Investors: there are serious concerns that Latvia lacks a long-term vision
The Latvian government is committed to changing public administration to reduce the administrative burden and costs. This should, in theory, divert additional resources…
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Cloudy weather and low air temperatures expected in Latvia
As atmospheric pressure increases, the week will start off with mostly dry and sunny. However, weather will also be cool and, at times,…
Putin orders conscription of 133 000 soldiers for Russia’s autumn draft
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the conscription of 133 000 new soldiers for Russia’s autumn draft, which will start on the 1st…
Britain becomes first G7 country to end coal power as it closes its last plant
Britain will become the first G7 country to end coal-fired power generation on Monday, the 30th of September, when the last plant, Uniper’s…
Austria’s far-right party wins elections, but challenges ahead for government formation
Austria’s far-right, Eurosceptic and Russia-friendly Freedom Party (FPÖ) won its first parliamentary election victory on Sunday, the 29th of September, with 29% of…
Lithuanian and Estonian seniors one step ahead of their Latvian neighbours welfare-wise
Although the average pension in Latvia is EUR 576, every fourth senior has to live on a monthly pension of only EUR 400…
BNN ANALYSES | High-pitched beeps can be pesky, but Lithuania is set to improve its emergency alert system
Linas Jegelevičius Sharp alarming beeps on your cell phone while in Lithuania will likely make you uneasy – what is going on? No…
The Insider: documents indicate Navalny was poisoned
The Insider reports having accessed hundreds of official documents related to the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in prison. According to…
BNN ASKS | Ministry of Defence – an obstacle to drone development? A scandal that threatens Latvia’s security?
Opinion article/Ilona Bērziņa No one has any doubts that drones play a major role in war now and will in the future. This…
