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The news website Ir.lv features a mix of domestic and international stories. Top domestic news includes a report on entrepreneurs becoming teachers, an analysis of the impact of a severe summer storm, discussions on proposed changes to the education system regarding primary school exams, and an…
Entrepreneurs are shifting careers or dedicating free time to become teachers, imparting business knowledge and life experience to young people, encouraging them to think creatively.
The most powerful summer storm in 60 years left a third of households without electricity, with some facing outages for days; however, authorities are developing solutions to prevent future damage.
A proposal to eliminate the minimum threshold for primary school exams in the new academic year has sparked heated debates, with the government expected to discuss the issue next week.
The CSDD data theft highlights a persistent issue with cybersecurity, which CERT.LV has warned about, emphasizing that it must be a management priority, not just an IT administrator's concern.
Aigars Stonis (61) walked to Vinnytsia, Ukraine, this summer to raise donations for a mobile dental clinic for soldiers, reminding Latvians that Ukraine's fight is also for their freedom.
The Dailes Theatre is staging Mehhis Pihlu's play 'Clean Business,' a hit in Estonia that explores whether a small nation's only strength lies in moral superiority, touching upon the 'Danske Bank' scandal.
Analysis of the recent severe storm, discussing its impact and the solutions in place to mitigate future damages.
A commentary on economic or policy matters, possibly related to defense or taxation.
