Bulgaria election: Iotova leads with 35.5% in partial results

Bulgaria’s Central Election Commission reported on October 26 that incumbent President Iliana Iotova’s ticket led with 35.5% of the vote, with 17.86% of tally sheets processed.

Sybiha: Russia must face pressure to negotiate with Ukraine

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on October 26 that Russia would not engage in serious peace talks while it believed it could force Ukraine to surrender, calling for increased pressure on Moscow to end the war.

Dorina Baciu named among FAO’s 100 women heroes

The FAO has named Moldovan cheesemaker Dorina Baciu among its 100 Women Heroes, recognizing women around the world who contribute to agrifood systems and rural development.

Serbia's student movement defeats Vucic in snap election

Serbia's student-backed electoral list is projected to win 141 parliamentary seats, according to Ipsos/CeSID estimates, after Aleksandar Vucic conceded defeat in Sunday's snap election.

Moldova seeks EU recognition for electronically signed documents

Moldova is working to align its digital rules with EU standards so electronically signed documents could eventually be accepted by European institutions, reducing the need for citizens abroad to travel home for paperwork.

Moldova: How to choose an electric heater

As temperatures fall across Moldova, consumers are turning to electric heaters for extra warmth. Retailers recommend comparing room size, rated power and purchase costs before choosing a model.

Moldova seeks to keep 7% tax rate for IT companies after EU accession

The Republic of Moldova aims to maintain the preferential tax regime for companies within the Moldova IT Park even after joining the European Union. The authorities have requested a transition period of five to six years, during which the park’s residents would continue to benefit from the existing incentives. Currently, approximately 3,000 companies pay a single 7% tax rate, guaranteed by law until 2035. A framework for the future of this tax regime is expected to be agreed upon with the European Commission by the end of 2027.

EU-funded canteen in Selemet serves hot meals to those in need

In the village of Selemet, in the Cimișlia district, 50 people find a hot meal every day. The social canteen, renovated with financial support from Europe, offers a helping hand to those for whom every single day can be a challenge.

New cyberattack hits Government services; Platforms will remain offline on Monday

Several digital public services in the Republic of Moldova will remain unavailable on Monday, October 26, after authorities detected a new attempted cyberattack on government systems. Among the affected services are those related to the submission and issuance of permits and authorizations. About 15 specialists are working to secure the platforms, and authorities have not yet announced when they will restore full functionality.

Alexandrin Guțu misses out on Greco-Roman wrestling world title

Greco-Roman wrestler Alexandrin Guțu missed the chance to become world champion. In the final, Azerbaijan's Sanan Suleimanov defeated the Moldovan 3–8. Guțu made a strong impression in Astana; on the first day of the competition in Kazakhstan, he won four straight matches in the under-77 kg weight category. The final against Sanan Suleimanov took place on Sunday, October 25.

Electronic devices on aircraft: Safety rules

An increasing number of passengers travel with electronic devices, ranging from mobile phones and tablets to external batteries, cameras, and electronic cigarettes. To ensure a safe, incident-free journey, it is important to be aware of the rules for transporting them.

“I slept in the bathroom, protected by three walls”. Prime Minister Tofan on nights under bombardment in Kyiv

Nights spent on a mattress in the bathroom, explosions near his home, and windows shattered twice by missile attacks—these are some of the experiences Vasile Tofan—currently the Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova—lived through in Kyiv following the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. On February 24, 2022, he was in Ukraine with his family and learned of the war through a phone call around 5:00 a.m. A few days later, he brought his wife and children to the Republic of Moldova, but he kept travelling to Kyiv, where bombardments had become part of daily life.