Sharp increase in GPS signal disruptions in Latvian airspace
Disruptions in global satellite navigation systems (GNSS) over Latvian airspace were recorded 399 times during the first four months of this year, marking…
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Putin and Trump to skip Ukraine peace talks in Turkey, initiated by the Russian dictator himself
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced late on Wednesday, the 14th of May, the formation of a delegation of experienced negotiators to hold direct…
Rain, gusts, and frost – a chilly weekend ahead in Latvia
Thursday will be mostly cloudy. Overnight, rain is expected in both western and eastern regions, with prolonged rainfall and possible thunderstorms in Latgale,…
Foggy windows and no room for bikes – “Vivi” trains still plagued by defects
Approximately 300 windows in the new Czech-made “Škoda Vagonka” electric trains, operated by Pasažieru vilciens(PV), have been found to be defective, the company…
No support in Saeima for paid menstrual leave initiative
On Wednesday, members of the Saeima’s Mandates, Ethics and Submissions Committee acknowledged that menstruation can cause significant discomfort and reduce women’s work capacity….
Starting from 2030, political parties will need at least 1,000 members to run in Saeima elections
Starting in 2030, only political parties with at least 1,000 members will be able to participate in the Saeima elections, instead of the…
Opinion | Rail Baltica: A national-level waste without a deadline. No one knows when (or if) it will be completed
The next time someone tries to crack a joke about “slow Estonians,” just reply with two words: “Rail Baltica.” With this project, we’ve…
Prime Minister promises – Latvia’s tax burden will not increase in the near future
No new taxes or tax rates are currently planned, Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity) stated in an interview on TV3’s “900 seconds”…
Ministry: Recognizing Ukraine’s occupation would encourage further Russian aggression in Europe
Recognizing the occupation of Ukraine would only promote further Russian aggression in Europe, the Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) stated to news…
