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Play performance in Daugavpils sparks controversy
Play performance in Daugavpils sparks controversy
The premiere of a play launching the new theatrical season at Daugavpils Theater has become the center of a controversy involving both the theater itself and the Ukrainian embassy in Latvia, reports LSM's Russian-language service.
Council of Europe official comments on border situation
Council of Europe official comments on border situation
All Council of Europe member states (of which Latvia is one) are obliged to fully respect the rights of refugees, migrants and asylum seekers - even if another state directly encourages migrants to cross the border. Arrivals cannot simply be sent back without an adequate procedure and risk assessment for these people, the Commissioner for Human Rights of the Council of Europe Dunja Mijatović said August 16 in comments to Rus.lsm.lv.
Latvian bank allegedly linked to Putin's pink palace scheme
Latvian bank allegedly linked to Putin's pink palace scheme
Latvian bank “SMP bank” played a role in a complex chain of transactions that helped Russian President Vladimir Putin obtain a palatial private residence, according to Georgy Alburov, an associate of Russian opposition figure Alexey Navalny and his Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK).
Lithuanian accused of stealing $100m through Latvian company
Lithuanian accused of stealing $100m through Latvian company

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has accused a Lithuanian man of using a phishing scheme to defraud two US internet companies of more than $100m. The funds were funneled to bank accounts in Latvia and Cyprus, linked to a small-capital limited liability company registered in Latvia. Lithuanian authorities have arrested the man following a request by the US, reported Rus.lsm.lv.

Poland takes another direction on Rail Baltica connection
Poland takes another direction on Rail Baltica connection

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted Poland funds for modernizing the "railway line within the Rail Baltica project". However the route to be brought up to date is in the direction of Belarus, not Lithuania (and thus onward to Latvia and Estonia), reported Rus.lsm.lv December 21.

Latvia pays most for gas in EU
Latvia pays most for gas in EU

According to an European Commission report, among European countries Latvia is paying the most for pipeline natural gas deliveries. Only liquefied natural gas (LNG) Lithuania imports from Norway is more expensive, reported rus.lsm.lv Saturday.

Latvia leading in online piracy
Latvia leading in online piracy

Almost half of Latvians with access to the internet are using illicit torrent and streaming sites, making Latvia a world leader in online piracy, reported Rus.lsm.lv Tuesday. 

Latvian duo depart across Atlantic on rowboat
Latvian duo depart across Atlantic on rowboat

Yesterday morning, two Latvian adventurers departed on a rowboat across the Atlantic. In order to reach Rio de Janeiro, their destination, the two have to row some 6,000 kilometers in a sweat-and-saltwater adventure estimated to take up to 100 days.

Meet the cats of literary grande dame in dainty museum
Meet the cats of literary grande dame in dainty museum

Last week an exhibit dedicated to the seminal Latvian poet Aspazija was opened at the fully-restored 1930s vacation home of Aspazija (Elza Rozenberga), Latvia’s beloved poet of the national awakening and first independent republic. 

Sharapova scandal a grand slam for Latvian heart drug
Sharapova scandal a grand slam for Latvian heart drug

Mildronāts, the Latvia-made heart drug, has recently come into the international spotlight due to doping scandals. The inventor of the medicine, Ivars Kalviņš, has no rest from international media, while manufacturer Grindeks is gearing up production due to skyrocketing demand for the drug, reported LTV7 Thursday.

Mars chocolate bars recalled from Latvia too
Mars chocolate bars recalled from Latvia too

The Food and Veterinary Service (PVD) has announced that certain Snickers, Mars, Celebrations, Mini Mix and Milky Way chocolate bars must be recalled, reported LSM Wednesday.

Czech Republic may send contingent to Baltic
Czech Republic may send contingent to Baltic

The Czech Republic could send up to 100 soldiers to serve with NATO forces in Baltic and Poland. Czech Defense Minister Martin Stropnický said the troops could be sent in the second half of 2016, reported Radio Prague.