57% Latvian residents want a holiday on March 8

More than a half (57%) of economically active Latvian residents aged from 18 to 55 years think that the 8th of March – International Women's Day – should be a holiday.

Parex wants to recover 100 million from a company close to Putin

Parex Bank has filed a claim to the Arbitration Court to recover more than 100 million dollars from a Russian company once owned by Eduard Hudainatov, president of the oil giant Rosneft . He is considered to be a particularly close person to the newly elected Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Domain draugiem.lv is pledged

Two years ago, criminal proceedings were launched against the most popular social network in Latvia SIA Draugiem and its owner Lauris Liberts.

Environment Minister blames Google for finding the wrong document

Environmental Protection and Regional Development Minister Edmunds Sprudzs knows why the Internet is full of negative comments on the local referendums draft law.

Apple unveils new iPad

Technology giant Apple has unveiled its latest iPad with a high-definition screen.

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March 8, 2012

Supreme Court cancels Palink insolvency

Today, March 7, Senate of the Supreme Court cancelled the decision of Riga Kurzeme district court of January 5 declaring insolvency of Iki and Cento shop chain operator SIA Palink.

Oil demand grows by million barrels a day

US Energy Information Administration has decreased the world oil demand forecast to one million barrels per day.

Putin: Prokhorov could work in the government

The victor of the recent Presidential elections Vladimir Putin claims that he allows the possibility of Prokhorov being in the new government.

Survey: change of ZRP name will not influence party's rating

More than a half (51%) of economically active Latvian residents aged 18 to 55 years think that change of the name of Zatlers Reforms' Party (ZRP) will definitely not influence public opinion about this political party.

Spiders take over Australia

It might seem that the fields have been blanketed with snow, but actually it is the region of Wagga Wagga in Australia - invaded by millions of spiders.

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March 7, 2012

Khodorkovsky's son: the more Russians protest, the earlier my father will be released

It was protests in the Russian society that made current Russian President Dmitry Medvedev to order a probe into the legality of the former oil tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky’s conviction, the son of the former Yukos chief- Pavel Khodorkovsky is sure.

Geneva Car Show: Day Two

The Geneva International Motor Show will be open from March 8-18, 2012. For this year, 260 exhibitors will present a total of 180 World and European Premiers.

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March 7, 2012

Poland determines cause for the recent train accident

A malfunction in the switch, responsible for changing tracks, and semaphore occurred several minutes before the collision of trains on the South of Poland, as a result of which 15 people died.

Trade unions strike across Germany

German trade unions call for all public administration employees to go on strike. In a week, also public transport drivers, kindergarten and hospital staff, as well as some part of public officials will join the protests.

Breivik officially accused of terrorism

According to the Norwegian Criminal Code’s 147a article, on Wednesday, March 7th, Anders Breivik, who was suspected of organizing a terrorist act and killing 77 people, was officially presented with accusations of committing a terrorist act; Prosecutor Sven Holden announced this during an internet press-conference.

India celebrates Festival of Colours

Every year, Hindus greet the turn of winter into spring with a splash of colours. They call the celebration the festival of Holi.

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Housing maintenance becomes more and more expensive

Housing maintenance becomes more and more expensive reaching 128 euro per household last year. Although it is the same as in 2009, household income have decreased. As a result, proportion of housing maintenance expenses keeps growing.

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March 7, 2012

Rinkevics: Latvia will not allow Russia to interfere in our internal affairs

Latvia wishes to cooperate with Russia, but will not allow any interference in our internal affairs, today, the Minister of Foreign affairs Edgars Rinkevics said during his meeting with the Russian ambassador Alexander Veshnyakov.

Japan zoo tries to restore passion in alligators

A Japanese zoo has turned to rhythmical banging of drums to encourage enthusiasm for sex for two alligators.

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March 7, 2012

A piece of chicken resembling George Washington sold for 8000 dollars

An American woman has got 8100 dollars on e-Bay for a three-year old piece of chicken which was bought three years ago in McDonald's and by shape resembles the first president of United States of America George Washington.

Yanukovych: Ukraine overpays 3.8 billion for natural gas annually

Unlike their neighbors, Ukraine annually overpays USD 3.8 billion (around LVL 2 billion) for Russian natural gas, President of Ukraine Viktor Yanukovych claims.

FTUCL: 37% of residents are ready to work unofficially

While two thirds or 63% of Latvian residents are not ready to engage in work relationships without an employment contract, Free Trade Union Confederation of Latvia (FTUCL) questionnaire data shows.

Prince Harry VS Usain Bolt

It turns out Prince Harry is even faster than the world champion Usain Bolt.

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March 7, 2012

Former education minister: Ministry's employees should be unburdened

Employees of ministries have to perform too many tasks and their work is complicated by loads of laws and regulations. We should think not about staff reduction in the Ministry, but how to unburden employees, said Ina Druviete, former education minister, now head of the Saeima Education, Culture and Science Committee.

Woman keeps $336.4 million lottery ticket in her Bible

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