Weather forecast: From thunderstorms to sunny autumn days
On Tuesday, skies will be partly cloudy with occasional showers in the eastern part of the country. A light to moderate west, northwesterly…
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Study reveals: Who is really Latvia’s most popular next Prime Minister?
Although a large share of Latvian residents remain undecided on whom they would trust to lead the next government, the current frontrunner overall…
EU cybersecurity experts: Ransomware used at airports
The European Union’s cybersecurity agency has said that criminals are using ransomware to wreak havoc at airports and are expecting payment to restore…
Debate over four-day workweek: Employers skeptical about plan’s implementation in Lithuania
Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė has reiterated her belief that a four-day workweek is part of the future of work, but experts say…
Three prisons in Latvia planned for closure following the opening of the new Liepāja facility
After the opening and launch of operations at the new Liepāja prison, three prisons are expected to be closed — not only the…
Poll: Americans see UN as ineffective, yet necessary
A new Gallup poll shows that a large majority of Americans believe the United Nations (UN) is important, but are critical of its…
US support for Latvia – 700 million dollars for defense, but the future remains uncertain
In recent years, the total amount of US financial support available to Latvia for defense projects through various funding programs has reached approximately…
BNN IN FOCUS | The week of ultimatums: Coalition concedes, but New Unity faces an ideological collapse
Last week could in some sense be called the “week of ultimatums.” The Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) forcefully demanded the preservation…
Hospital work and financing in Latvia – different views from LVSADA and the State Audit Office
After reviewing the State Audit Office’s report on the planning of inpatient healthcare, the Latvian Health and Social Care Workers’ Trade Union (LVSADA)…
