Polish Defense Minister: Russia provokes NATO again
A Russian military drone crashed and exploded in eastern Poland on the 20th of August, once again causing concern on NATO’s eastern flank;…
First autumn frosts and rain over the weekend – weather forecast for Latvia
On Thursday and Friday, sunshine will alternate with clouds, bringing rain in some areas, while on Friday rain is expected across a wider…
Opinion | A quote that won’t wash off: Lembergs’ words about NATO that became a stain of shame
Opinion article. In Latvian politics, there are people whose words still echo louder than their deeds. One of them is the former Mayor…
Israel calls up 60,000 reservists ahead of planned attack
The Israeli army has announced that it will call up up to 60,000 reservists ahead of a planned attack on Gaza City, with…
Covid-19 cases on the rise again – SPKC warns of further increase in coming weeks
The Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC) has recently observed a moderate increase in the spread of Covid-19 in Latvia, similar to…
Russia announces “special ways” for exporting oil to India
Russian embassy in India said Moscow would continue to supply oil to India, and Vladimir Putin would meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra…
Sweden moves historic wooden church, plans mine expansion; locals divided
The relocation of the Kiruna church in Sweden has begun, just one stage in a massive project that will move thousands of people…
Latvian doctors demand pay rise – trade union begins talks with the ministry
The Latvian Health and Social Care Workers’ Trade Union (LVSADA) plans to begin talks with the Ministry of Health (MoH) tomorrow, the 21st…
Opinion: Ventas Osta – a feeding trough that gave nothing to Latvia
Opinion article. The government has decided to liquidate JSC Ventas Osta. At first glance, this may seem like a technical step – the…
