Trump to Putin and Zelenskyy: End this war; European leaders head to Kyiv
US President Donald Trump said on Friday, the 9th of May, that he wants Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy…
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Fitch affirms Latvia’s credit rating at ‘A-‘
International credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has affirmed Latvia’s credit rating at its current “A-” level, while maintaining a stable outlook, according to…
Chilly weekend ahead, but spring returns next week
Over the weekend, clouds will alternate with sunshine, and occasional showers are expected in some areas. On Saturday, wet snow and snow pellets…
BNN IN FOCUS | Does the government know how to govern – and who will be held accountable? Political analyst Filips Rajevskis weighs in
Over the next three years, Latvia’s public sector will need to review its expenditures by at least 450 million euros, Finance Minister Arvils…
New Pope Leo XIV vows to bring light to the world’s “dark nights”
Pope Leo XIV held his first Mass on Friday, the 9th of May, in the Sistine Chapel, where he was elected less than…
National debt rises, austerity urged – yet borrowing continues to increase
At the end of last year, Latvia’s general government debt stood at 46.8% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), according to the…
9 May in Latvia: banned symbols and public urination at former Soviet monument sites
By noon today, the State Police of Latvia had recorded several administrative violations related to the 9th of May, and two individuals had…
Narva Castle hangs a new anti-war flag on the 9th of May: “Putler. War criminal”
To mark the 9th of May, the Narva Museum displayed a large new poster with a composite portrait of Vladimir Putin and Adolf…
Bill Gates plans to give away most of his wealth by 2045
Microsoft founder Bill Gates announced on Thursday, the 8th of May, that he plans to give away 99% of his vast fortune through…
