Penitentiary No. 13 employee convicted for aiding inmate’s escape “out of pity”

A former officer at Penitentiary No. 13 in Chisinau has been convicted of supplying prohibited items to a female inmate, whom he assisted in escaping. According to the sentence issued by the Chisinau Court, he will serve three years of detention, with part of the sentence conditionally suspended. Additionally, he will be prohibited from working within the National Penitentiary Administration for four years.

Accident in Călărași: 19-year-old dies after motorcycle hits fence

A 19-year-old man lost his life in an accident that occurred on Sunday, October 19, in the village of Căbăiești, Călărași district. According to the press officer of the General Inspectorate of Police, Mariana Bețivu, he was driving a motorcycle without license plates and he did not have a driver's license.

Over 100 schools use catering services to feed students from gymnasium

More than a hundred schools in the country are required to hire catering services for their middle school students because they lack on-site canteens to prepare lunches. School directors report that the procedure is straightforward. Catering companies must adhere to guidelines set by authorities, ensuring that the meals provide a healthy and diverse diet, including fruits.

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak gets honorary degree in Moldova

Steve Wozniak, one of the most influential innovators of the 20th century, received an honorary degree from the Technical University of Moldova (UTM) on Sunday, October 19.

Moldova heart surgery breakthrough: First-ever CRT and ICD implants

Doctors at Chișinău's "Holy Trinity" Municipal Clinical Hospital have performed the country's first-ever operations to implant a Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) device and two Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (ICDs).

Frost warning: Yellow-level alert issued nationwide

Meteorologists have issued a Yellow-level frost warning nationwide. The warning is valid for 20–21 October, according to the national weather service.

Moldova-Romania troops start 'Joint Combined Training-2025'

Moldovan and Romanian troops are due to take part in the 'Joint Combined Exchange Training-2025' exercise, which is scheduled to take place at the National Army's training centres between 20 and 31 October.

Fatal mushroom poisoning warning after hospitalisations in Moldova

At least ten people have been hospitalised in Moldova since the start of autumn after eating wild mushrooms, prompting a nationwide warning from health officials.

EU-backed volunteer fire posts bolster safety across rural Moldova

Volunteer firefighters, increasing in number across Moldova, are always ready for a new mission, despite not being paid professionals.

Moldova anaesthetist crisis: Doctors warn of burnout and critical staff shortage

Moldova is facing a critical shortage of anaesthetists, specialists who play a vital role in saving lives and provide constant care for critically ill patients in intensive care units.

New water kiosks boost Moldova rural access

Moldova is launching a scheme to improve water access for thousands of citizens by installing modern water treatment systems across rural communities.

Moldova human trafficking: Ten citizens lured into ‘forced criminality’ this year

This year, ten Moldovan citizens were lured into human trafficking situations and subsequently exploited in criminal activities.