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The Pietiek news website features several prominent stories, with a strong focus on Latvian domestic politics and corruption allegations. A key story delves into alleged misconduct within the Security Service of the Republic (VPS) involving the issuance of state secrets clearance to an individual…
Investigative journalist Lato Lapsa questions how individuals within the Security Service of the Republic (VPS) allegedly issue high-level state secrets clearance to individuals with severe alcohol dependency, citing the case of a former Minister of Welfare.
A discussion about parliamentary spending control has been sidetracked; before questioning external oversight of parliament, the internal affairs need addressing.
The former president of the Bank of Latvia, Ilmārs Rimšēvičs, will have to wait a bit longer for legal proceedings against him to conclude.
An analytical review of the data transmission architecture in SmartCar SC-850, SmartX SX24, and SmartCar SC-820 devices and their metrological consequences, prepared on September 8, 2026.
Recently, a case related to the extensive data leak in August has surfaced in the public sphere, raising questions about legal protections.
The author simulates various scenarios for Riga Airport in the event that airBaltic, the national airline, stops operating, presenting the most likely outcome.
Lato Lapsa reacts to a statement from the Prosecutor General's office regarding a 'just legal settlement' in the 'CSDD extortionist' case, vowing to write a new book if provided with case materials.
A case involving a demand for a thousand euros led to an eight-year criminal process, with the court issuing convictions and acquittals at different levels.
The government presents itself as supportive of business and the economy, but this also brings certain challenges and responsibilities that need addressing.
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has appointed several notable advisors, some of whom have emerged from the youth organization of the People's Party.
The article details methods used by law enforcement to keep individuals in custody, even when legal grounds are questionable.
A piece discussing the modernization efforts in Ogre, Latvia, and questioning whether the progressive changes are truly beneficial or come at a hidden cost.
