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Unity denies allegations of tax evasion
Unity denies allegations of tax evasion
An envelope wage scandal in the prime minister's party Unity has been made public by former party office employee Normunds Orleāns. The political force calls this a lie. The allegations will still be assessed by the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB), Latvian Television reported on March 11.
Rēzekne finally moves toward balanced budget
Rēzekne finally moves toward balanced budget
An emergency meeting of Rēzekne City Council on Thursday, February 29, has decided to reduce budget expenditure to stabilize its financial situation. Deputies unanimously approved a reduction in spending of 3.5 million euros, thus moving towards a no-deficit budget approval at the next City Council meeting on March 7.
Concerns about delayed €210 million tender by Rīga City Council
Concerns about delayed €210 million tender by Rīga City Council
The organization of a €210 million tender for the routine maintenance of Riga's streets was one of the biggest projects under the responsibility of the Riga Outdoor and Mobility Department. The Department was raided by the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) on Monday, and this might delay the process further, Latvian Television reported Tuesday.
Survey: Latvians give politicians poor grades for security decisions
Survey: Latvians give politicians poor grades for security decisions
On average, people rate the achievements of politicians in strengthening Latvia's external and internal security since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine at 4.46 on a ten-point scale, according to a poll by "What's Happening in Latvia?/KNL" and SKDS poll conducted in February.
Belarus documentary to feature at Art Doc Fest
Belarus documentary to feature at Art Doc Fest
A documentary titled "The Accidental President," focusing on the legitimate Belarus president Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya is scheduled for screening in Riga on March 2 at 15:30 at Splendid Palace during the Art Doc Fest.
What is known so far about former PM Kariņš' expensive flights?
What is known so far about former PM Kariņš' expensive flights?
Since it has been unveiled that former Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš (New Unity) had a liking to private jets and special flights, more so than most European politicians, the Latvian Television broadcast "What is happening in Latvia?" (Kas notiek Latvijā/KNL) has been analyzing related data from various sources. KNL compiled its findings so far as of February 19.
Valdis Dombrovskis on Europe's competitiveness
Valdis Dombrovskis on Europe's competitiveness
Latvia's European Commissioner, Valdis Dombrovskis, gave an interview at this year's Munich Security Conference, discussing the European Union`s competitiveness, opportunities for competition, and strategic partnerships.
Kariņš' expensive flying habits might be further investigated
Kariņš' expensive flying habits might be further investigated
Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity) and Head of State Chancellery Jānis Citskovskis plan to discuss the information voiced in the public space about Krišjānis Kariņš (New Unity) flights, and if the previously provided data is not correct, a check will have to be started.
Beware of AI content in pre-election period, anti-graft cops warn
Beware of AI content in pre-election period, anti-graft cops warn
The Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) issued a statement on February 12 warning the public that political organizations, as well as non-party persons, might use artificial intelligence-generated materials during the pre-election campaigning period to, among other things, deliberately disinform potential voters and influence their opinion. 
Latvian Russian Union's leaders summoned by security service
Latvian Russian Union's leaders summoned by security service
In connection with the public information about possible contacts of the leader of the Latvian Russian Union and current MEP Tatjana Ždanoka with Russian special services, both Ždanoka herself and the party co-chairman Miroslavs Mitrofanovs went to a conversation with the State Security Service (VDD) last week, reported Latvian Television's De Facto on February 12.
New Unity hands in its Euroelection list
New Unity hands in its Euroelection list
The New Unity (Jaunā Vienotība) political party handed in its election list for the European Parliamentary elections to be held in June on February 5.
Debate ongoing about future of former 'Moscow House' in Rīga
Debate ongoing about future of former 'Moscow House' in Rīga
The so-called “Moscow House” in Rīga went into state ownership in late January, and previous landlords and tenants have left the premises. Soon, the Cabinet of Ministers should decide on the future fate of the property, Latvian Television's De Facto reported on February 4.
Baltic, Nordic politicians head to United States
Baltic, Nordic politicians head to United States
February 4 sees the Chairs of the Foreign Affairs Committees of the parliaments of the Nordic countries and the Baltic States begin their joint visit to the United States to highlight the importance of continued support to Ukraine, as well as to discuss defense cooperation and strengthening security on the NATO Eastern flank.
LTV: Kariņš could have flown airBaltic instead of private jets
LTV: Kariņš could have flown airBaltic instead of private jets
At times when the former Prime Minister, current Foreign Minister Krišjānis Kariņš (New Unity), took private flights on his foreign trips, both he and his delegation would have had free seats on passenger flights, according to information available to Latvian Television, reported on February 2.
Kučinskis: "Ždanoka's file is very thick"
Kučinskis: "Ždanoka's file is very thick"
“The file on Tatjana Ždanoka is very thick, and it will not remain without consequences,” Saeima deputy Māris Kučinskis (United List) said in an interview with Latvian Television on February 1.
Mārupe mayor gets big fine for alleged abuse of office
Mārupe mayor gets big fine for alleged abuse of office
Andrejs Ence (Latvian Association of Regions), Chairman of Mārupe Municipality Council, has received a substantial fine for abuse of office by illegally paying vacation compensation and could also lose his position in the local government, Latvian Television reports Tuesday, January 30.
Rēzekne's budget troubles continue
Rēzekne's budget troubles continue
The state is prepared to financially help the bankruptcy-facing municipality of Rēzekne with a loan of EUR 5 million only if the municipality can prepare the budget for this year without a deficit. That hasn't worked so far, and Rēzekne municipality is still in financial danger, Latvian Radio reported January 30.
Latvian MEP Ždanoka named as Russian FSB asset
Latvian MEP Ždanoka named as Russian FSB asset
The strong support Latvian MEP Tatjana Ždanoka (Latvian Russian Union party) has always shown for Vladimir Putin and Russian foreign policy – even at its most brutal – is a matter of long record. But now an investigation by Re:Baltica, the Baltic Center for Investiagtive Journalism, in association with Russian independent outlet The Insider, Delfi Estonia and Ekspressen in Sweden claims to provide definitive proof that Ždanoka is not just a Kremlin ideological fellow-traveller but an active collaborator with Russia's FSB security service. 

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