Transparency in education: Authorities clarify when donations aren’t bribes

To ensure that a donation to an educational institution is not perceived as a bribe, it must adhere to legal procedures. In a report by journalist Alina Chiperi for the show "Morning with Radio Moldova," Angela Prisăcaru, the deputy head of the department at the Ministry of Education and Research, explained how parents can provide transparent support to schools and kindergartens.

Media groups express solidarity with journalist Elena Celac, urge authorities to intervene

The Center for Independent Journalism (CJI) and eight other media organizations condemn the online harassment campaign against journalist Elena Celac from Radio Moldova Comrat and call on law enforcement agencies to sanction the perpetrators of the insults and verbal attacks. According to the joint statement, the journalist became the target of insults, offensive labels and unfounded accusations launched on social networks after a show in which the deputy of the People's Assembly from Comrat, Nicolai Dudoglo, left the studio in reaction to the moderator's request to support her claims with evidence.

An employee of Penitentiary No. 13 in Chișinău was convicted for helping a female inmate escape “out of pity”

A former officer at Penitentiary No. 13 in Chisinau has been convicted of supplying prohibited items to a female inmate, whom he assisted in escaping. According to the sentence issued by the Chisinau Court, he will serve three years of detention, with part of the sentence conditionally suspended. Additionally, he will be prohibited from working within the National Penitentiary Administration for four years.

A 19-year-old young man dies in a motorcycle accident in Călărași

A 19-year-old man lost his life in an accident that occurred on Sunday, October 19, in the village of Căbăiești, Călărași district. According to the press officer of the General Inspectorate of Police, Mariana Bețivu, he was driving a motorcycle without license plates and he did not have a driver's license.

Over a hundred schools forced to turn to catering services to feed middle school students

More than a hundred schools in the country are required to hire catering services for their middle school students because they lack on-site canteens to prepare lunches. School directors report that the procedure is straightforward. Catering companies must adhere to guidelines set by authorities, ensuring that the meals provide a healthy and diverse diet, including fruits.

Tech pioneer Steve Wozniak receives Moldova’s top honour

Steve Wozniak, one of the most influential innovators of the 20th century, received an honorary degree from the Technical University of Moldova (UTM) on Sunday, October 19.

Chișinău hospital performs first-ever cardiac resynchronization and defibrillator implants

Doctors at Chișinău's "Holy Trinity" Municipal Clinical Hospital have performed the country's first-ever operations to implant a Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) device and two Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (ICDs).

Yellow code frost alert: Temperatures to hit -3C on Tuesday

Meteorologists have issued a Yellow-level frost warning nationwide. The warning is valid for 20–21 October, according to the national weather service.

JCET-2025: Moldova and Romania hold joint military exercise

Moldovan and Romanian troops are due to take part in the 'Joint Combined Exchange Training-2025' exercise, which is scheduled to take place at the National Army's training centres between 20 and 31 October.

Moldova: Health warning as ten people poisoned by wild mushrooms

At least ten people have been hospitalised in Moldova since the start of autumn after eating wild mushrooms, prompting a nationwide warning from health officials.

Moldova: Unpaid volunteer firefighters show professional skill at annual festival

Volunteer firefighters, increasing in number across Moldova, are always ready for a new mission, despite not being paid professionals.

Why anaesthetists in Moldova face high burnout rates and staff deficits

Moldova is facing a critical shortage of anaesthetists, specialists who play a vital role in saving lives and provide constant care for critically ill patients in intensive care units.