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School closures planned throughout Latvia
School closures planned throughout Latvia
School closures have always been a sensitive topic, and usually residents and municipalities were strictly against it. After the territorial reform, however, municipalities have started to 'optimize' their school network, Latvian Radio reported February 15.
Traditional market industry dwindling in Latvia
Traditional market industry dwindling in Latvia
The renovation of one of the most beloved markets in Rīga, the Āgenskalns market, is on the finish line. Meanwhile, other markets are dwindling, Latvian Radio reported January 12.
Hospital situation currently 'fragile but stable'
Hospital situation currently 'fragile but stable'
The hospital situation with Covid-19 is currently relatively stable. It is unknown how long that will last as the number of Covid-19 cases detected has increased despite fewer tests, Latvian Radio reported January 3.
Call to donate blood as stocks run low
Call to donate blood as stocks run low
Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital (PSKUS) said December 14 that its blood stocks are critically low so the hospital might be forced to postpone scheduled non-urgent operations, Latvian Radio reported.
Vaccination requirement might lead to small stores closing
Vaccination requirement might lead to small stores closing
As from November 15, only those retail employees who will have a Covid-19 certificate of vaccination or recovery will be able to continue work. This could cause issues in rural areas where grocery stores are relatively far apart, as some shops could be closed due to lack of workers, Latvian Radio reported October 27.
Where to discard medicinal products in Latvia?
Where to discard medicinal products in Latvia?
Medicinal products which have expired or are no longer necessary should be disposed of properly. However, there is no established system in Latvia on how to do that, Latvian Radio reported September 28.
Emergency team struggle to find spots in intensive care
Emergency team struggle to find spots in intensive care
The weekend was very tense for the Emergency Medical Service (NMPD), as they faced issues finding spots for intensive care patients with Covid-19, NMPD Head Liene Cipule told Latvian Radio August 6.
Gyms ask for 'fair support' from state due to Covid-related losses
Gyms ask for 'fair support' from state due to Covid-related losses
State aid for fitness centers is no longer available since it is legally allowed for them to open. Representatives of the industry say, however, that the aid is still necessary since the customer turnover is much lower, Latvian Radio reported August 24.
Most of Latvia's emergency teams are vaccinated, says chief
Most of Latvia's emergency teams are vaccinated, says chief
Lately, employees' interest in vaccination against Covid-19 has increased in concern about the predicted outbreak of coronavirus in autumn, Liene Cipule, head of Emergency Medical Service (NMPD), told Latvian Radio August 11.
Computer science top pick for future university students
Computer science top pick for future university students
The electronic application for undergraduate studies at Latvian universities has finished. This year, more than 16,000 applications have been received by 13 higher education establishments. Latvian Radio surveyed the demand for studies in general and for specific study programs. 
Gender-based violence costs Latvia €1.6 billion annually, estimate shows
Gender-based violence costs Latvia €1.6 billion annually, estimate shows
Gender-based violence costs the European Union (EU) €366 billion per year, according to an estimate by the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE). In Latvia, such violence costs €1.6 billion annually. Latvian Radio spoke to responsible authorities and organizations July 7 to find out more about the situation.
Rail Baltica hopes to revamp regional transport infrastructure
Rail Baltica hopes to revamp regional transport infrastructure
The Rail Baltica railway will make its way through Latvia from Ainaži to Bauska. In total, 16 stations are planned on this route. Project implementer Eiropas Dzelzceļa līnijas say that these stations will be exploited to change the mobility network in the regions, Latvian Radio reported June 17.
12% of Latvian population could have had Covid without knowing
12% of Latvian population could have had Covid without knowing
Approximately 12% of Latvia's population could have had Covid-19 infection without knowing it, according to a study conducted by scientific institute Bior, University of Latvia and Rīga Stradiņš University, Latvian Radio reported May 26.
Police find no criminal offense in alleged homophobic assault last year
Police find no criminal offense in alleged homophobic assault last year
At the end of last year, a reportedly homophobia-based physical and emotional attack was carried out against Professor Deniss Hanovs of Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU). Police currently say there is nothing to base criminal proceedings on, Latvian Radio reported May 25.
Some Rīga Transport schedules change Monday
Some Rīga Transport schedules change Monday
In order to reduce the crowding of passengers in Rīga public transport, Rīgas Satiksme has introduced a number of changes from Monday, March 15, Latvian Radio reported.
Slippery roads lead to a large number of injuries
Slippery roads lead to a large number of injuries
Influx of patients to the hospital for trauma and orthopedics has increased by up to 70% due to the weather conditions, hospital's representative Uģis Zariņš told Latvian Radio February 9.