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Economic calendar of Latvia. May 7 - 10, 2013
Calendar of economic events in Latvia. May 7 - 10, 2013...
Half of Latvian builders remain in a difficult financial situation
The construction industry is rapidly recovering. However, it remains behind its pre-crisis achievements. The recovery of this industry has now become a state priority.
Creditors offer to purchase Liepājas metalurgs for 3 LVL; shareholders yet to reply
On Tuesday, May 7, the largest shareholders of Liepājas metalurgs (LM) – Sergei Zakharin, Ilya Segals and Kirov Lipman – are expected to submit their reply to the offer of LM's creditors to sell their shares – a total of 93% - to the largest creditors or their representatives for 1 LVL each.
3 commentsMayon volcano eruption in Philippines kills five
A volatile volcano has erupted in the Philippines, with at least five people reported dead.
Townsfolk insure their homes against neighbours, villagers – against natural disasters
Latvian residents often insure their property against fires and thefts (84%), as well as possible damage caused by neighbours (55%).
Economic Diary. “Everything is fine, Your Highness”
Looking back at the events of this week, one would think the situation in Latvia is improving: the turnover of retail trade is gradually increasing, salaries are expected to follow soon.
Recipe: Fluffy Pancakes
Archaeological evidence suggests that pancakes are probably the earliest and most widespread cereal food eaten in prehistoric societies. In Britain and the Commonwealth, they are associated with Shrove Tuesday, commonly known as Pancake Day, when perishable ingredients had to be used up before the fasting period of Lent began. Nowadays pancakes are considered one of the most favourite breakfast dishes. So, without further ado:
Photo: Star Wars yoga
Series of creative illustrations by Rob Osborne features popular Star Wars characters in various yoga poses. Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Boba Fett, Yoda, and other iconic Star Wars characters love to do “Star Wars Yoga” in their spare time.
PhotoNational Geographic named best tablet magazine of 2013
The winners of the 2013 National Magazine Awards were announced in a ceremony held in midtown Manhattan Thursday, May 2, night. National Geographic, which nabbed the most nominations of any magazine, also picked up the most awards, including two for its digital media efforts.
Financial Times commentators rigorously discuss Latvia's economy
A series of British Financial Times articles have turned into a discussion between experts and commentators about Latvia's economy and its crisis overcoming model.
Estonian PM: Lithuanians need a new referendum
Estonian Prime Minister Andrus Ansip said at a government press conference that the development of the Visaginas nuclear power plant project can be continued once the Lithuanian people have endorsed it.
Standard type apartments' price reduced since the “bubble” era
Current standard apartment prices in Riga are nearly 65% lower than there were during the so-called “real estate bubble” era of 2007.
Hot air balloon show to take place in Riga
May 3 to May 5, Latvia's capital will feature the International Hot Air Balloon show Rīgas vīzijas (Riga's visions). More than 20 teams from 15 countries will be participating.
Video: World Trade Center's spire raised 104 stories into the air
The spire that will make the One World Trade Center the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere was raised to the top of the structure Thursday, May 2, like a giant candle on a towering cake.
VideoBloomberg: Latvia poised to join trio meeting euro rules
Latvia is on course to join the euro region’s only three members that satisfy thresholds for public finances as it awaits a decision on its bid to adopt Europe’s common currency in 2014.
World Press Freedom Day 2013
Every year, May 3rd is a date which celebrates the fundamental principles of press freedom; to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media from attacks on their independence and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession.
2012 was the ninth warmest year in the history of meteorology
Last year was the ninth warmest year since the foundation of global meteorological monitoring. Air temperature on the surface of the earth and the ocean was generally 0.45° C higher that the average index of 1961-1990 and was +14.45° C.
Photos of the week, 2013.05.03.
Each Friday BNN-NEWS.COM offers the most interesting, the most scandalous and simply the most beautiful pictures from all over the world.
Scientists discover a brain region that controls aging
Turns out that the elusive Fountain of Youth may exist after all … in our heads. Scientists at the Albert Einstein School of Medicine say they’ve discovered a brain region that may control aging throughout the entire body.
Chinese website about Latvia visited nine million times
The website created by journalists of China Daily about Latvia last year, has been visited by more than nine million people since then.
Global press freedom index at its lowest in the last 16 years
The number of people that have access to free mass media has dropped to the lowest index in the last 16 years, according to the latest annual report of the American non-governmental Freedom House organization.
US rethinks arming Syria rebels
US Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel has acknowledged his government is no longer ruling out arming Syrian rebels.
Latvian Enterprise Register's state notary steps down
Starting with May 10, 2013, Ringolds Balodis is stepping down as the state notary at the Enterprise Register (ER). This is provided by the May 3 agreement between him and Justice Minister Janis Bordans.
Applications being taken for a visit to Mars
At least 20,000 really adventurous people have applied for a crack at a permanent trip to the red planet.
May 21 in pictures
Riga mayoral candidate. Guntis Belēvičs: bull in a china shop?
Survey: popularity of current Ventspils management is below 50%
Economic Diary: Smash Business with Taxes
Latvia's foreign trade export is growing faster than import
Latvenergo's profits drop by 18.5% in 2012
Slow-down in Estonia’s growth expected
Searches carried out at homes and offices of Liepājas metalurgs Board and sharholders
Paul Krugman declined participation in the First Riga Economic Forum
Friendship between Unity and Prudentia: gigantic losses for state budget
HM: smoking in the presence of a child is considered abuse
Bathing season officially open in Latvia
Latvia's living costs reach record high level
Infographic: How teens' habits threaten the future of Facebook
Petrol price fixing scandal: oil giant bosses to be jailed if found guilty
Bloomberg: The eurozone must be split to save EU
French President: austerity endangers EU
May 16 in pictures
Greek politician slaps woman live on TV
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
May 20 in pictures
Photos of the week, 2013.05.17.
May 15 in pictures
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