European Parliament announces plans to elect a new president
On Tuesday, 18 January, the European Parliament (EP) plans to elect a new president for the next two and a half years, as…
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Lithuanians, who breached mandatory self-isolation, paid up to 5 000 in fines
In western Lithuania, people, who have violated the mandatory requirement of temporary self-isolation, when infected with Covid-19, have received fines up to 5…
Storm in Jurmala kills one, fells trees and damages buildings
The strong wind that was present in Latvia on Monday, 17 January, reached the strength of a storm in many parts of the…
Estonian government officials in no mood to attend Beijing Olympics
The events of the Beijing Winter Olympics will not be attended neither by members of the Estonian government, nor by Estonian President Alar…
Infectologist: booster shots reduce the risk of covid infection by more than half
Immediate booster shots with Covid-19 vaccines reduce the risk of covid infection by more than a half, said P.Stradins Clinical University Hospital’s infectologist,…
Cyber attack on Ukraine followed by diplomatic and practical support from EU
Ukraine has suffered a large cyberattack, which has prompted EU ministers to voice their support to Kyiv, announce the readiness to activate its…
Government in Latvia suggested to provide benefits to seniors and families with children
To support Latvian residents in a situation when the rapid climb of energy prices has a serious effect on every household, political party…
Corruption watchdog: For a Humane Latvia has illegally used state budget funding
Political party For a Humane Latvia (previously known as KPV LV) has illegally used Latvia’s state budget financing and will therefore not receive…
Eruption of Oceania volcano claims lives over 10,000 km away
In the Polynesian island country of Tonga, a large eruption of a volcano has taken place. The cloud of smoke released by it…
