Chisinau residents enjoy recreational spots

The recent heat waves have driven many people to seek relief outdoors. Swimming pools, lakes, and parks in Chisinau and other towns were filled with individuals eager to escape the hot weather, which consistently exceeded 30 degrees Celsius. Families, young people, and children went to these recreation areas, spending their time swimming, sunbathing, or simply relaxing in the shade.

Orthodox Christians celebrate Holy Sunday

Orthodox Christians celebrate Pentecost, also known as Great Sunday. This is one of the major feasts of the Orthodox Church, celebrated fifty days after Easter.

Kids turned entrepreneurs for a day at the Eco-Local fair

Dozens of children participated in an important mission today, taking on the roles of producers and vendors. The youngsters prepared a variety of dishes, sweets, snacks, and lemonade to sell at the fair, allowing them to experience entrepreneurship for a day. The event organizers aimed to engage the children actively in the production and marketing process. The fair attracted many visitors, with the songs of the late maestro Eugen Doga playing in the background.

Penitentiary No. 13 employee detained after 23-year-old inmate's escape

The police detained another employee from the institution, following the suspension of the director of Penitentiary No. 13 in Chisinau. This individual is accused of aiding a 23-year-old inmate in escaping. The deputy head of the National Penitentiary Administration (ANP) confirmed this to Teleradio-Moldova.

Over 150 state-backed cultural projects under the "Access to Culture 2025" program

The Ministry of Culture has announced that 159 cultural projects from across the country were pre-selected for implementation. This follows the evaluation of submissions made during the first call for proposals under the National Program "Access to Culture 2025."

MEC targets record university admissions. Perciun: “We aim to raise the number of students choosing local universities”

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) aims to surpass the record for admissions to higher education set in 2024, when the highest number of young people in the past eight years chose to pursue their studies in the Republic of Moldova. According to Minister Dan Perciun, the goal for 2025 is to attract approximately 16,000 young people to the bachelor's program and to increase the proportion of students choosing universities in the country from 5 out of 10, as was the case last year, to 6 out of 10.

Romania and Moldova expand education ties via joint access to EduLib digital platform

Romania and the Republic of Moldova are enhancing their collaboration in education and research. The EduLib platform, which offers digital educational resources and lessons for middle school students, will now be accessible to Moldovan students. Romania's Minister of Education, Daniel David, made this announcement during a joint conference held in Chisinau with his Moldovan counterpart, Dan Perciun.

Serious accident in Strășeni: one dead after driver swerved to avoid deer

One person lost their life in a serious accident on the R-1 road near Pănășești, Strașeni. According to the police, the tragedy occurred this morning at around 05:00.

Moldovan fish farmers call for increased state support

The Republic of Moldova has made significant progress in aquaculture over the past two years, according to authorities. However, representatives from the aquaculture have mixed opinions about the support they receive from the government. They express optimism about Moldova's potential accession to the European Union, which they believe will provide access to the larger European market. Additionally, the quality standards of the EU encourage them to enhance their operations.

Russian community urges Moldovan authorities not to close the Russian Center for Science and Culture

The Russian community in the Republic of Moldova expresses its concern and confusion regarding the status of the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Chisinau. They warn that closing this institution could damage relations with Moscow.

Traffic restrictions on a street in Chisinau

Between June 6 and 8, road traffic will be suspended on Nicolae Dimo ​​Street in the Rîșcani sector of Chisinau, the section between Tudor Vladimirescu str. and Alecu Russo str. According to a press release from the Chișinău City Hall, the measure was taken in connection with the need to carry out works to restore the asphalt coating on Nicolae Dimo ​​Str.

Boldurești mayor case: "Justice must act swiftly"

Justice should expedite the case involving Nicanor Ciochină, the mayor of Boldurești, who was re-elected on June 1 despite being under criminal investigation for the murder of a 14-year-old child. Minister of Justice Veronica Mihailov-Moraru expressed support for the fact that this criminal case is progressing in court.