News about Culture

Parliament is debating a media bill that would establish a Registry of Media Service Providers under the Ministry of Culture. The bill’s authors insist on the need for transparency and modernization of the media sector. The opposition fears that linking state subsidies to registration in the Registry will become a tool for controlling the press.

A Dutch court sentenced three men to 47 months in prison for stealing ancient Romanian gold artifacts from the Drenthe Museum in Assen. The theft of the national relics sparked a sharp reaction in Bucharest and led to the resignation of the director of Romania’s National Museum of History.

The Danish restaurant Noma, which has repeatedly been named one of the best in the world, is preparing to reopen following a reputational crisis surrounding its founder and working conditions within the team.

The world’s first bag made from Tyrannosaurus rex leather is expected to go up for auction later this week.

With less than 24 hours to go before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, analysts continue to release their predictions for the tournament’s outcome. According to Opta’s supercomputer, the national teams of Spain and France have the best chances of reaching the final.

The U.S. Embassy in Chisinau has officially introduced the mission’s new press secretary. The announcement was made on the diplomatic mission’s official Facebook page.

Eugen Tomac, who was appointed by President Nicușor Dan to form Romania’s new government, stated that one of his plans is for Romania to organize joint Olympic Games with the Republic of Moldova.

Argentine Lionel Messi, an eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, tops numerous rankings and lists. His achievements go beyond just goals, assists, and titles.

The Ministry of Culture estimated the volume of domestic book production at only 40 lei per year per inhabitant. According to the draft “Program for the implementation of the National Culture and Heritage Strategy for 2026-2030”, this indicator is significantly lower than the average level in the region, which indicates a systemic stagnation of the sector.

China’s Hangzhou has a new architectural landmark. The Hangzhou Prism mixed-use complex, an unusual skyscraper 106.5 meters high that offers a fresh take on the usual typology of glass high-rises, has been completed here.

The choice of location is not accidental. The project is taking place in the area between Bucureşti Street and August 31, 1989, where several iconic cultural institutions of the capital are located.

Deputy Prime Minister, Economic Development and Digitalization Minister Eugeniu Osmochescu will head a joint intergovernmental commission for cooperation between Moldova and the German state of Baden-Württemberg.

Alexander Zverev of Germany won the men’s final of the French Open Roland Garros and won a Grand Slam tournament for the first time in his career.

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has extended the suspension of Russian national teams and clubs from participating in tournaments under its auspices for the 2026/27 season. The decision maintains the current ban, introduced in 2022, and effectively closes the next international cycle for Russian teams.

Local initiatives aimed at promoting equal participation of women and men in public life and strengthening social cohesion were implemented in six localities in Moldova.

The winner of the French Open tennis championship was 19-year-old Mirra Andreeva from Russia. In the women’s singles final, she defeated Poland’s Maja Chvalinska 6:3, 6:2.

Moldova for the first time legislates the concept of “shelter” for the protection of cultural property moving from conflict and emergency zones.

Chisinau is preparing to become a center of attraction for all connoisseurs of Eastern civilization: On June 13, 2026, the capital will host a large-scale event “China Day 2026” (China Day 2026). The event is organized by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Republic of Moldova and the Mayor’s Office of the capital.

The World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico has not yet started, and one of its most recognizable “sounds” has already disappeared from the future atmosphere of the stadiums. FIFA has officially banned the use of vuvuzelas, whistles and other noise-making devices in all arenas of the tournament, continuing its policy of strict regulation of fan behavior.

Barcelona is preparing for a historic event: on June 10, Pope Leo XIV will visit the famous Sagrada Familia Basilica to inaugurate and consecrate the Tower of Jesus Christ, the central and tallest tower of the church. Its construction was completed in February, marking a major milestone in the 144-year history of one of the world’s most ambitious architectural projects.