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Ukrainians have trouble legally registering cars in Latvia
Ukrainians have trouble legally registering cars in Latvia
In Latvia, the law provides that cars with foreign number plates must be registered if their driver remains in Latvia for more than three months. However, due to a flaw in the legislation, fewer than ten Ukrainian refugees have registered their vehicles, Latvian Television reported on June 15.
Grass fire 'tradition' picks up year after year
Grass fire 'tradition' picks up year after year
Compared to last year, there have been 200 more grass fires registered this year, and significant damage has been done to nature and property, Latvian Television reported on May 2.
Poor air quality in Rīga
Poor air quality in Rīga
For several days, the air quality in Latvia, especially Rīga, has been poor, environmental health expert Ivars Vanadziņš told Latvian Television on March 17.
Latvian companies promise to produce 'healthier' food
Latvian companies promise to produce 'healthier' food
The Ministry of Health (VM), Latvian Federation of Food Companies (LPUF) and the Latvian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LTRK) signed a cooperation memorandum on improving food composition, according to VM's information of February 4.
Many unvaccinated among the ranks of unemployed in Latvia
Many unvaccinated among the ranks of unemployed in Latvia
The national requirement to vaccinate against Covid-19 has led to many unvaccinated people joining the unemployment ranks. More than 40% of those acquiring unemployed status in recent months are not vaccinated against Covid-19, Latvian Television reported January 16.
Latvia has confirmed 12 Omicron cases so far
Latvia has confirmed 12 Omicron cases so far
Twelve cases of the new type of Covid-19 Omicron strain have been officially registered in Latvia, confirmed by virus sequencing, Latvian Television reported December 13.
Infectologist recommends medical masks; stresses correct use
Infectologist recommends medical masks; stresses correct use
In several European countries, a design fabric mask is not considered to be a sufficient protective instrument, but in Latvia, it still counts as valid. Latvian Television surveyed the public and experts on the matter October 25.
More vaccination centers to open as rates grow
More vaccination centers to open as rates grow
Sixteen more vaccination centers will open next week as demand for vaccination has grown, head of National Health Service (NVD) Vaccination project department Eva Juhņēviča said at a briefing October 13.
Janssen vaccine shortages throughout Latvia
Janssen vaccine shortages throughout Latvia
Although Covid-19 vaccines are currently abundant, the Janssen vaccine has become deficient in many vaccination centers, Latvian Television reported August 25. 
Latvia not planning a Covid-19 vaccine booster yet
Latvia not planning a Covid-19 vaccine booster yet
Will a third dose or a booster shot of Covid-19 vaccine be required? Scientists are currently discussing it, but a clear answer has not yet emerged. Specialists in Latvia say that the number of doses currently being used provides sufficient protection, Latvian Television reported July 11.
Risk of bringing Covid-19 by plane is low, say police
Risk of bringing Covid-19 by plane is low, say police
The risks of bringing Covid-19 from abroad in an aircraft are currently much lower than by land, according to both the State Police and the Civil Aviation Agency, Latvian Television reported March 23.
SPKC will have data on Covid-19 patients' jobs
SPKC will have data on Covid-19 patients' jobs
On February 16, the government approved the creation of a system to transfer information from the State Revenue Service (VID) to Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC) regarding the occupation of people infected with Covid-19.
Long queues form by stores due to new rules
Long queues form by stores due to new rules
Since Monday, retail has been subject to extra safety measures in order to ensure a broader rage of items to be sold, Latvian Television reported February 10.
Latvian scientists develop Covid-19 mutation tests
Latvian scientists develop Covid-19 mutation tests
Latvian blood test lab experts are working on a solution to determine the exact strain of Covid-19 a person has while conducting the general test, Latvian Television reported January 30.
Regional rules to be determined every week
Regional rules to be determined every week
In the future, Disease Prevention and Control Center (SPKC) epidemiologists will publish a weekly list of regions where additional safety measures are to be introduced, Latvian Television reported November 26.
General practitioners overloaded due to coronavirus
General practitioners overloaded due to coronavirus
Additional duties imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic have significantly increased the burden on general practitioners (GPs) and are only increasing, Latvian Television reported November 12.
Many teachers leave jobs during pandemic
Many teachers leave jobs during pandemic
Unable to cope with the increased workload caused by changes of management of education institutions due to COVID-19, more teachers than ever have resigned since September, Latvian Television reported November 3.
Armenian community in Rīga holds picket in protest against war
Armenian community in Rīga holds picket in protest against war
The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, which erupted last weekend with new force, also worries local Armenian and Azerbaijani communities. The Latvian Armenian cultural center held a picket September 29 in Bastejkalns, calling for an immediate cessation of the conflict.
Brukna community leader counters claims of children's rights violations
Brukna community leader counters claims of children's rights violations
Last week, the State Inspectorate For Protection Of Children's Rights (VBTAI) and the Ombudsman discovered a number of children's rights violations at the religious community "Kalna svētību kopiena" at Brukna Manor. On August 25, in a press conference, the leader of the community, priest Andrejs Mediņš countered the allegations.