Latvia plans to buy trains while Rail Baltica still lacks tracks and secure funding
Latvia is considering purchasing three passenger trains to operate on the European standard-gauge railway Rail Baltica, Transport Minister Atis Švinka (P) revealed on…
“Migration as a weapon” – Russia and Belarus testing Latvia’s border resilience
In recent years, it has become increasingly evident along the European Union’s (EU) external border that Russia and Belarus are redirecting and adjusting…
Merz: Zelensky-Putin meeting will not happen
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced that a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will not take place,…
Kleinbergs shocked: Riga City Council faces problems with decision-making
Several departments within Riga City Council are struggling with decision-making, Riga Mayor Viesturs Kleinbergs (Progressives) said in an interview with Latvian Television. “What…
Hot weather and thunderstorms expected over the weekend – how long will the warmth last?
On Friday, sunshine will alternate with clouds, with occasional short rain showers expected in some areas. A light to moderate east wind will…
Russia fires rockets at Kyiv; angers European leaders
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has condemned the Ukrainian attack on Kyiv, which has once again destroyed buildings and claimed lives,…
Prime Minister promises – Rail Baltica will continue in Latvia, funding secured
Funding for the continuation of the Rail Baltica railway project in Latvia is guaranteed for several more years, Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New…
Made-up traditions and housing shortages; Naples is also threatened by mass tourism
The relentless flow of foreign tourists, which should boost the economy, is choking the population of Naples, reducing the number of available housing,…
Latvia plans to grant municipalities the right to block wind farm projects
Municipalities may be given the right to reject wind power projects if the capacity of projects already implemented in their territory reaches 150…
