With parents abroad, children face the painful impact of migration

The phenomenon of migration is increasingly impacting families with children, particularly in rural areas. In many villages, children are often left in the care of their grandparents or a single parent while one parent works abroad. This situation is exemplified by Ludmila Stratuta, a resident of Sheptelici, Soroca district, who has been raising her two grandchildren since their birth, as their parents are working overseas.

Călărași hosted an autumn festival with local and international guests

In Călărași, the harvest season transformed into a true celebration as the city hosted the traditional "Golden Autumn" festival. Mayors from the district, along with folk craftsmen and local producers, showcased their finest products from the year. The event brought together residents and visitors from various countries.

Chișinău hosted the “Butoiaș” fair, celebrating grapes and wine

Ripe grapes, seasonal agricultural products, and winemaking accessories were all featured at the "Butoiaș" fair held in Chisinau. Winegrowers from across the country brought their harvests to sell, while enthusiasts of homemade wine seized the opportunity to select the best grape varieties for the perfect taste.

EU Ambassador Iwona Piórko on Moldova 1 TV: “We’re ready to open the first negotiation cluster with Moldova”

The Republic of Moldova is at a crucial point in its journey towards European integration. The European Union is prepared to begin the first chapter of negotiations with Moldova following the successful completion of the screening process. In an exclusive interview with Moldova 1 TV, the Ambassador of the European Union to Chișinău, Iwona Piórko, expressed her strong belief that Moldova will successfully progress on its path to EU membership. She assured that Brussels will continue to support Moldova as it faces both internal and external challenges.

Next Generation eCall will automatically alert 112 in case of road accidents

The national single emergency call service, 112, is launching the Next Generation eCall project. This innovative system automatically alerts emergency services in the event of a road accident, providing real-time information about the location and severity of the incident. This initiative aims to ensure faster and more efficient responses during emergencies.

Over 100 apartment blocks connected to heating despite consumer debts

Termoelectrica started connecting residential consumers to the centralized heat distribution network. To date, more than 100 apartment blocks have been connected, out of a total of over 2,800 registered in Chisinau. The supplier announced that these connections will proceed despite the debts that consumers accumulated during the last heating season. Currently, the number of unpaid bills from the previous year exceeds 25,000.

Rescuers from Telenești and Călărași received modern emergency vehicles

The Emergency Situations Departments of Telenești and Călărași received two modern special vehicles from European partners in Austria and Switzerland.

The Răut River faces severe pollution; locals and authorities call for urgent action

The Răut River is facing a severe pollution crisis, with conditions deteriorating daily. Significant amounts of waste have piled up in the riverbed, severely impacting water quality. Experts indicated that the river contains harmful bacteria, rendering it unsafe for both drinking and irrigation. Local residents and authorities are urgently calling for prompt action from responsible institutions to halt the ongoing degradation of the river.

EU implements new EES system: Moldovans are subject to biometric border checks

Beginning Sunday, October 12, citizens of the Republic of Moldova traveling to the European Union will utilize a new electronic border control system called the Entry/Exit System (EES), which automatically records travel data, facial images, and fingerprints.

First Moldovan travelers depart under the EU’s new EES rules

Travelers entering Romania from the Republic of Moldova at the Costești customs are now subject to the new Entry/Exit System (EES) requirements. These rules were implemented on October 12 at the external borders of the European Union.

An increasing number of Moldovans are seeing psychologists, mainly for depression and anxiety

Inga is one of the beneficiaries of the Mental Health Center in Soroca. She confesses that she found support from psychologists and psychiatrists, and the experience gives her security and support. "From the beginning, I felt very important, because here I found both a psychologist and a psychiatrist. In many cases and problems that I encountered in life, they helped me and I come to the center as if to a family. Here I tell my problems and I am always helped and supported", said the beneficiary.

Sorghum becomes increasingly popular. Farmer: “The results remain good even during drought”

The dry periods of recent years have driven some farmers to seek crops that can better withstand climate change. In Orhei District, two entrepreneurs decided to abandon traditional crops and planted sorghum for the first time—a plant almost forgotten in Moldova but with significant agricultural potential. The farmers harvested enough to feed the 160 cattle they raise at their local farm.