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Omniva Sale Raises Regional Questions; Missing Musician Found

A major business transaction has seen the regional postal service 'Omniva' sold for 52 million euros, prompting discussions about its potential implications for Latvia's postal services and the wider region.

In a welcome development, Lauris Mihailovs, a member of the musical group 'Transleiteris' who had been reported missing, has been located in Hungary, bringing a resolution to the search.

Meanwhile, the experiences of immigrants in the country are being brought to light through personal accounts, including a teacher's perspective on racism and a musician's views on Latvia's nightlife. Political discourse continues with interviews with prime ministerial candidates, touching on national goals and potential coalition dynamics, including discussions around Aivars Lembergs and the Istanbul Convention.

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Prime Ministerial Candidates Discuss National Goals

Interviews with prime ministerial candidates continue to shape the election dialogue, with discussions focusing on national alliance goals, potential coalition formations that include figures like Aivars Lembergs, and positions on key issues such as the Istanbul Convention.

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