Excise duties on sugary drinks will start in 2027 to reduce consumption

Sweetened beverages and energy drinks will be subject to excise duties from 2027 in the Republic of Moldova, in order to discourage consumption and promote healthier food choices. Public health specialists warn that excess sugar promotes obesity and contributes to the development of noncommunicable diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and high blood pressure. Currently, more than 20% of the population of the Republic of Moldova is obese, according to Ion Șalaru, head of a department within the National Public Health Agency.

"Two teams. Two generations. One future": Friendly match for nicotine prevention

A friendly football match between two generations will take place on Sunday at the football field in Trușeni commune, Chișinău municipality, as part of the "A Smoke-Free Future" project implemented by the Center for Health Policies and Analysis (PAS Center). The match will feature young players aged 10 to 14 from the "Petru Leucă" Football Academy and a senior team composed of representatives from public institutions and organizations involved in promoting health, education, and public policy.

“Ivan Patzaichin” aircraft flew its inaugural Bucharest-Chișinău flight

A new aircraft will now fly the Bucharest-Chișinău route and bears the name of legendary Romanian canoeist Ivan Patzaichin. It has nearly 200 seats, and officials, journalists, and passengers traveled on its first flight. Authorities say a new aircraft was needed because the route between the two capitals is in very high demand.

Severe storms and heavy rainfall in Spain prompt Moldova's warning

Citizens of the Republic of Moldova currently in Spain or planning to travel there are advised of severe weather conditions along the Mediterranean coast, following the issuance of a "red code" alert by Spanish authorities for heavy rainfall and strong storms.

Moldova honors top 12 educators at national 2026 gala

Twelve Moldovan educators received national honors and cash prizes at the annual "Teacher of the Year 2026" gala in Chișinău on Saturday, recognizing pedagogical excellence across preschool, primary, and secondary education.

Moldova receives 185 bids for crop insurance aid

Moldovan agricultural producers submitted 185 applications totaling roughly €0.98 million (approx. 19.64 million MDL) to subsidize insurance premiums for 2025 contracts, the country's farm payment agency announced following the close of its September call.

Chișinău Airport resumes flights after second bomb hoax

Chișinău International Airport resumed normal operations Saturday after specialized security units cleared a false bomb threat that prompted terminal evacuations and suspended passenger check-in procedures earlier in the day.

Moldova hands protest note to Russian envoy over airspace incursions

Moldova handed a formal protest note to Russia’s ambassador-designate, Oleg Ozerov, after summoning him to the Foreign Ministry on October 3 following six unauthorized military aircraft incursions.

Five Russian missiles and drones breach Moldova, triggering fires

Three Russian missiles and two military drones breached Moldovan airspace within 15 minutes on Saturday morning, detonating across four southern and central districts without causing casualties, defense officials confirmed.

Kyiv transit crippled after Russian strike damages bridge

A Russian drone strike damaged Kyiv’s North Bridge overnight, cutting transit across the Dnipro River after explosions tore through the roadway and severed overhead power cables, municipal authorities reported.

Multiple drones cross Moldovan airspace on Saturday

Multiple unmanned aerial vehicles breached Moldovan airspace on Saturday morning, triggering heightened surveillance across five central and southeastern districts, according to the National Integrated Monitoring System.

FlyDubai co-pilot used crash axe in Tel Aviv flight attack

The FlyDubai co-pilot attacked his captain with an emergency axe and attempted to seize control of a Tel Aviv-bound aircraft during a “terrorist attack,” the United Arab Emirates prosecutor general said.