UK to cede Chagos Islands to Mauritius, retaining island with military base
Britain announced on Thursday, the 3rd of October, that it would transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius in a deal that…
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KNAB investigates Navalny team’s claims about possible bribery of Latvian law enforcers
Latvian Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) has commenced an investigation into the claims voiced by the team formed by Russian opposition member…
Poland promises changes to alcohol laws after fiasco with alcoholic drinks packaging resembling children’s purees
The Polish government announced on Wednesday, the 2nd of October, that it will amend the country’s rules on the advertising and sale of…
Purgaile: no “bubble” is possible in lending in the coming years
It is not possible to create a “bubble” in lending in Latvia in the coming years, said Vice-Governor of the Bank of Latvia…
Sauka: the planned tax changes are not fully thought out
The planned tax changes in Latvia are not fully thought out, said Chairman of National Competitiveness Commission, Professor of Stockholm School of Economics…
Ukraine reveals how many Ukrainian POWs in Russian captivity have died
Moscow and Kyiv regularly exchange prisoners, returning some 3 600 Ukrainian POWs and citizens, but at least 177 Ukrainian prisoners have died in…
Latvia gradually commences heating season
As the weather in the country remains chilly, Latvian municipalities are commencing the provision of heating services to households in the country. Starting…
BNN ANALYSES | Will Lithuania’s new Seimas outlaw TikTok and Telegram and limit minors’ use of Instagram?
Linas Jegelevičus After the United States and the European Commission have prohibited its officials from using TikTok on official devices due to data…
Latvia’s Ušakovs’ new post in EP related to important international relations
MEP from Latvia Nils Ušakovs was elected to the European Parliament (EP) on Thursday as chairman of the Delegation to the European Union…
