In Latvia’s Saeima, a deputy majority backs an “alternative to the Istanbul Convention”
On Thursday, a majority of Saeima deputies supported a declaration prepared and signed by members of the National Alliance (NA), the Union of…
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Bauska protest: flowers, candles, and a demand for change in the police after dogs were shot
At a protest over the shooting of dogs in Bauska Municipality, which is taking place on Thursday outside the municipal police, flowers and…
Birth rate in Latvia continues to decline
In the first eight months of 2025, 7,837 newborns were registered in Latvia — 11.3% fewer, or about 1,000 fewer babies, than in…
Clarity finally reached in Avens citizenship case – investigation completed, case will not proceed
The Saeima Petitions Committee has rejected a request by the opposition National Alliance (NA) for Minister of the Interior Rihards Kozlovskis (JV) to…
International producer Froneri acquires Food Union’s ice cream business in Latvia
The international ice cream producer Froneri has signed an agreement to acquire the ice cream business of the dairy group Food Union in…
Prime Minister: The deportation issue is being used in Russian propaganda
Latvia has provided both opportunities and fair, achievable requirements for Russian citizens residing in our country to extend their residence permits, Prime Minister…
A grey autumn to dominate in Latvia this week – wet snowflakes possible over the weekend
On Wednesday, the sky will be cloudy, with the sun breaking through only in some areas, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and…
Latvia to reduce benefits for Ukrainian refugees
The government on Tuesday approved amendments to the Law on Support for the Civilian Population of Ukraine, which provide for the discontinuation of…
Fiscal Discipline Council: Funding for Latvia’s defence in the budget found mainly through rising public debt
The Fiscal Discipline Council (FDP) has concluded that additional funding for Latvia’s defence in next year’s state budget has been secured mainly by…
