Latvia’s intelligence service assesses Russian security risks to the Baltic states
Russia may carry out hybrid attacks in the short term, but the likelihood of a large-scale conventional Russian military attack against the Baltic…
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Tropical night and high UV levels as forecasters warn of intense heat in Latvia
Monday night will be partly cloudy, with isolated light showers possible in western Latvia, while the day will remain mostly sunny and dry,…
Culture Ministry clarifies what Puntulis’ order on the Russian language actually means
Culture Minister Nauris Puntulis’ (National Alliance) order to remove the use of the Russian language from the public space of institutions under the…
Latvia among top applicants for Russia’s ‘Shared Values’ visa programme
Russia’s programme offering temporary residence permits to foreigners based on adherence to the country’s so-called “traditional spiritual and moral values” (the Shared Values…
Historic decision in Finland: New rules on nuclear weapons to take effect
Finnish President Alexander Stubb on Friday signed amendments to the country’s Nuclear Energy Act, abolishing the ban on the import and deployment of…
Prosecutor General: Freedom of speech has turned into absolute lawlessness
Freedom of speech has turned into absolute lawlessness, resulting in the spread of disinformation and hate speech, which is why a swift and…
Hospitals overwhelmed and public events cancelled as extreme heat grips Europe
Other countries affected by the scorching temperatures have also reported numerous heat-related deaths, including several children who died after being left in overheated…
Heat wave to reach Latvia this weekend
A wave of much warmer air will move into Latvia over the weekend and on Monday, bringing a significant rise in temperatures, according…
BNN IN FOCUS | Political analyst explains what Riga City Council’s falling approval ratings really mean
Approval ratings for members of Riga City Council’s leadership have declined, according to the latest survey conducted by research company SKDS. The sharpest…
