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Several hashish cargoes seized in Latvia in two weeks
Several hashish cargoes seized in Latvia in two weeks
The State Revenue Service (VID) has successfully stopped several shipments of hashish in less than a month. In total, more than 700 kilograms of hashish with a market value of several million euros were seized. Three Latvian citizens, who may have been the organizers, were arrested, Latvian Television reported on October 15.
There will be heating for all, Latvian municipalities promise
There will be heating for all, Latvian municipalities promise
In several municipalities, heating companies have announced that they are ready to start the heating season. Latvian Television asked the companies on September 30 about debts and whether heating will be connected to all. The companies replied that the amounts of municipalities' debts vary, but the overall trend is good.
Over €1 million lost to scammers by Latvians every month
Over €1 million lost to scammers by Latvians every month
In the last seven months, €10 million have been defrauded from the Latvian population. The first cases are emerging where victims testify that the fraudster spoke in the voice of a relative or acquaintance, Latvian Television reported on August 20. 
Some Latvian Olympians return home
Some Latvian Olympians return home
On Tuesday, August 6, a number of Latvian athletes who have already finished competing at the Olympic Games returned from Paris, Latvian Television reports.
Please don't swim in street water, authorities ask
Please don't swim in street water, authorities ask
The water level in the city of Jelgava is dropping slowly. Some people are going out to swim in the flooded streets. Experts urge people not to do so, as pollution is high, Latvian Television reports July 30.
Court says transition to education in Latvian only is ok
Court says transition to education in Latvian only is ok
The norm which stipulates that education in private educational institutions in Latvia may be obtained only in the state language is compatible with the Constitution, concludes the Constitutional Court (ST), which handed down its judgement on July 10.
Latvian football player dies in stabbing attack in Netherlands
Latvian football player dies in stabbing attack in Netherlands
Žanuels Skopenko, former striker of Valmiera football club and Latvian U-19 national indoor football team, has died at the age of 24, the Latvian Football Federation (LFF) reports. Latvian Television reported on June 6 that Skopenko was stabbed in the Netherlands and later died in hospital.
Over 200 cyclists involved in accidents this spring
Over 200 cyclists involved in accidents this spring
This year until May 30, there have been 201 road accidents involving cyclists. Four people have lost their lives. The State Police point out that those involved often include people without any driving licence, the type of driving was characterised as dangerous, and the presence of alcohol also tends to be a factor in accidents.
Mayor caught up in indecency scandal could face dismissal
Mayor caught up in indecency scandal could face dismissal
Several deputies were ready to vote on the suspension of the Jelgava Regional Council chairman on Wednesday, March 27, and submitted a motion to the Council to add the issue of the suspension of Mayor Madars Lasmanis to the agenda of Wednesday's meeting. Other Members disagreed and rejected the proposal. 
143 Latvian businesses continue cooperation with Russia
143 Latvian businesses continue cooperation with Russia
More than 140 Latvian companies continue cooperation with the Russian Federation, offering their products for trade in the Russian market. Compared to 2022, exports decreased by only 2%. Who are these companies and are they going to cut ties with Russia? Latvian Television attempted to find out.
Old elevators still a pressing issue across Rīga
Old elevators still a pressing issue across Rīga
Keeping elevators in technical order has been a challenge since Russia invaded Ukraine. Almost all the old elevators in the houses built during the Soviet Union are made in Belarus. “Riga House Manager” says the long-term answer would be a replacement, but most apartment building residents can't afford it, Latvian Television reported on March 25.
Jelgava municipality mayor caught up in public indecency scandal
Jelgava municipality mayor caught up in public indecency scandal
Questions about ethics have been raised by a recording posted on social media from a meeting of the Budget Commission of the Jelgava Regional Council, which was joined remotely by the chairman of the council, Madars Lasmanis. The video shows Lasmanis in a car rather obviously touching a woman in the backseat. Lasmanis denies all allegations of public indecency, Latvian Television reported on March 21.
Latvia hopes to start producing munitions by end of year
Latvia hopes to start producing munitions by end of year
Latvia is the only Baltic country to have received funding from the European Commission (EC) Munitions Support Fund. Contracts are not yet signed. However, the Defense Minister expects a munitions plant to be operational by the end of this year, Latvian Television reported Monday March 18.
Increasing number of pro-Russian vandalism cases in Rīga
Increasing number of pro-Russian vandalism cases in Rīga
The Security, Order and Corruption Prevention Committee of Riga City Council has received an unusually high number of reports of acts of vandalism in recent weeks - both vandalism of pro-Ukraine posters and pro-Russian aggression graffiti on the walls of buildings, Latvian Television reported on March 14.
Tax service to look at New Unity's finances
Tax service to look at New Unity's finances
The possible payment of off-the-books wages to the employees of the New Unity party is being examined by the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB). Financial evaluation of the party shall also be performed by the State Revenue Service (VID), Latvian Television reported on March 12.
Who is responsible for unsafe playgrounds in Rīga?
Who is responsible for unsafe playgrounds in Rīga?
On Sunday, a young man suffered a head injury at a Rīga municipal mini-football field. Part of the goal detached from the structure and hit the youngster in the head. This isolated case marks one of the problems in Rīga municipality – there are many unsafe sports and recreation areas in Rīga, and the issue is rarely addressed, Latvian Television reported Monday.
Post offices' fate should be clear by April
Post offices' fate should be clear by April
Latvia's postal reform, which initially foresaw closing 60% of post offices, has been halted for now, and no post office will be closed anew. Those whose activities have been suspended already will remain closed, the Latvian Postal Service (LP) representatives and Transport Minister said on Wednesday, February 28.
Postal service workers divided over coming changes
Postal service workers divided over coming changes
After the plan to close Latvian Postal Service (Latvijas Pasts, LP) offices was suspended, discussions were not over. Postal workers are divided - some are looking for other solutions with their union, and some are signing a letter in support of the changes, Latvian Television reported on February 22.
Latvian passports lie in bushes on USA-Mexico border
Latvian passports lie in bushes on USA-Mexico border
A woman gets into the US from Mexico and tosses a passport in the bushes. The passport is Latvian, as seen in the American CBS broadcast 60 Minutes. Whether the document is forged or the woman is indeed a Latvian citizen will be investigated, Latvian Television reports on February 6.
Three years after house explodes, residents take municipality to court
Three years after house explodes, residents take municipality to court
In Rīga, Āgenskalns, just over three years ago a house was hit by an explosion. The house has not been renovated. The initiated criminal proceedings have been terminated, but residents continue the fight – now in court, demanding that Rīga municipality finally reinstate the house, Latvian Television reported on January 26.
Baltic states agree to create joint 'Defense Line'
Baltic states agree to create joint 'Defense Line'
At a meeting of the of Defense Ministers of the Baltic States in Rīga January 19, Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia signed an agreement on the establishment of a joint 'Baltic Defense Line' to strengthen the eastern borders of their countries, of the European Union and of NATO.
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