Minister of Environment: Restrictions remain after the Nistru oil spill

Authorities are currently enforcing restrictions on water consumption in the northern region of the country due to oil products that have spilled into the Nistru River. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder informed Teleradio-Moldova that the results of laboratory tests conducted on water samples will be announced on Friday afternoon, March 13.

Botgros: Lăutarii folklore center not built due to sponsor refusal

He was given a free plot of land in Chisinau by the government with the intention of building the International Folklore Center "Lăutarii." However, instead of the center, a block of 20 apartments was constructed. Nicolae Botgros, a deputy from the Action and Solidarity Party (PAS), claims that the folklore center project was never realized because potential sponsors repeatedly refused to finance it. As a result, he was compelled to sell everything to settle the debts that had accumulated, according to the parliamentarian.

Doctors warn: Less sleep harms health, share tips on World Sleep Day

To increase productivity, many people are reducing their sleep to just a few hours each night, believing they can catch up on rest over the weekend. However, experts caution that the body requires around 7 to 8 hours of sleep each day, and trying to "make up" for lost sleep on Saturday and Sunday does not negate the negative health effects of sleep deprivation.

Valeriu Chiveri seeks stronger European Union support for Republic of Moldova reintegration during first visit to Brussels

The Republic of Moldova is seeking greater European Union involvement in resolving the Transnistrian conflict. This includes establishing a convergence fund to bridge the gap between the two banks of the Nistru. Deputy Prime Minister Valeriu Chiveri stated this intention during his first visit to Brussels.

Republic of Moldova lost over 1.2 billion tons of groundwater in five years; good water remains in less than half the country

The volume of water extracted from underground sources has decreased in recent years, a change that environmentalists welcome. However, the amount of water brought to the surface each year still totals hundreds of millions of tons. Experts point out that, unlike surface water, groundwater does not replenish itself.

Dorin Junghietu: Daily fuel price caps protect consumers from market volatility

The National Energy Regulatory Agency (ANRE) sets daily maximum fuel prices to help moderate price increases and prevent sudden spikes at the pump. Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu claims that abandoning this system would result in immediate price hikes. He explains that ANRE's methodology, which is based on the average of international oil quotations over the past 14 days, allows consumers to experience oil market fluctuations gradually.

Domestic violence in Moldova is widely underreported; experts urge prevention and public education

Domestic violence is a significant and often underreported issue in the Republic of Moldova. The recent rise in the number of cases reported to authorities likely indicates that more victims feel confident seeking help rather than an actual increase in the occurrence of domestic violence. This conclusion was reached during the "Bună seara" show on Moldova 1, where guests discussed the causes of domestic violence and the mechanisms for addressing it.

Chisinau denounces Kremlin-backed institutional sabotage in autonomous Gagauzia

Moldova’s central authorities are awaiting a pivotal ruling from the Constitutional Court regarding the legality of electoral regulations in the autonomous region of Gagauzia.

A partnership of equals: Germany becomes first NATO ally to host Ukrainian military mentors

Germany has become the first NATO member to invite Ukrainian military instructors to train its own armed forces in preparation for a potential Russian offensive. Lieutenant General Christian Freuding, a top commander in the German Army, confirmed the strategic shift in a recent interview with Reuters.

​Moldova seeks Venice Commission verdict on expedited judicial reform changes

​The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova has officially submitted the complete draft law regarding the appointment of international experts for judicial and prosecutorial vetting to the Venice Commission.

Resilience amid reform: Moldova Parliament rejects no-confidence motion against Defense Ministry

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova rejected a no-confidence motion against Minister of Defense Anatolie Nosatii on March 12. The vote reaffirms the government’s commitment to transforming the National Army into a professional, Western-aligned force.

Member states authorize historic release of 400 million barrels to counter supply disruptions

The 32 member nations of the International Energy Agency (IEA) announced on Wednesday a historic decision to release 400 million barrels of oil from their strategic reserves.