US extends sanctions on Iran; China warns it will protect its interests
Beijing has vowed to protect its interests after the US announced it would extend sanctions on Iran and its trading partners, including China,…
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Kremlin: British drone factories could face attacks from “unknown sources”
Kremlin adviser Andrei Fedorov has said that in response to the transfer of military blueprints to Ukraine, there could be partial military attacks…
Major storm damage in Latvia’s state forests could take four months to clear
The most significant damage caused by the storm in Latvia’s state forests could take four months to clear, provided weather conditions do not…
Storm disrupted one in five ATMs in Latvia – residents urged to keep cash on hand
During last weekend’s storm, 183 of Latvia’s 869 ATMs, or roughly one in five, experienced disruptions, including 17 of the country’s 94 critical…
Latvia’s anti-corruption bureau lacks staff to investigate complex cases – problem has been building for years
Latvia’s Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) is facing an acute shortage of operational officers, a problem common across law enforcement agencies, the…
European museum thefts are becoming more violent; perpetrators are recruited on social media
Europol said on Monday, the 24th of August, that art thieves in Europe are committing increasingly violent thefts, with a particular focus on…
Latvia may not have enough money to cover storm damage – could seek help from the EC
Latvia may very likely have to seek financial assistance from the European Commission to cover the costs caused by the storm, Smart Administration…
VIDEO | Tornado hits France; dozens injured
Tornado ripped through the southwestern French village of Pomas on the 24th of August, injuring 41 people and damaging hundreds of homes, the…
Weather forecast for Latvia this week: calm conditions at first, followed by a new cyclone
On Tuesday, skies will be partly cloudy, with brief rain expected in many areas overnight and a chance of thunderstorms in some places…
