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Politics - LSM
Alleged Russian intelligence officer Aleksey Stovbun, who was identified as being active in Latvia as part of an investigation by the State Security Service (VDD), has also been involved in contacts with right-wing politicians in Italy and pro-Kremlin lobbying, LTV's "De facto" investigative program reported December 15, citing Ukrainian sources.
Crime - LSM
Five years ago, the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) opened the case of the Riga Tourism Development Bureau (RTAB) or "Live Riga", where two former board members and former Riga City Councillors, as well as six employees who the prosecutor believes are fictitious, are currently accused of causing losses of EUR 280,000.
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Latvia and Russia / Topic - LSM
Dec 20, 2024 · 99 drunk drivers caught in Latvia over Christmas week Table to hospital: More people than usual choked on food this Christmas 03:31 LTV: Vape sellers scheming future ban breaches 03:06 Salaspils sinkhole an unlikely tourist attraction 02:25 De Facto: Many Saeima deputies still like working from home 08:34 Cost of 'spending a penny' rises to 60 ...
Latvia and Ukraine / Topic - LSM
Dec 28, 2024 · Lsm.lv news portal section «Latvia and Ukraine». Most recent content and news on the theme «Latvia and Ukraine».
Economy - LSM
The Latvian Central Bank (Bank of Latvia) published its latest macroeconomic forecasts December 13. In 2024, Latvia is expecting weak gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 0.1% and low inflation of 1.3%.
Society - LSM.LV
There is a high demand for cremation services in Latvia. Many Latvians even travel to Estonia or Lithuania to have a loved one cremated. People living in Latgale often use crematoria in Rīga and Valmiera. Construction has now started on the first crematorium in Latgale, which could open next spring, Latgale Regional Television reports December 11.
Storm aftermath in Latvia: one dead, several injured, harvest …
Aug 8, 2023 · Minister of Agriculture Didzis Šmits (United List) has asked specialists and responsible authorities of the Ministry to swiftly identify the situation and the extent of damage in agriculture, both in Zemgale and elsewhere in Latvia. It could then be decided to turn to the Cabinet following support for the affected holdings.
Border guard chief: pressure on Latvia-Belarus border remains …
Oct 4, 2023 · 146 migrants were deterred from crossing the border illegally on Monday and 220 on Sunday. The State Border Guard starts on average 8-10 criminal proceedings per week for organizing illegal migration – both for transporting people across the border of Latvia and for transporting them to other European countries.