UN Map Vote: The UN General Assembly endorsed an African-backed push to move beyond the centuries-old Mercator projection, backing the Equal Earth map with 164 votes in favor and the US casting the lone “no.” Supporters say it corrects how Africa has been visually minimized for generations, while the resolution urges countries to use the new projection in education, media and official communications. EU Transport Funding: The European Commission opened a €1.1bn Connecting Europe Facility Transport call for TEN-T rail, inland waterways, road electrification, port charging for alternative fuels, border infrastructure adaptation and digitalisation—covering Moldova and Ukraine. Dniester Reservoir Stress: Moldova’s Dniester Reservoir level has fallen to historic lows, with inflows far below discharge targets, raising calls to revise reservoir operating rules. Online Safety & Youth Health: In Chisinau, President Maia Sandu and Romania’s First Lady Mirabela Gradinaru discussed protecting children online and the link between digital life and mental health. Waste Fight Locally: Mayors in Anenii Noi district oppose a planned regional waste management center in Serpeni, demanding transparent site comparisons and community consultations. Moldova–EU Drug Monitoring: Moldova signed an agreement with the EU Drug Agency to speed up alerts on new psychoactive substances and strengthen prevention, control and youth-focused protection.