Latvia’s chief infectologist Dumpis: Five years after the pandemic and we’re still stuck
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, little has been done to prepare the medical system for future crises, and strategic mistakes are being made, including…
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Dispute in the Saeima: should pupils in Latvian schools respect to the Ukrainian anthem?
During a Saeima session on Thursday, a heated debate arose regarding an incident at Riga 71st Secondary School, where a history teacher required…
Agriculture Ministry’s EV charging scandal: instead of a fine, a warm seat in the State Chancellery
The organizer of the Agriculture Ministry’s (ZM) 3.1 million euros electric vehicle charging station procurement has avoided disciplinary responsibility after leaving his job…
Latvia moves towards withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention – what will change?
Anti-personnel mines are an important capability enhancer, but they are neither a miracle weapon nor would their presence in our stockpiles signal the…
Ex-PM Kariņš: Not to criticise former colleagues, but the government must be more transparent about threats
There are shortcomings in the government’s communication regarding the current geopolitical situation—there needs to be more discussion about what we can do to…
From frost to warmth: weekend temperatures expected to reach +15°C
On Tuesday, the skies will be cloudy in the east but will clear up in the west, allowing the sun to shine, according…
Birth rate decline in Latvia – newborn count below 1 000 for fourth consecutive month
In January 2025, a total of 881 newborns were registered in Latvia, marking a 16.1% decrease (169 fewer newborns) compared to the same…
Due to migrant influx, government to be asked to partially close “Pāternieki” border crossing
Due to the increasing influx of migrants, the State Border Guard will ask the government to decide on the partial closure of the…
Spring or winter? Snow and frost return to Latvia with temperatures dropping to -10°C
On Friday night, a large precipitation zone will continue to move across Latvia, bringing prolonged rain and snow to the eastern parts of…
