Prosecutor General: Freedom of speech has turned into absolute lawlessness
Freedom of speech has turned into absolute lawlessness, resulting in the spread of disinformation and hate speech, which is why a swift and…
Hospitals overwhelmed and public events cancelled as extreme heat grips Europe
Other countries affected by the scorching temperatures have also reported numerous heat-related deaths, including several children who died after being left in overheated…
Heat wave to reach Latvia this weekend
A wave of much warmer air will move into Latvia over the weekend and on Monday, bringing a significant rise in temperatures, according…
BNN IN FOCUS | Political analyst explains what Riga City Council’s falling approval ratings really mean
Approval ratings for members of Riga City Council’s leadership have declined, according to the latest survey conducted by research company SKDS. The sharpest…
Orange warning issued across Latvia as extreme heat expected
The Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre has issued an orange weather warning for extreme heat across Latvia over the coming days. On…
European Commission proposes ending refugee status for Ukrainian men of military age
The European Commission (EC) on Friday proposed ending temporary protection for newly arriving Ukrainian citizens of military age while extending the right of…
Cyberattack on Latvia’s state forests company highlights national cybersecurity risks, minister warns
The recent cyberattack on Latvijas valsts meži (LVM), in which a hacker managed to breach the company’s IT systems and gain control over…
Zelensky orders 40-day operation aimed at pressuring Russia to end the war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Thursday evening that he has instructed the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) to launch a 40-day influence…
Forecasters predict tropical nights and temperatures of up to thirty-five degrees in Latvia
Some eastern parts of Latvia may see light rain on Friday, while light northerly winds will prevail across most of the country, according…
