Ombudsman Jansons admits excessive alcohol use, explains absence from parliament with health issues
Latvian Ombudsman Juris Jansons did not appear in the Saeima on Thursday, the 22nd of May, to present his annual report because he…
Trump administration bars international students from Harvard University
On Thursday, the 22nd of May, the government of US President Donald Trump decided that Harvard University can no longer admit foreign students….
Tet fined 14 000 euros for withholding key contract information from customers
Latvia’s Public Utilities Commission (SPRK) has fined telecommunications company Tet 14 000 euros for failing to provide mandatory contract summaries to customers before…
Ombudsman Jansons nowhere to be seen – Saeima demands answers over his ongoing absence
The Latvian Parliament is seeking clarity regarding the situation at the Ombudsman’s Office, particularly the repeated and unexplained absences of Ombudsman Juris Jansons….
Denmark to raise retirement age to highest in Europe
Denmark will have the highest retirement age in Europe after the Danish Parliament passed a law raising the retirement age to 70 by…
Russia closes Moscow airports for third night in a row due to Ukrainian drone strikes
Russian authorities have been forced to close airports in Moscow due to a series of drone strikes carried out by Ukraine overnight, Russian…
Thunderstorms and +17°C – late May brings continued weather fluctuations
Friday will bring cloudy skies across Latvia, with some clearing expected in the west during the day. Rain is forecast for most of…
Nike to raise prices for sports shoes and clothing in the US
Nike is set to raise prices on its athletic footwear and apparel in the US from the 1st of June, a few weeks…
Latvian Parliament moves toward larger parties participating in Saeima elections
On Thursday, the Saeima approved amendments to the Saeima Election Law in the second reading. Among other changes, the amendments stipulate that from…
