75 years since the Schuman Declaration – on Europe day, Latvia reaffirms its commitment to unity
Europe is our space of security, said Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (JV), greeting citizens on Europe Day. She reminded that today marks 75…
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President Rinkēvičs: We can no longer say “we can’t do this” – Latvia must address its demographic crisis
To improve Latvia’s demographic situation, the key solutions are to revise social benefits, improve healthcare, and enhance access to housing, President Edgars Rinkēvičs…
Rain and even snow in May – what kind of weather can we expect in the coming days?
On Wednesday and during the night into Thursday, rain is expected in central and eastern regions. On Thursday during the day, rain will…
Several countries, including Latvia, call for budget flexibility to strengthen defence
Latvia and 11 other European Union (EU) member states have jointly called for the activation of the national escape clause to allow for…
Police suspect traveling criminal gang behind luxury watch store robbery in Old Riga
A robbery at a luxury watch store in Old Riga may have been carried out by a mobile, organized criminal group known for…
Western winds, +20°C and thunderstorms: unsettled weather this week
This week’s weather will be influenced by the activity of several cyclones, resulting in mostly cloudy skies as multiple precipitation zones move across…
Federation leader: Latvia’s defence industry lacks human resources
Currently, the biggest challenge for Latvia’s defence industry is the shortage of human resources, said Elīna Egle-Ločmele, Chairwoman of the Board of the…
Frost, wind, and +20°C warmth – a week of changing weather in Latvia
At the beginning of this week, as a warmer air mass gradually moves into Latvia, daytime temperatures will again rise to +10…+15°C in…
Several espionage cases in Latvia: State Security Service provides latest updates
The State Security Service (VDD) has so far publicly reported on 32 individuals detained since 2016 on suspicion of espionage or other activities…
