Frost, wet snow, and a northern wind: a chilly spring weekend ahead
On Friday, skies will be partly cloudy with occasional sunshine, and light rain is expected in some areas. A light to moderate northerly…
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Latvia’s Foreign Minister: “The Kremlin’s butcher” will try to put on a show on the 9th of May
“The Kremlin’s butcher” will try to stage a show on the 9th of May, predicted Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže (New Unity) during…
Chief Justice-initiated review to delay selection process of Latvia’s next Prosecutor General
A review initiated by Supreme Court Chief Justice Aigars Strupiņš regarding potential misconduct by current Prosecutor General Juris Stukāns will delay the selection…
After long delays, cell broadcast alert technology could soon launch in Latvia
Cell broadcast emergency alert technology could start operating in Latvia as early as September, according to the head of the State Fire and…
This week in Latvia – from warmth to frost
On Tuesday and Wednesday, cloud cover will increase, though there will still be plenty of sunny intervals, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology…
Sunshine, heat records, and a hint of thunder – Easter holidays to bring a taste of summer
Although Maundy Thursday will begin mostly cloudy, the clouds will clear during the day, and the sun will shine. Overall, the day will…
Pay gap in Latvia narrows but still unfair
In 2024, the average gross hourly wage for women in Latvia was 13.9% lower than for men, according to preliminary data from the…
Latvian President purchased 200 000 euros in savings bonds last year
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs purchased savings bonds worth 200 000 euros last year, according to his official asset declaration for 2024. Over the…
“Financial Pockets” and fake students: State Audit Office raises alarm about use of public funds
The State Audit Office has completed the 2024 financial audits of ministries and central government institutions. While all opinions on the accuracy of…
