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In pictures: World powers mark 100 years since end of World War I
(No Ratings Yet)While many Eastern and Nordic European nations mark 100 years since the establishment of their statehood, for Western Europe the year 2018 is the centenary since the end of the First World War.
BNN offers you an insight into commemorative events that have taken place on Armistice Day, November 11, in France and the UK.
In the gallery, you will see pictures from Paris, where the leaders of France, Germany, Russia and the U.S. convened for the Paris Peace Forum and from London, where the British royal family honoured Britons fallen in «the war that would end all wars».
Estonia raises minimum wage
The minimum monthly wage in Estonia has been approved at the level of 540 euros, which is an increase from 500 euros.
This year e-signature was used to sign more than 5.7 million documents in Latvia
This year, e-signature was used more than half a million times a month in Latvia. A total of 5.7 million documents have been signed using this function in Latvia so far. More than 25,000 now use e-signature function on their smart-phones.
Trump distances himself from crimes committed by his lawyer
Reacting to the conviction of American lawyer Michael Cohen over campaign funding violations, U.S. President Donald Trump has distanced himself from the lawyer and accused him of attempts to embarrass Trump.
New Unity starts consultations with parties on forming government with Kariņš in charge
New Unity will insist on getting Finance Ministry in the new government, because it is only logical to have this ministry managed by the prime minister’s party, says NU representative and Saeima deputy Ojārs Ēriks Kalniņš.
Strasbourg terrorist «neutralised» after opening fire on police
The attacker suspected of killing two people and injuring 12 more people at a Strasbourg Christmas market has been shot dead by French police.
Next week in Latvia to start off with snowfall
The end of the week is not expected to have any major weather changes in Latvia, whereas next week will start off with snowfall and gradual decline of air temperature, promises Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.
Court arrests Harmony sponsor and Honour to Serve Riga party member
Riga City Vidzeme District Court issued an arrest to businessman Aleksandrs Krjačeks on Thurday, 13 December. He was previously detained by Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau in the criminal case regarding procurements organized by SIA Rīgas satiksme, as confirmed by the man’s lawyer Valdis Ulmanis.
Saeima: increase of doctors’ wages should be a government priority
When preparing the budget plan for the next three years, the government should allocate money for the 20% increase of doctors’ wages. This is provided by changes to Healthcare Financing Law, approved by the Saeima in two readings on Thursday, 13 December.
airBaltic to perform more flights between Riga and Liepaja
During a visit today in Liepaja CEO of Latvian airline airBaltic Martin Gauss announced that airBaltic will increase the number of domestic flights between Riga and Liepaja from three to five weekly as of summer season 2019.
Court arrests Škoda commercial director; CPCB request arrests for two more people
Latvian court has arrested Škoda commercial director Vladislav Kozak following a request from Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau in relation to the criminal case regarding procurements performed by Rīgas satiksme.
EY: investments in crypto currency offers have largely failed
86% of 141 initial crypto currency offers presented last year have lost value over the course of the first eight months of this year. Additionally 30% of them have lost nearly all of their value, according to Initial Coin Offerings study by EY.
Estonian criminal figure convicted in Ireland
A court in Ireland has convicted Estonian criminal figure Imre Arakas, finding him guilting of conspiracy to murder.
As income increase, housing becomes more accessible in all Baltic capitals
Housing Accessibility Index improved in all Baltic capitals in Q3 2018. The main factor for this was the growth of average net salaries. Additionally, beneficial economic development also improved households’ interest for housing acquisition, which was reflected both in increased activity on the apartment market and household loan portfolio growth.
Lithuanian PM suspects Kremlin-backed opposition behind teacher attacks
The nearer municipal council, presidential and EP elections, the more sparkles Lithuania’s political leadership spews out. With the linguistic weaponry exhausted in the Seimas, the party leaders seek help from intelligence services.
EP proposes stricter monitoring of militants returning to Europe to combat terrorism better
The European Parliament has presented proposals for better measures against radicalization, better data exchange and support of victims of terrorism, as well as several other proposals for European Union’s strategy for terrorism prevention.
Latvian media organizations found Media Ethics Council
On Wednesday, 12 December, Latvian Media Ethics Council was founded. It is a public organization meant to unite media organizations and legal persons associated with the media sector and supervise compliance with the council’s statutes and code of ethics, the council explains.
U.S. President's former lawyer sentenced to prison
The former personal attorney of U.S. President Donald Trump has been handed a prison sentence for violations of the rules of election campaign. A New York court has sentenced Michael Cohen to three years in federal prison.
Latvian parties hear New Unity leader’s offer; opinions on coalition still differ
Political parties in Latvia are prepared to listen to New Unity and its prime minister candidate Krišjāņis Kariņš’s initiative in the government formation process.
British PM stays after no-confidence vote, attends EU summit
British Prime Minister Theresa May has survived a no-confidence vote in her ruling Conservative Party and on Thursday attends a summit of the European Union.
European Parliament ratifies EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement
On Wednesday, 12 December, gave green light for EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement, which is EU’s all-time largest mutual trade agreement.
Businessman Māris Martinsons brought to court. What will the court decide?
Businessman Māris Martinsons has been brought to testify in court. As it is known, he was detained by Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau on 11 December.
1 commentEmployers become more open to 3rd level pension contributions
Employers in Latvia have begun making more active contributions to 3rd level pension plans. Residents’ interest towards crating pension savings continues growing, too. Compared to the period of last year, the size of contributions to private pension funds has increased 10% in the first nine months of 2018.
Polish PM to call confidence vote
Polish head of government has voiced plans to call for a confidence vote to test parliamentary support for the ruling Law and Justice party cabinet.
30 searches and 8 detainees in Rīgas satiksme criminal case
In November 2018, Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau commenced a criminal process in relation to procurements performed by Riga municipality’s SIA Rīgas satiksme. More than thirty searches were performed as part of the criminal process on Tuesday, 11 December.
Lithuania adopts budget, not raising pay to protesting teachers
The Lithuanian Seimas has passed the state budget for 2019, which includes more funds for defence, while not taking into account the funding demands of striking teachers.
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Zerry @ 2018-12-12 23:18:10
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Rom @ 2018-12-10 05:42:44
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@ 2018-12-06 15:59:59
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Zerry @ 2018-12-06 12:00:19
Modt likely this is UGF’s only way to kerp on hanging on power
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Zerry @ 2018-12-06 11:58:19
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