Overcrowded airports and flight delays: what travellers need to know in such situations
This year’s summer has turned out the first «normal» one since the travel restrictions imposed during Covid-19 pandemic. Since tourism is once again…
Author: Ogres
Ukraine grain deal may pave way for ceasefire
The deal between Moscow and Kyiv to unblock Ukrainian grain exports may offer a way forward to a possible ceasefire, said former German…
Latvia has no plans to preserve any parts of Soviet monument in Pārdaugava
There are no plans to preserve any part of the monument in Pārdaugava dedicated to the Soviet Army once the monument has been…
Latvian authorities detain ex-Riga City Council member for acting in Russia’s interests
Latvian State Security Service (VDD) detained ex-Riga City Council member Ruslans Pankratovs. On Monday, 1 August, the court issued an arrest warrant. He…
Tallinn main roads to have 14 month renovation from autumn
Construction work will start on Jõe and Pronksi streets in Tallinn this autumn and are planned to last for approximately 14 months. Street…
Health Inspectorate: reducing hot water temperature may cause health problems
Reduction of hot water in the tap may create risks for human health, said Latvian Health Inspectorate, commenting on a recent suggestion to…
Latvian Saeima’s Foreign Affairs Committee declares Russia a state sponsoring terrorism
In an official announcement made this Tuesday Latvian Saeima’s Foreign Affairs Committee declared Russia’s violence against Ukraine’s and other countries’ civilians terrorism and…
Turkey says ship carrying first Ukrainian grain on track for arrival in Istanbul
The first Ukrainian grain ship, since Russia’s invasion that blocked the export, is fearing it could still run into problems, Reuter reports. The…
Latvians trying to dodge mandatory military service may receive three-year prison sentence
Recruits entering State Defence Service (VAD) will be evaluated by general practitioners. Troops will have access to «additional bonuses». However, attempts to dodge…
