Surge in new opioids and synthetic drugs threatens Europe, EU drugs agency warns
In a report published on Thursday, the 5th July, the EU Drugs Agency (EUDA) warns of new threats to Europe’s “constantly evolving” drugs…
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Construction of shelters to become mandatory for many buildings in Latvia after two years
On Thursday, the Saeima adopted in the final reading amendments to the Civil Protection and Disaster Management Law, introducing a mandatory requirement to…
Putin tells Trump that Russia must respond to Ukrainian “terrorist” attacks
On Wednesday, the 4th of June, Russian President Vladimir Putin told US President Donald Trump that he would have to respond to Ukrainian…
EU gives green light for Bulgaria to adopt the euro in 2026
On Wednesday, the 4th of June, the European Commission (EC) and the European Central Bank (ECB) gave Bulgaria the green light to adopt…
World War II bombs found in Cologne – 20 000 residents evacuated to neutralise them
After three unexploded World War II bombs were found in the Deutz neighbourhood of Cologne on Monday, around 20 500 people were evacuated…
Uncertainty and errors in the election olatform – CEC seeks justifications, MPs still doubt readiness
The disruptions observed during Monday’s early voting are also linked to insufficient training, said Kristīne Saulīte, Chairwoman of the Central Election Commission (CEC),…
Latvia elected to the UN Security Council – A historic step in global politics
Latvia has been elected to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the term 2026–2027, receiving 178 votes. To become a non-permanent member…
OECD forecasts weakest economic growth for Latvia among Baltic States this year
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in a report published on Tuesday forecasts that Latvia will experience the weakest economic growth…
Following pressure from regulatory authorities, TikTok blocks “unhealthy” hashtag SkinnyTok
On Monday, the 2nd of June, social media platform TikTok announced that, following a thorough review by lawmakers in Brussels and Paris, it…
