Ēriks Diļevs appointed as acting board chairman of European Railway Lines
The head of the Latvian branch of RB Rail Ēriks Diļevs has been appointed as the acting head of European Railway Lines (EDzL),…
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Italy bans puppy yoga over animal welfare concerns
The Italian Ministry of Health has banned puppy yoga classes, saying only adult dogs should take part, to protect the health of the…
Assessment: Russian-Ukrainian war has significantly impacted EU’s eastern regions
Russia’s full-scale aggression against Ukraine has significantly impacted the eastern regions of the European Union, as concluded in the assessment of the influence…
Cameron: Ukraine can strike inside Russia with British weapons
Visiting Kyiv, UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron pledged annual military aid of three billion pounds (3.5 billion euros) to Ukraine “for as long…
Police in Liepaja catch drunk driver; high alcohol intoxication and escape attempt
A motorist was caught by the police in Liepaja for drunk driving, as reported by State Police. In the evening on the 1st…
17 tap water fountains available in Riga
With weather becoming warmer, tap water fountains, which were previously closed for the winter season, in Riga have been reopened for residents’ comfort….
Latvia estimates cost of renovation of bomb shelters – approximately EUR 100 million
In order to renovate or create shelters in Latvia, the country needs funding of at least EUR 98 679 900, according to the…
Expert’s predictions about food prices in Latvia. What can residents expect in the future?
Food prices in Latvia should stabilise on the current level unless some unexpected shocks occur, admits the Head of the Agricultural Market Promotion…
Compulsory education for Ukrainian children may cost Latvia EUR 2 million this year
In order to provide education to all children of Ukrainian refugees in Latvia, financing between September and December 2024 will need to reach…
