Beyond flowers: UNFPA campaign exposes the hidden burden of unpaid labor in Moldova

On the eve of International Women's Day, UNFPA Moldova has launched the "Heavy Bouquet" awareness campaign, urging society to look past symbolic gestures and confront the daily challenges women face.

End of an era for Moldovan students in Romania as financial support is slashed amid budget reforms

A significant shift in Romania’s educational funding policy has left thousands of Moldovan students facing unexpected financial hardship. Recent austerity measures have eliminated the possibility of combining merit-based scholarships with ethnic-origin grants, a dual support system that previously sustained the largest foreign student community in the country.

Infrastructure decay leaves Chisinau neighborhoods struggling with severe potholes

Residential courtyards across Chisinau have become nearly impassable following the winter season, leaving residents struggling with deep potholes and uneven terrain. While municipal crews have begun work on main arterial roads, inner-city residential access points remain neglected, sparking widespread frustration.

From "tyrant" to "loser": Trump signals unprecedented expansion of Iranian target lists

President Donald Trump issued a severe warning to Tehran on Saturday, stating the United States is prepared to strike Iran "very hard." The American leader threatened to expand military operations to include areas and groups never previously considered targets.

National Swimming Championships highlight Moldova’s rising aquatic talent and infrastructure

A total of 279 athletes showcased their speed and endurance at the Winter Edition of the Moldovan National Swimming Championships. Held over three days at the Chisinau Arena’s Olympic-size pool, the competition featured three age categories: Juniors, Youth (U18), and Seniors.

Tactical stalemate at Orhei leaves Zimbru Chisinau level at the top

The second phase of the Moldovan Super Liga commenced with a high-stakes encounter in Orhei, where local side Milsami hosted Zimbru Chisinau. Despite a fiercely contested battle, the match ended in a 0-0 stalemate.

Arsenal maintain quadruple pursuit as Liverpool dominate at Molineux

Arsenal’s quest for silverware continues unabated. The North London club secured their place in the FA Cup quarter-finals following a hard-fought 2-1 away victory against third-tier Mansfield Town.

Sandu urges global resolve after Russian missile strikes kill seven in Kharkiv

President Maia Sandu has forcefully condemned Russia’s overnight strikes on Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure. The Moldovan leader categorized the attacks as war crimes and called on the international community to maintain unwavering support for Kyiv.

Civilian casualties mount as Russian drones and missiles target Ukrainian power grid and residential blocks

A Russian ballistic missile tore through a five-story apartment building in Kharkiv’s Kyivskyi district early Saturday, March 7, killing at least seven civilians. Among the victims recovered from the rubble were two 13-year-old children, a boy and a girl.

Thousands regain sight as Moldova expands public-private health partnerships

A record number of patients in the Republic of Moldova successfully regained their vision last year through the national cataract treatment program. The mandatory health insurance system covered costs for over 14,000 surgeries, significantly reducing historical backlogs.

Women outpace men in education but face a €51 monthly pension gap

The 2026 Gender Equality Index reveals a widening paradox in Moldova, where women remain more educated than men yet earn 17% less and face significant retirement poverty. Despite recent legislative efforts to support working parents, a new report by the Partnership for Development Center (CPD) shows a regression in social perceptions, with the national equality score stalling at 61 out of 100 points.

Police shut down Chișinău call center linked to 1,000-operator global fraud ring

Authorities in Moldova have dismantled a sophisticated call center in Chișinău used to orchestrate large-scale romance scams. The operation targeted victims primarily in Australia, India, and the United States.