Possible isolated E. coli outbreaks in Latvia linked to certain products, say authorities
Preliminary microbiological testing results suggest that some E. coli outbreaks in Latvia may be linked to specific food products, possibly even a combined…
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Today Latvia to enjoy warm and sunny spring day – up to +20°C
On Thursday, the weather in Latvia will remain dry, with only partial cloud cover. According to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre,…
Latvian President wants to give more power to the people – but will parliament allow it?
The proposed changes to the national referendum process would make politicians more accountable for their decisions, says Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs, the initiator…
After +17°C snow expected: this week’s weather forecast
On Tuesday morning, the skies will be quite cloudy, but as the day progresses, the clouds will disperse, and the sun will shine…
Contagious disease approaching – vehicles will need to be disinfected at the Latvian border
As foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) approaches the Polish-Lithuanian border, vehicle disinfection systems are planned to be introduced at the Latvian-Lithuanian border, said Minister of…
E. coli outbreak in Latvia becomes more severe – significant increase in child infections
So far, 36 people have been infected with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli, Health Minister Hosam Abu Meri (New Unity) stated in an interview…
Warm start to the week, followed by wind, cold, and snow over the weekend
On Monday, the western part of the country will see mostly cloudy skies, with some light rain in the morning, while the east…
Latvian police granted authority to land or neutralize drones in case of potential threat
On Thursday, members of the Latvian Parliament (Saeima) approved final amendments to the law, granting police the right to land or neutralize drones…
Food prices continue to rise – President of the Bank of Latvia urges government to act more proactively
In light of rising food prices in Latvia, the government needs to pay significantly more attention to strengthening market competition, said the President…
