DIO announces increase of industry fee for plastic packaging
Starting with the 1st of June 2024 it is planned to increase the industry fee for plastic packaging for beverage manufacturers, according to…
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Weather in Latvia to be fair and warm this weekend
Weather conditions in Latvia will be fair and calm this weekend. Meteorologists predict Friday and Saturday will be dry and sunny. On Sunday,…
Corruption remains a problem to be addressed in Latvia, says ex-president
We have yet to remove all the remains left from the old empire in Latvia, said ex-president of Latvia Vaira Vīķe-Freiberga in an…
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….
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…
Riga to run for title of European Green Capital 2026
At the end of April Riga municipality submitted an application to compete in the contest for Riga to become the European Green Capital…
Thursday will be sunny and dry in Latvia
On Thursday, the 2nd of May, weather will be sunny and dry with few clouds in the sky. Wind speed will be slow,…
April’s last day: rain, thunder and warmth
On the last day of April it will be partially cloudy. In some areas, mainly central and eastern regions, there will be short-term…
Minister of Health says it is vital to lower alcohol consumption in Latvia
It is vital to lower alcohol consumption in Latvia, said Minister of Health Hosams Abu Meri in an interview to TV3 programme 900…
