Carlo Acutis, 'patron saint of the internet', becomes first millennial saint

Pope Leo XIV has canonised Carlo Acutis, an Italian teenager hailed as the 'patron saint of the internet', the Vatican has announced.

Arina Sabalenka wins US Open title after beating Amanda Anisimova

Arina Sabalenka has successfully defended her US Open title after defeating American Amanda Anisimova in straight sets.

Shigeru Ishiba: Japan's prime minister resigns amid party turmoil

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has resigned amid internal disagreements within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, according to reports.

Rare 14th-Century sunken dwelling discovered in Moldova by archaeologists

A rare 14th-century sunken dwelling has been discovered by archaeologists in the medieval urban settlement of Costești-Gârlea, in the Ialoveni district.

Drone strike hits Eilat airport in Israel

A drone launched from Yemen has hit the arrivals hall at Israel's Eilat airport, the country's southernmost city. It is not yet clear how the device bypassed Israel's Iron Dome air defence system, which is one of the world's most advanced.

Five-kilogram bunch, the star of the Cimișlia Grape Festival

Winegrowers from across the country participated on Sunday in the tenth edition of the Grape Festival, held in the town of Cimișlia. As is tradition, the event featured the "Giant Grapes" contest. The big winner was a farmer from the village of Burlacu in the Cahul district, who brought a bunch of grapes weighing nearly five kilograms.

Over 300 jobs available at the Comrat Fair

An opportunities fair was organized in Comrat, where employers presented interesting job offers and competitive salaries for residents in the southern region of the country. According to the National Employment Agency, there are currently over 300 job vacancies available in the Gagauzia Autonomous Region.

Young Roma can apply until September 20 for merit scholarships of 1,200 lei per month

Students of Roma descent, aged 16 to 25, will be eligible for 120 merit-based scholarships, each valued at 1,200 lei per month, during the 2025–2026 academic year. This program is offered by the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) in partnership with the Interethnic Relations Agency. Its aim is to promote access to education for young Roma.

Blood Moon visible Sunday evening in Romania and Moldova

Astronomy enthusiasts will have the chance to witness a "Blood Moon" during a total lunar eclipse on Sunday evening. This event will be primarily observable in Asia, with partial visibility in Europe and Africa, according to g4media.ro.

ELECTIONS 2025 // PL launches campaign; Romanian unity a strategic goal

The Liberal Party (PL) has officially launched its parliamentary campaign in town Ungheni. In its electoral program, the party advocates for the Republic of Moldova's accession to the European Union and supports the unity of the Romanian nation.

ELECTIONS 2025 // 23 competitors in September 28 elections; CEC set ballot order

The ballots for the parliamentary elections on September 28 will feature 23 electoral competitors: 15 political parties, four electoral blocs, and four independent candidates.

ELECTIONS 2025 // CEC rejects two PAS complaints against Our Party candidates

A district vice president and candidate in the September 28 parliamentary elections took unpaid leave to avoid the incompatibilities established by legislation before the start of the electoral campaign.