Ādaži municipal council member denies involvement in bribery criminal case
Ādaži municipal council deputy Antra Krasta denies having any involvement in the criminal procedure launched by the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB)…
Latvian downgrades diplomatic representation level in Russia; to recall ambassador
Latvia has decided to downgrade diplomatic representation in Russia. Latvia’s ambassador to Russia Māris Riekstiņš is ordered to leave the country by the…
Saeima deputy received flack for pointing out possible inaccuracies in exhibits of Museum of the Occupation of Latvia
14th Saeima deputy Edmunds Jurēvics decided to turn to the prosecution office over Saeima deputy Glorija Grevcova’s derogatory statements given after visiting the…
Latvian businessman involved in criminal case promises to build New Latvia in a Fiji nature reserve
Scandalous Latvian businessman Ernests Riekts, who is one of the accused in the criminal case regarding a tragic fire in a hostel he…
SBSC requests additional pay for work performed on New Riga Theatre
Latvian State Real Estate (VNI) has presented an announcement in regards to the situation with ongoing reconstruction of New Riga Theatre (JRT) –…
Protest aggravates the relations between Sweden and Turkey
Anti-Turkey protests in Stockholm, including the burning of the Koran, have heightened tensions at a time when Sweden needs Ankara’s support, Politico writes….
No major precipitation in Latvia in coming days; air temperature fluctuations expected next week
Latvian State Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre reports that the week has started without significant precipitation. Meteorologists predict moments of clear sky. In…
Municipalities in Latvia directly promote construction within areas at risk of flooding, programme reports
While some municipalities fight against floods, others not only permit construction within areas at risk of flooding but also fight for the right…
Germany plans to allow delivery of Leopard tanks to Ukraine
The German foreign minister has announced that Germany will not stand in the way of Poland if it chooses to send Leopard tanks…
