BNN IN FOCUS | Moment of power impotence: political scientist on who really controls the country
The government talks about austerity, but civil servants’ bonuses are rising. In the public sector, wages once again surpassed those in the private…
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What will happen to the Russian army if the war in Ukraine stops? Expert warns about possible scenarios
If the war in Ukraine suddenly stopped, Russia would likely seek to deploy its large, battle-hardened army somewhere else, said Māris Andžāns, Director…
“Maskavas Nams” will be auctioned again at lower price
The “Maskavas nams” property located at Marijas Street 7 in Riga will again be offered for sale through an auction by the State…
Minister of Economics Valainis: Latvia’s economy is going through very challenging times
Latvia’s economy is currently experiencing very challenging times, said Minister of Economics Viktors Valainis (ZZS) during the Saeima debate on Prime Minister Evika…
“Rīgas tilti” to continue maintaining capital’s bridges – five-year contract for 45.9 million
The daily maintenance of the capital’s bridges will continue for the next five years, with “Rīgas tilti” winning the contract worth 45.9 million…
Measles cases in European region doubled in 2024, WHO reports
An analysis published on Thursday, the 13th of March, by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF shows that the number of measles…
Polish president calls on Trump to move nuclear weapons to Poland
Polish President Andrzej Duda, in an interview with the Financial Times on Thursday, the 13th of March, called on US President Donald Trump…
Health Minister Abu Meri: Not all patients should be sent to Riga – seeking solutions to hospital overload
Health Minister Hosam Abu Meri (JV) stated in an interview with the Latvian Television programme “Rīta panorāma” that improving the management of patient…
Rapid weather change: wet snow, frost, and strong wind gusts
On Thursday, the weather will be overcast, with precipitation expected overnight in some areas, mainly in the western and central regions. During the…
