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The news website 'Ir' from Latvia features political analysis, including discussions on coalition formation after elections and the impact of the Istanbul Convention. It also touches upon economic issues with a story about an ex-minister's tractor purchase, cultural events like a theater…
Governing parties hope to continue working together after the elections. If a majority is not achieved, the difficult question of whether to include Ainārs Šlesers in the government will arise.
An article exploring the identity and background of an individual named Kulbergs.
The story likely discusses Latvia's stance or a political move related to Russia.
Following the previous Saeima's withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention, which angered voters, the new parliament will decide its course of action.
An investigation into how an expensive tractor ended up on Armands Krause's farm and its potential connection to a timber industry scandal.
Before the elections, 'Ir' posed seven key questions to the prime ministerial candidates from seven parties projected to enter the Saeima.
Director Roberts Dauburs has staged a play at the National Theatre about Alfreds Rubiks and his role during the tragic events of the barricades, investigated by Rita Aksenoka.
Una Rozentāle creates beautiful woolen shawls in her Talsi workshop, which are inspired by Latvia and popular internationally.
A profile of Aleksandrs Juška, a medallist in the sport of roundnet.
Writer Lelde Kovaļova's new crime novel has achieved record sales, and her produced series 'Uninvited Guests' and 'Hostages' will soon be available on HBO Max.
Economist Pēteris Strautiņš explains how the economy has suffered from a 'peppermint seller' mentality in Latvia's business environment and what reforms should be demanded from the government.
