US uncovers alleged Russian terrorist group
US prosecutors have charged five individuals – believed to be collaborating with Russian intelligence services – with conspiracy to finance terrorism and plotting…
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BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: New Unity – from election winner to fighting for survival in the Saeima
Author: Ilona Bērziņa New Unity (JV) is very fond of playing the role of the “adult in the room”. But when that “adult”…
EC President: A strong and independent Europe must be built
On the 16th of September, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called on European Union nations to stand united and forge a…
Healthcare workers prepare to protest – demand Latvian health minister’s resignation and pay rise of at least 30%
The Council of the Latvian Health and Social Care Workers’ Trade Union (LVSADA) has decided to maintain its demand for pay increases for…
Heating to become more expensive in Latvia this season
Heating tariffs in Latvia could be on average 5–15% higher this heating season than during the previous one, Climate and Energy Minister Jānis…
Watchdog: War with Iran has depleted US weapons reserves
The US Department of Defense Inspector General has reported that the war with Iran has caused a munitions shortage and a “bottleneck” in…
Nearly 420,000 euros from father living in Russia – Stepaņenko refuses to explain origin of gifts
Jūlija Stepaņenko, the prime ministerial candidate of the Sovereign Power/Young Latvians alliance, refused to explain the origin of funds gifted to her by…
Large rain system approaching Latvia – thunderstorms also possible in some areas
On Wednesday, skies will be cloudy with occasional clear spells. Light rain is expected in some areas overnight, while on Wednesday evening a…
Iceland’s only whaling company unconcerned about potential ban
Hvalur, Iceland’s last remaining commercial whaling company, has stated it believes it can weather the latest proposals to ban whaling, noting that previous…
