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.

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.

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.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia, Margus Tsahkna, will pay an official visit to the Republic of Moldova on 5-6 October, where he will hold meetings with President Maia Sandu, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi and other officials. The visit also includes the inauguration of the Estonian Embassy in Chișinău, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) announces.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia, Margus Tsahkna, will pay an official visit to the Republic of Moldova on 5-6 October, where he will hold meetings with President Maia Sandu, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mihai Popșoi and other officials. The visit also includes the inauguration of the Estonian Embassy in Chișinău, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) announces.

It is never too late to learn. Ninety-six people will return to the classroom for a year at the University of the Third Age. For some, itis a chance to learn new things; for others, a chance to meet people and stay active. Now in its fourth edition, the program offers a wider range of courses and activities, including computer classes and fitness sessions. And the students say they are ready to keep up with technology.

It is never too late to learn. Ninety-six people will return to the classroom for a year at the University of the Third Age. For some, itis a chance to learn new things; for others, a chance to meet people and stay active. Now in its fourth edition, the program offers a wider range of courses and activities, including computer classes and fitness sessions. And the students say they are ready to keep up with technology.

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Este adevărat că anticipatele nu scad inflația, nici prețul motorinei, nu repară educația și nici deficitul bugetar. Și mai adevărat este că ele costă si bani, și timp; maI mult, ar putea aduce la putere exact partidul de care ne temem cel mai mult. Dar ar fi fost singura cale prin care s-ar fi putut […]

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.

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.

The Embassy of Moldova in the Kingdom of Spain has issued a travel alert for Moldovan citizens, amid a red alert for heavy rainfall and severe storms along Spain’s Mediterranean coast.The warning was issued by Spain’s State Meteorological Agency (AEMET).The Em...

The Foreign Affairs Ministry (MAE)has summoned Russia’s ambassador-designate to Moldova, Oleg Ozerov, and handed him a protest note after five aircrafts – three missiles and two drones – had flown over Moldova’s airspace today and exploded near settlements...

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.