Over 1,600 fines issued for leaf burning; composting offers an eco-friendly alternative

Burning leaves is still a common practice in villages, despite being prohibited. Even the large fines imposed by authorities do not deter some farmers from continuing this practice. A practical and effective solution is composting vegetable waste, which can be repurposed as fertilizer for the soil.

EU to build anti-drone shield by 2027 amid Russia tensions

The European Union (EU) is planning a so-called 'anti-drone shield' to be fully operational by 2027, the European Commission has confirmed.

Moldova launches new Stock Exchange to boost EU market integration

The Moldova International Stock Exchange, a strategic institution aimed at developing the capital market and strengthening financial stability, was established by the Government on Wednesday, October 15.

Moldova: Alexandru Munteanu named new Prime Minister nominee

Moldova’s Prime Minister Dorin Recean is confident that Alexandru Munteanu, the governing party's nominee to lead the new Government, will move things 'in the right direction,' emphasizing that Mr Munteanu's experience suits him for 'the two aspects we had to address – security and justice reform, the cornerstones of a healthy economy.'

Odessa Mayor Trukhanov stripped of Ukrainian citizenship by Zelensky

The mayor of Ukraine’s key port city of Odesa, Gennadiy Trukhanov, has been stripped of his Ukrainian citizenship by President Volodymyr Zelensky, who signed the decree on 14 October.

Moldovan banned party supporter faces trial for voter bribery

A supporter of a banned Moldovan party will face trial for voter bribery ahead of the country's parliamentary election.

Belgium general strike: Flights grounded, Brussels transport paralyzed

A nationwide general strike led to the grounding of most planes at Belgium's two main airports and paralyzed public transport across Brussels.

France PM Lecornu proposes retirement age freeze to avoid no-confidence vote

France's Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has proposed suspending a contested plan to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64.

Russia’s new law allows reserve deployment in Ukraine

Russia’s government has approved a bill allowing President Vladimir Putin to use its massive military mobilisation reserve for armed conflicts abroad, without formally declaring mobilisation or martial law.

Chisinau: Moldova's capital marks City Patron Day

The capital of Moldova, Chișinău, is celebrating its City Patron Day—known locally as 'Hram'—on 14 October.

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.

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.