More technical problems found in Czech-supplied electric trains in Latvia
Various technical problems were found in five new electric trains, as reported by representatives of Pasažieru vilciens (PV). The company reports that PV…
Air temperature to fall to -23° C in Latvia this week
Over the course of the week a cold mass of air will be present above Latvia. This will cause air temperature to fall…
The next King of Denmark: Crown Prince Frederik
On New Year’s Eve, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark unexpectedly announced that she has decided to abdicate the throne and will step down…
All Latvian family doctors sign contracts with National Health Service for 2024
All family doctors in Latvia have signed a contract to continue providing healthcare services in 2024, as LETA confirmed from the National Health…
Women in Latvia invited to sign up for state-paid screening. Cervical Cancer Awareness Month starts
January around the globe is known as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. This month doctors and other medical specialists in Latvia underline the importance…
VIDEO | Rescuers mobilised to reach Japan earthquake affected
At least 48 people were killed after a powerful earthquake struck Japan on New Year’s Day, making it the worst earthquake to hit…
Latvian minister to request explanations from Škoda Vagonka about defects found in new trains
Latvian Minister of Transport Kaspars Briškens and the board of Pasažieru vilciens (PV) will meet with the management of Czech Škoda Vagonka on…
Kosovars celebrate visa-free travel to the EU
Following the European Union’s (EU) visa-free regime with Kosovo, hundreds of Kosovars rushed to Pristina airport on Monday, the 1st of January, to…
Latvian residents expect 2024 to be financially better than 2023
38% of Latvian residents believe the year 2024 will be financially better than 2023, according to results of a survey by Luminor Bank….
