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Soprano family boss passes away
American actor James Gandolfini, who played Tony Soprano in «The Sopranos» television series, has passed away in Rome.
Latvia's GDP per capita – third lowest in the EU
Latvia's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita was 62% of that of the average level in the European Union (EU) in 2012. It was the third lowest in the bloc of 27 countries.
€960 billion deal reached between EU Council and Parliament
Negotiating sides of the EU Council and European Parliament have reached a budget deal that might allow the Parliament to give its formal and final go-ahead to the bock's multiannual budget.
Protesters gather outside of the Saeima building to oppose legalization of bow hunting
On June 20, wildlife protection organizations Animal Freedom and Animal Friend organized a protest act to oppose the legalization of bow hunting. On this day, the Latvian parliament plans to review amendments to the Hunting Law that would allow hunters to use bows and arrows to hunt for animals such as hares, beavers, crows, stray dogs and cats.
PhotoSaeima bans the use of USSR and Fascist symbols during public events
It is prohibited to use symbols of USSR and Nazi Germany in Latvia from now on. This includes flags, coats of arms, national anthems and other kinds of symbols. This will apply to public entertainment and festive events.
Asian company stocks sink considerably
The U.S. central bank has announced it might cut its unprecedented bond-buying programme, together with other factors making the value of Asian company stocks drop.
Ernst & Young: euro adoption could increase inflation to 2.4% in Latvia
Euro adoption in Latvia will strengthen the country's national economy. This will contribute to the growth of Latvia's GDP to 4.2% in 2014, followed by 5.2% next year and 5% the year after that.
Protests in Brazil against world cup spending
Protests in Brazil that were sparked by government plans to increase public-transport fares in order to cover world cup spending, have now grown into a nationwide unrest.
Tukums Airport could start performing commercial flights this year
The Tukums terminal is planned to be finished this July. However, specialists are unable to predict when the general environmental impact assessment process will end, Tukums Airport Business Manager Ilze Lontona says.
Kemeri Sanatorium to be given special territorial status
The Saeima State and Municipal Management Affairs Commission approved amendments to the Law on Kemeri National Park. These amendments provide for changes to the park's territorial status.
Turkish Airlines declared the best airline in Europe
During the Paris Air Show, Skytrax airline audit presented Turkish Airlines with the following awards: the Best Airline in Europe, Best Airline in South Europe and Best Business Class Catering Service.
Latvia offers a new deposit option for residents – savings bonds
On Wednesday, June 19, Latvian residents were presented with a new deposit option – savings bonds. The point of this deposit initiative is to offer any resident an opportunity to purchase state bonds and invest money in Latvia.
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Global coffee prices fall, but not in Latvia
The global coffee prices are falling. Latvia, however, is not experiencing anything of the sort. This is mainly due to the excise tax. Experts believe this situation was made possible because the current supply of coffee in the world exceeds the total demand.
Number of refugees in the world – largest in the last 20 years
The number of refugees and asylum seekers in the worlds is at its peak since 1994. The crisis in Syria plays a large role in this, as stated in the UNHCR report on global forced displacement.
Pay increase in Estonia for second year in a row
The average salary in Estonia has increased for the second consecutive year – 2012 has marked a slight rise by 1.7%.
G8 leaders agree to stop paying terrorists ransom money for hostages
Leaders of the G8 countries have agreed to abolish the practice of paying terrorists ransom money for hostages, as reported by the British Prime Minister David Cameron.
June 19 in Pictures
Minister: some deputies lack personal opinions and freedom
Standard & Poor's upgrades Latvia's rating
Series of deaths in circle of Aivars Lembergs
Eko Bus business is growing; a "war" begins
Riga Free port official submits resignation because of a pleasure trip
Airbus A350 makes first flight successfully
Economic Diary. Here's to fair euro adoption!
GE Money Bank plans to close 39 ATMs in Latvia this summer
Latvian ice hockey player Kristiāns Pelšs is missing; he may have drowned
Firearms licence requirements to be made stricter in Latvia
Latvia's costs of living reach a new record
18% of Latvians plan to spend up to LVL 50 on entertainment this summer
Latvians are the least financially secure residents of Baltic States
Flying bicycle succeeds in test flight
Chemical weapons used in Syria, Washington claims
June 13 in Pictures
Huge system of storms moves over U.S.
Colombia hosts Miss Pole Dance 2012
VIDEO: Airline fined for in-flight bikini show
VIDEO: The birth of a snowflake
VIDEO: World's most dangerous marketplace
VIDEO: The World In 2 Minutes
June 18 in Pictures
June 17 in Pictures
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