Monday, October 13, during the "La 360 de grade" show on Radio Moldova, Minister Veronica Mihailov-Moraru highlighted several key achievements of the justice reform. These include the establishment of new self-administration bodies within the Superior Council of Magistracy and the Superior Council of Prosecutors, the reform of the Supreme Court of Justice (SCJ), the modernization of the Constitutional Court law, the vetting process for judges and prosecutors, and the enhancement of the capabilities of specialized anti-corruption and organized crime prosecutors' offices.

TUX platform investment rumors debunked

The National Financial Market Commission (CNPF) is not involved in any initiatives regarding the recovery of investments made through the TUX platform. The institution asserts that any claims about the start of the investment return process are false.

Ilan Shor’s Kyrgyzstan network skirts Russian sanctions, handling over 1.6 trillion rubles in one year

Fugitive oligarch Ilan Shor, who was sentenced to 15 years in prison in the Republic of Moldova, established a network of 37 companies in Kyrgyzstan to facilitate money transfers while circumventing international sanctions imposed on Russia.

Travel alert to Greece: Moldovan Embassy in Athens issues clarifications

Citizens of the Republic of Moldova who are in Greece, transiting through, or planning to travel there are advised that a national strike is scheduled for October 14. Moldovans are encouraged to check the transport schedules in advance to ensure they arrive at their intended destinations on time.

Ungheni customs officers foil cigarette smuggling attempt on Chișinău–Bucharest train

A 46-year-old man from Moldova is facing criminal investigation after he attempted to smuggle a shipment of cigarettes out of the country. He hid the cigarettes in the ceiling of a carriage on the "Chisinau-Bucharest" train. The smuggling attempt was thwarted at the Ungheni customs post.

First cardiac device implants in Chisinau: A new chance at life for heart failure patients

At the "Holy Trinity" Hospital in Chisinau, within the Department of Interventional Cardiology and Electrophysiology, three patients with heart failure received cardiac devices for the first time. This included two pacemakers with defibrillation functions and one synchronizer specifically for heart failure management.

OPINIONS | Recean’s resignation, a tactical move? Next prime minister may aim for the presidency

Experts recommend that the new Cabinet of Ministers prioritize several key areas: economic growth, justice reform, accelerating European integration, improving the quality of life, reducing inflation, and increasing pensions. They emphasize the importance of having a diverse cabinet composition that includes not only representatives from the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) but also professionals from various fields and other political parties. This diversity will help ensure effective contributions to the consolidation of reforms.

Flu vaccine now available nationwide: 'Immunization is free and can save lives'

The Republic of Moldova has launched its flu vaccination campaign following the arrival of 240,000 doses of the vaccine last week. This campaign particularly targets individuals at high risk of illness, including pregnant women, people with pre-existing health conditions, and employees in high-risk sectors. The vaccine has been distributed to various institutions, and health specialists are encouraging the population to get vaccinated, especially since the first cases of seasonal flu were confirmed in Chișinău.