Moldova issues water safety alert amid summer heatwave

The General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) issued an urgent appeal for public adherence to water safety protocols. The alert comes as soaring summer temperatures drive large crowds to natural water bodies across the country.

Egypt reach World Cup knockout stage after Iran draw

Egypt secured a place in the FIFA World Cup round of 32 after drawing 1-1 with Iran in Group G, reaching the knockout stage for the first time in the nation's history. Mahmoud Saber put the Africans ahead in the fifth minute before Ramin Rezaeian equalised nine minutes later. Egypt will face Australia in the round of 32, while Iran must wait to see whether it advances as one of the tournament's eight best third-placed teams.

Moldova expands northern sewage network in €1.16 million project

The Moldovan government and the North Regional Development Agency (North RDA) have completed a major €1.16 million (approx. 22.8 million MDL) sanitation infrastructure project in the northern Sangerei region.

Romania political crisis: Nicusor Dan rejects unilateral PM picks

Romanian President Nicusor Dan has transferred the responsibility of forging a parliamentary majority back to the political parties, following a one-hour negotiation session that concluded without an agreement. The head of state currently faces two competing governance proposals, neither of which commands an absolute majority in Parliament.

Moldova Writers' Union honors top literary works of 2025

The Writers' Union of Moldova honored the finest literary works of 2025 at its annual Awards Gala on Friday, June 26.

Cape Verde reaches World Cup round of 32 in historic debut

World Cup debutants Cape Verde advanced to the round of 32 following a goalless draw against Saudi Arabia at Houston Stadium. The clean sheet secured their progression from Group H in the tournament hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Moldova mandates higher education students to declare AI tool usage

The Moldovan Government has approved a new national framework requiring university students to formally disclose the use of artificial intelligence in their academic work.

Moldova backs down on controversial fiscal policy amendments

The Moldovan government has withdrawn several controversial provisions from the draft fiscal and budgetary policy following intense public backlash and a lack of institutional consensus.

Volgograd defense plant targeted in Ukrainian Flamingo missile strike

Ukrainian Flamingo missiles struck the Russian city of Volgograd on Saturday night, targeting a major defense facility.

Current salary tax rules remain; 2027 changes dropped

The change to the payroll taxation system will not be implemented in 2027. The Ministry of Finance announced this on Friday, June 26.

PrePay cards will require identity documents for activation after Parliament vote

The Electronic Communications Law was updated to include a provision for identifying PrePay card users. These cards will only be activated after the user has provided an identity document for verification.

Special day for lovers: 240 couples said "Yes" on 06/26/2026

The date of 06/26/2026 saw 240 couples unite to formalize their relationships together, marking a memorable numerical alignment that many considered symbolic.