Raids in Bălți. A deputy mayor and a deputy head of the Education Department detained for corruption

A deputy mayor and a deputy head of the Department of Education, Youth and Sports of the Bălți Municipality have been detained by the National Anti-Corruption Center (CNA), being suspected of involvement in several episodes of influence peddling, passive and active bribery.

Correspondence Dan Alexe // The Presidency of Poland and finally a pro-EU agenda

"Our future is in our hands, not in those of the Chinese or Americans, and we should not be afraid," said Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk before the European Parliament when presenting his country's priorities for the six months of Poland's presidency of the EU Council. Under the motto "Security—Europe!" Warsaw has chosen to place security and defense at its European agenda. Poland's EU presidency in the first half of 2025 will focus on the integration of Ukraine and the enlargement of the EU, strengthening EU-US relations, rebuilding Ukraine after the war, and ensuring energy security in the EU.

Press Review // Why Krasnoselski refuses Ukraine's help, which would immediately end the energy crisis

The media in the Republic of Moldova commented on Ukraine's willingness to send coal to the Transnistrian region of the Republic of Moldova, thus ending the energy crisis caused by Russia after it interrupted the supply of natural gas to the left bank of the Nistru.

Maia Sandu, at Auschwitz-Birkenau: "We must be united against hatred and work for peace"

The President of the Republic of Moldova, Maia Sandu, alongside 30 other world leaders, is participating today in the commemoration ceremony of the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration and extermination camp. In a message posted on social media, Maia Sandu emphasized the importance of preserving the memory of the Holocaust and promoting peace.

Expert: This year's parliamentary elections are a real challenge for the Republic of Moldova

This year's parliamentary elections are a real challenge for Moldova. The statement was made by international relations expert Robert Lupițu on Moldova 1's program Diplomatic Dimension. In this regard, the expert says that the authorities must ensure that the European course remains safe and that the European money coming to our country is directed to the needs of the population.

Transnistrian region on the brink of energy collapse

The Transnistrian region has gas left for only a few days, and coal for power generation will be enough for two weeks at most. Therefore, a solution to the energy crisis must be found as soon as possible. The statement was made by Deputy Prime Minister Oleg Serebrian on Moldova 1's Scaner program. According to him, a decision must be taken regardless of whether Russia will resume gas supplies to the region.

Maia Sandu will attend the ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau camp

Moldovan President Maia Sandu will participate on January 27 in the ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration and extermination camp. The event, organized at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, will bring together over 30 world leaders to pay tribute to the victims of the Holocaust.

Costești customs post activity will be suspended on January 28

The Costești customs post activity will be suspended on January 28 between 09:00 and 17:00 to carry out maintenance and modernization works on the electricity supply system, informs the Customs Service.

Energocom: Electricity consumption to increase by 17% on Monday

Tomorrow, electricity consumption on the right bank of the Nistru is expected to increase by 17% compared to the previous day, although demand is 3% lower than a typical winter day, according to Energocom.

About eight thousand kilograms of mercury lamps exported for the first time to Romania for recycling

Approximately eight thousand kilograms of lighting lamps containing mercury were exported to Romania for safe recycling for the first time, according to Iulian Gamureac, the president of the authorized operator in the Republic of Moldova specialized in managing hazardous and non-hazardous waste. He shared this information during the "Zi de Zi" program on Radio Moldova. Gamureac noted that while the import of objects and devices containing mercury and their sale on the market have been prohibited since 2021, there are still historical stocks from previous decades that people keep in warehouses or discard improperly.

Over 150 fires reported since the start of 2025. IGSU urges citizens to respect safety measures

Since the start of 2025, more than 150 fires have been recorded in the Republic of Moldova, resulting in the deaths of nine people, according to the General Inspectorate for Emergencies (IGSU). In light of this situation, rescuers remind citizens about the importance of following fire prevention rules, particularly when using heating sources.

Celebrating Nicolae Botgros: Moldova’s folklore icon turns 72

This milestone presents an opportunity for his many admirers to express their admiration and gratitude for his artistic mastery, his promotion of authentic musical folklore, and the spiritual joy he brings to audiences both at home and around the world.