Moldova mandates universal hearing tests for all newborns to prevent disability

Moldova has successfully achieved a 95% coverage rate for its universal newborn hearing screening program, meeting World Health Organization (WHO) standards. Since becoming mandatory in 2024, the free procedure ensures early detection of hearing impairments within the first days of life.

Trump declares national emergency, targets Cuba’s energy lifelines with global tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump declared a national emergency on Thursday, January 29, citing "threats to national security and foreign policy" posed by the Cuban government.

Over 1,500 respiratory infections reported in Moldova as pediatric wards reach capacity

Moldovan health authorities have reported a sharp rise in respiratory infections, with 1,500 new cases recorded in a single week. The surge has primarily affected children, leaving regional pediatric wards struggling to accommodate the influx of patients.

Carlyle Group moves to acquire Lukoil's $22 billion global portfolio under US pressure

Russian oil major Lukoil, currently under US sanctions, has agreed to divest its vast international portfolio to the American private equity firm Carlyle Group.

Human remains discovered during construction in Coșnița, Dubăsari

Construction work at a home in Coșnița, Dubăsari, came to a sudden halt yesterday after workers unearthed human remains. The discovery was reported to the local authorities on January 28.

Customs corruption crackdown at Giurgiulești as officers face charges for bribery

Two customs officers at the Giurgiulești border checkpoint are under criminal investigation for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes ranging from $50 to $500.

Undercover operation exposes decades of killings at Moldovan pig farm

Moldovan authorities are nearing a major indictment in a chilling serial murder case, involving six victims and spanning two decades of criminal activity.

Legal experts warn against unjustified consolidation of Moldova’s specialized prosecution services

The proposed creation of the Anti-Corruption and Organized Crime Prosecutor's Office (PACCO) through the merger of Moldova’s specialized units lacks sufficient justification. It risks undermining the fight against high-level corruption, according to a recent analysis by the Legal Resources Centre from Moldova (LRCM).

Moldova moves closer to EU membership goal despite ongoing PACE monitoring

Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popșoi and PACE official Petra Bayr confirmed that Moldova is making significant strides toward democratic consolidation. While the country remains under monitoring, officials expressed optimism regarding its European trajectory.

Nine cities enter race to host new EU Customs Authority

The European Parliament officially launched the selection process for the future headquarters of the EU Customs Authority (EUCA) on Wednesday, January 28. Nine candidate cities are currently vying for the position: Bucharest, The Hague, Liège, Lille, Málaga, Porto, Rome, Warsaw, and Zagreb.

Prosecutors seek 9-year sentence for former Boldurești Mayor in fatal crash case

Prosecutors have requested a nine-year prison sentence for Nicanor Ciochină, the former Mayor of Boldurești. He is accused of the fatal February 2024 hit-and-run of a 14-year-old boy.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz rules out Ukraine's EU accession by 2027 citing Copenhagen Criteria

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has clarified that Ukraine’s accession to the European Union remains unattainable in the immediate term. He specifically ruled out the possibility of integration by January 1, 2027.