Two children tragically died in Kruskalnos, with police initiating an investigation and pointing to faulty electrical equipment as the preliminary cause. Separately, a fatal traffic accident occurred on the Ventspils highway when a car was forced into the oncoming lane.

Delfi: Two children die in Kruskalnos; police blame faulty electrical equipment

Police are investigating the deaths of two children in Kruskalnos, with preliminary findings pointing to a malfunction in electrical equipment as the cause.

Delfi: Fatal accident on Ventspils highway; car pushed into oncoming lane

A tragic accident on the Ventspils highway where a passenger car was forced into the opposite lane, resulting in a fatal collision.

A farmer in Bauska municipality is under investigation for displaying a controversial slogan, sparking discussions on freedom of expression. Meanwhile, a critical assessment has emerged deeming the current government, led by Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs, 'inadequate.' This comes amidst a broader examination of recurring, unfulfilled political promises made since 2009, and a specific appeal to Prime Minister Kulbergs to focus on the concerns of small farmers.

Pietiek: Expressing the opinion that occupiers and their lackeys have no place in…

A farmer in Bauska municipality is being investigated for displaying a slogan on his car that reads 'Occupiers and their Latvian lackeys have no place in Latvia.' The article criticizes this as an attempt to silence dissent, referencing Lato Lapsa's commentary.

IR: Promises Unfulfilled: Politicians' Pledges Repeated Since 2009

This story examines the recurring political promises made in government declarations since 2009, questioning their fulfillment.

Pietiek: LATVIA: THE NEW GOVERNMENT WAS PRODUCED BY THE SEJM - INADEQUATE

This article provides a critical assessment of the newly formed Latvian government, deeming it 'inadequate' and likely to struggle with its responsibilities.

Pietiek: Andri, turn the camera 180 degrees! Go to the farmer with 70 hectares!

An open letter addressed to Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs and the United List leadership, urging them to pay attention to the concerns of small farmers rather than focus on promotional activities.

Prosecutor General Meisters has again criticized a State Audit Office report, calling it 'very tendentious' and 'superficial,' continuing a pattern of dismissing audit findings. The financial strategy of airBaltic is under renewed scrutiny, with questions raised about whether its 'business plan' is actually a bailout and concerns about investor guarantees. Additionally, the autonomy and spending of public media are being questioned, with allegations of 'dirty politics' related to integration…

Pietiek: Lato Lapsa: Prosecutor General Meisters also scoffs at the State Audit…

The article reports that Prosecutor General Meisters has criticized a State Audit Office report on the prosecutor's office as 'very tendentious' and 'superficial.'

Pietiek: 'airBaltic management' calls it a 'business plan'. In reality, it's a…

The article questions the financial strategy of airBaltic, suggesting that what management labels a 'business plan' is actually a restructuring or bailout due to financial difficulties.

Pietiek: Who is behind the investor's promise - 'airBaltic' obligations are still a blow

This piece examines the financial situation of airBaltic, questioning the guarantees provided by investors and suggesting that the airline's obligations remain a significant financial burden.

Pietiek: Why will the 'public' media act as it wishes with taxpayer money?

This article questions the autonomy and spending decisions of Latvia's public media (LSM), suggesting they act according to their own desires rather than the will of the taxpayers.

Pietiek: See the dirty politics of the 'public' media in integration funds

This article alleges 'dirty politics' within the public media concerning integration funds and criticizes how these funds are managed, linking them to Latvian political parties and historical narratives.

Pietiek: VID loses in court again: When blind bureaucracy and grammar rules are placed…

The State Revenue Service (VID) has lost a court case, with the article criticizing the institution for prioritizing bureaucratic procedures and strict interpretations of rules over common sense.

Pietiek: When the president enters the chancellery...

The article discusses the current president's entry into the chancellery and provides commentary on political events and figures in Latvia, including references to officials like Meisters and the State Audit Office.

Pietiek: Who is investigating the 'Progressives' and who is behind their pilots in…

This story delves into the financial dealings and political connections surrounding the 'Progressives' and their alleged influence on personnel appointments within the airline airBaltic.

Allegations of neglected patients at Daugavpils Regional Hospital due to an absent on-call gynecologist are under investigation. Discussions also suggest that the influence of Latvia's numerous NGOs may be waning. Furthermore, there are predictions that renewable energy projects will become a political tool, potentially leading to increased costs for Latvian consumers.

Delfi: Gynecologist not on duty, but patients arrive: What's happening at Daugavpils…

An investigation into alleged issues at the Daugavpils Regional Hospital, where patients reportedly are not being attended to by the on-call gynecologist.

Pietiek: The victory march of NGOs is coming to an end

This story discusses the large number of registered NGOs in Latvia (around 27,500 active) and suggests their influence or 'victory march' may be concluding.

Pietiek: Will Latvian consumers have to overpay again for renewable energy projects?

This article predicts that renewable energy projects will become a political tool for manipulating voters as elections approach, potentially leading to higher costs for consumers.

Latvian athlete Samoilov has openly criticized the Latvian Volleyball Federation, expressing disappointment with its performance. Separately, tennis player Anastasija Sevastova shared insights into the pressures of professional tennis, including challenges with colleagues and past conflicts with fellow player Jelena Ostapenko.

TVNET: Samoilov Critiques Latvian Volleyball Federation

A sports story featuring criticism from Samoilov regarding the Latvian Volleyball Federation, expressing disappointment with its performance.

Delfi: Sevastova on workplace colleagues and conflicts with Ostapenko

Latvian tennis player Anastasija Sevastova discusses the pressures of the sport, dealing with difficult colleagues, and past conflicts with fellow player Jelena Ostapenko.