The Republic of Moldova honors its older people: Eight older people awarded

Eight older people, participants in the contest "For an active life at any age", were awarded today, October 1, for outstanding achievements and performances in various fields, including medicine, culture and social services. The competition is held every year on the occasion of the International Day of Older People to promote active ageing, involvement in social life and to appreciate the outstanding achievements of older people.

Tense situation in the Middle East: Moldovans in Lebanon request the evacuation of their families

In connection with the tense situation in Lebanon, the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in the Lebanese Republic, based in Ankara, recently received and continues to receive several requests from Moldovan citizens who live there, requesting help in their evacuation from Lebanon. Currently, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova together with the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova are making efforts for the emergency evacuation of our citizens, the representatives of the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Lebanon, based in Ankara, told the Public Broadcaster "Teleradio Moldova".

Large-scale raids in Comrat: five people from Șor's entourage, detained in cases of money laundering and illegal financing of parties

The CNA officers, together with the prosecutors, carried out more than 50 searches today at the offices, homes and cars of 20 people in Comrat. The actions were held as part of an investigation into money laundering, falsification of financial reports and illegal financing of a political party. Following the raids, five people were detained and were placed in preventive detention for 72 hours, the National Anticorruption Center announced.

New outbreaks of bird flu in the Republic of Moldova: About 850 birds are to be killed

Seven new outbreaks of bird flu were registered between September 25-27 in non-professional households in Nisporeni and Edineț districts, after domestic birds came into contact with wild birds, informs the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA). According to the deputy general director of the institution, Alexandr Manciu, about 850 animals are to be killed.

30 video cameras, donated to the State Labor Inspectorate

Employees of the State Labor Inspectorate will use body cameras to increase transparency in the performance of checks by employers of the institution. In this regard, a donation of 30 body video cameras was offered today, September 30, with the support of the European Union (EU) and the International Labor Organization.

Access restrictions to the Airport extended: Authorities cite security risks and high flow of passengers

The Border Police announces that the limited access measures in the Chisinau International Airport terminal are extended until October 31, 2024. Under the decision of the Risk Management Group, access to the terminal is allowed only to passengers with tickets and travel documents, authorized personnel and aircraft crews.

Disinformation and cyber attacks: How the UK is helping to strengthen the security of the Republic of Moldova

The Russian Federation uses complex destabilization strategies to weaken the Republic of Moldova, warns the British ambassador in Chisinau, Fern Horine. According to her, the Kremlin uses disinformation campaigns and hybrid interventions to influence political and social events in the Republic of Moldova, in an attempt to keep the country under its control.

People's Advocate: Cases of violence against women and girls cannot be tolerated

The tragic cases of violence against women and girls as well as the many unreported cases, cannot be tolerated and must be considered with increased attention from the public authorities, including the national institution for the protection of human rights, but also the whole community. This was mentioned by the People's Advocate, who took act of the case from Rădeni, in which a 30-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped.

European Day of Languages is marked in Chisinau: People are encouraged to learn foreign languages

The European Day of Languages was officially opened in Chisinau. Throughout the day, citizens will have the opportunity to participate in workshops, games and raffles. The events aim to celebrate European linguistic diversity and to promote language learning.

Storm Ashley: Temperatures will drop by 10°C in the Republic of Moldova

Storm Ashley, which has already caused significant temperature drops and extreme weather phenomena in Europe, will not strongly affect the territory of the Republic of Moldova. Although regions in the south and north of the continent will record intense precipitation and strong winds, the impact in our country will be a drop in daytime temperatures by up to 10°C, within normal limits for this time of the year, informs the State Hydrometeorological Service.

Foreigner, found drunk on a scooter

A 23-year-old foreign citizen was found drunk while driving an electric scooter through the municipality of Balti. According to the Police, the breathalyzer test performed showed a concentration of 0.44 mg/l of alcohol vapors in the exhaled air.

Farmers admit they may resume protests. Maia Sandu: "There are not miraculous and easy solutions for a long-standing problem"

After two hours of talks with the president Maia Sandu, the farmers warn that they will resume the protests on October 10, if no concrete solutions to their demands are identified. The Association of Forța Fermierilor continues to insist on the revision of the law recently adopted by the Parliament, which gives farmers the opportunity to negotiate debt restructuring with creditors in the next 6 months. Farmers say that the law is not functional and the 6-month term is too short. However, they hope that compromise solutions will be identified at the subsequent meetings, which will take place with all parties involved.