Iran’s parliament approves strategic pact with Russia
The Iranian parliament on Wednesday, the 21st of May, approved a strategic partnership between Moscow and Tehran for the next 20 years, state…
Elections, war in Gaza and polarisation in Germany contribute to rise in political crimes
Tense elections in both Germany and the European Parliament, the war in Gaza and increasing political polarisation and radicalisation during the past election…
Talks underway with several companies on large-calibre ammunition production in Latvia
Discussions are currently taking place at various levels with multiple manufacturers regarding the potential production of large-calibre ammunition in Latvia, in order to…
New methodology, old concerns – will rising costs slow down green energy?
Electricity transmission system operator “Augstsprieguma tīkls” (AST) and the Public Utilities Commission (SPRK) have introduced a solution for network balancing costs that aims…
Trump unveils plans for Gold Dome defence system
The US has chosen the design of the futuristic Golden Dome missile defence system, US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, the 20th…
BNN ADVICE | What to do with children on a rainy summer day – 5 creative indoor ideas
Summer is traditionally associated with sunshine, picnics, and outdoor play. However, even during this season, the weather can be unpredictable—rainy days are an…
Dismissal of Rēzekne City Council ruled constitutional
The Constitutional Court of Latvia has ruled that the dismissal of the Rēzekne City Council by the Saeima last year was in line…
EU to lift all economic sanctions on Syria
The European Union (EU) has decided to lift economic sanctions on Syria, the bloc’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, announced on Tuesday evening,…
Frost at night, sunshine by day – a brief spring calm on Wednesday before rain returns
On Wednesday, skies will be partly cloudy, with occasional sunshine, and the weather will remain dry—no significant precipitation is expected, according to the…
