Compulsory secondary education introduced in Estonia; schools struggle to adapt to changes
Schools say the Ministry of Education’s ban on expelling students from secondary school caught them by surprise and are now facing difficulties implementing…
Author: Ogres
Crisis simulation reveals weaknesses in Riga’s civil defence system
Comprehensive civil defence exercises would help improve public preparedness for crises, according to the study “From Siren to Shelter? Civil Defence in Riga”…
Dispute over abolition of water meter verification reaches Latvia’s Constitutional Court
Latvia’s Constitutional Court has initiated proceedings in a case concerning the termination of state metrological control — verification — of water consumption meters…
Latvia’s President proclaims next year’s budget with focus on security and families
President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs has proclaimed the state budget for next year along with 46 accompanying laws, according to a notice published…
Russian dictator calls European leaders “small pigs”
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has called European leaders “small pigs” who want to profit from Russia’s collapse, writes Politico. In a speech given…
Britain to return to EU Erasmus exchange program
From January 2027, after a six-year hiatus, British students will be able to use the European Union’s Erasmus+ exchange program, which was suspended…
Latvia’s President doubts Russia’s readiness for peace in Ukraine
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has expressed doubts about Russia’s readiness to pursue peace in Ukraine. Speaking at a joint press conference on Wednesday…
Austria won’t stifle discontent during Israel’s Eurovision performance
The Austrian broadcaster ORF, which will host next year’s Eurovision Song Contest, said it would not ban viewers from using the Palestinian flag,…
“Latvia continues to live on borrowed money” — MPs demand explanation of 2026 budget advertising costs
Opposition lawmakers from the United List (AS) have submitted a formal request asking Finance Minister Arvils Ašeradens (New Unity) to explain the costs…
