Year-end with a wintry character: snow, wind, and frost
December 29, 2025
Latvia’s President proclaims next year’s budget with focus on security and families
President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs has proclaimed the state budget for next year along with 46 accompanying laws, according to a notice published…
Russian dictator calls European leaders “small pigs”
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has called European leaders “small pigs” who want to profit from Russia’s collapse, writes Politico. In a speech given…
Grey and overcast weather expected in Latvia toward the end of the week
In the middle and toward the end of the week, light precipitation is expected in some areas only on Thursday, while slightly heavier…
Britain to return to EU Erasmus exchange program
From January 2027, after a six-year hiatus, British students will be able to use the European Union’s Erasmus+ exchange program, which was suspended…
Latvia’s President doubts Russia’s readiness for peace in Ukraine
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs has expressed doubts about Russia’s readiness to pursue peace in Ukraine. Speaking at a joint press conference on Wednesday…
Austria won’t stifle discontent during Israel’s Eurovision performance
The Austrian broadcaster ORF, which will host next year’s Eurovision Song Contest, said it would not ban viewers from using the Palestinian flag,…
“Latvia continues to live on borrowed money” — MPs demand explanation of 2026 budget advertising costs
Opposition lawmakers from the United List (AS) have submitted a formal request asking Finance Minister Arvils Ašeradens (New Unity) to explain the costs…
EU unveils plan to tackle housing affordability crisis
The European Commission has unveiled its first Affordable Housing Plan, setting out guidelines to tackle the bloc’s housing crisis, Politico reports. The wide-ranging…
Protests in Slovakia as government threatens rule of law
Slovakia, like Bulgaria and Romania, has been marked by protests against government interference in the justice system and the erosion of the rule…
