Six localities elect new mayors: two independents, two socialists, and one each from PDCM and LOC

On Sunday, November 16, residents of six villages and towns held elections for their mayors, and some also elected local councils. Two villages will be led by mayors from the Party of Socialists (PSRM), while two other localities will have independent mayors. One village will elect a mayor from the League of Cities and Communes (LOC), and another village will be led by a mayor from the Party for the Development and Consolidation of Moldova (PDCM).

Six people, including two children, injured in accident in Sângerei

On Sunday at approximately 5:45 p.m., six people, including two children aged one and four, were taken to the hospital after a road accident near the village of Cubolta, Sângerei district.

European Republic of Moldova: EU, Council of Europe and Alexandru Munteanu in Brussels

Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu is set to make his second official foreign visit to Brussels, the capital of Europe, on Monday and Tuesday, November 17-18. During this visit, the Prime Minister will meet with top officials from the European Union and deliver a speech at the European Business Summit on Tuesday.

Sălcuța Nouă residents now have quality drinking water through the European Village Program

Residents of Sălcuța Nouă, Căușeni district now have access to drinking water thanks to a new aqueduct. This modern system was built to replace the old one, which frequently broke down. The project was funded by the local authorities through the national "European Village" Program.

Soroca Fortress hosts large exhibition of exotic birds and pets

Pigeons, canaries, and other exotic birds were the central attraction at the recent bird and animal exhibition held at Soroca Fortress.

Chișinău hosts major congress on global respiratory disease prevention

The first National Congress of Pulmonology was held in Chișinău, marking a significant event for the medical community in the Republic of Moldova.

New volume explores poet Mihai Eminescu's journalistic career

The "Writers Without Borders" project recently focused on the journalistic career of Romania’s national poet, Mihai Eminescu.

European Commission considers new tax on ultra-processed foods

The European Commission is drawing up plans to introduce a new "micro-tax" on ultra-processed foods that contain high levels of fat, sugar, or salt, according to a draft document seen by dpa on Sunday.

Israel to play Moldova World Cup qualifier in Chișinău due to conflict

The Moldovan national football team is scheduled to play its final fixture of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Israel in Chișinău.

Moldova relies heavily on imported drugs, AMDM report shows

The Republic of Moldova is heavily dependent on foreign supplies, with imported medicines accounting for over 90% of the market.

Russia faces growing budget deficit as military spending caps loom

Russia is facing significant budget challenges, according to economic analysts, as the Kremlin grapples with a widening fiscal gap.

Moldova gas tariff expected to drop after ANRE review, minister says

Moldova's Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu has announced an expected reduction in the natural gas tariff, stating that the regulatory body, ANRE, will soon review the price structure.