
“Between Trust and Oversight: A Story of Hospitals Under Watchful Eyes”
KNAB investigates possible fraud in Liepāja and Ogre hospitals, focusing on accountability and transparency while communities await clarity.

KNAB investigates possible fraud in Liepāja and Ogre hospitals, focusing on accountability and transparency while communities await clarity.

A new cold wave will hit Latvia, keeping frost and subzero temperatures entrenched, with snow and icy conditions expected nationwide.

French authorities destroyed tonnes of cocaine bound for Australia by sinking it at sea, while suspects linked to the shipment were later released.

Hamilton prepares to honor Gunner Sebastian Halmagean, 24, who died while deployed in Latvia. Funeral Monday includes military honors and community tributes.

U.S. and Iranian officials have begun talks in Oman, reopening diplomatic channels under the shadow of military threats and long-standing tensions.

A senior Russian military intelligence leader, Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev, was shot in Moscow and taken to hospital. Authorities are investigating the incident as questions linger over motive and responsibility.

Thailand’s upcoming election shows the Shinawatra-linked Pheu Thai Party losing ground to reformists in the People’s Party, as voters seek new leadership and direction.

Canadians share travel experiences and advice for trips to Cuba as Ottawa updates its advisory urging caution amid shortages and infrastructure challenges affecting tourism.

Police in Coquitlam, B.C., confirm multiple school threats this week are connected; hold-and-secure advisories were lifted after safety checks, with investigations ongoing.

Canada and France opened consulates in Greenland’s capital Nuuk in a visible show of support amid regional geopolitical anxieties, with Inuit visitors and allies emphasizing unity and autonomy.

Lebanese officials say concentrated herbicide may have damaged crops in southern villages near the border, prompting farmer concern and calls for scientific investigation to clarify what happened.

A Donegal man was fined €150 and cautioned that alcohol “is not his friend,” highlighting the court’s focus on reflection and responsibility.

Amazon shares fell as investors weighed heavy AI-related spending, reflecting growing market caution toward Big Tech’s costly push into artificial intelligence.

A Cork woman accused of threatening her son with a knife was granted bail with conditions and will return to court, highlighting the careful balance between legal rights and safety.

Iran’s reported seizure of two foreign oil tankers in the Persian Gulf adds another quiet but consequential note to the region’s enduring maritime tensions.

A suspected boiler failure caused an explosion at a convenience store in Pastende, Latvia, injuring two and prompting a police investigation while the community reflects on the sudden disruption.

Exotic animals such as a serval, macaques and geckos have been rescued in Ireland, highlighting gaps in education and regulation around keeping non‑native species and animal welfare.

After a call with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump softened his criticism of Britain’s Chagos Islands deal, signaling a quieter recalibration of tone.

Father and children were sitting in traffic in Macroom, Cork, when a stranger assaulted the motorist through his open window; court heard details of the unprovoked attack and its impact.

PAS confirms it has a candidate ready to be appointed chairman of Perikatan Nasional, with the decision expected at an upcoming Supreme Council meeting. Coalition discussions continue.

Stapolin ETNS in Baldoyle has approval for two extra autism classes but no funded modular units to house them, leaving local children and families without needed classroom space.

After a call with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump softened his criticism of Britain’s Chagos Islands deal, signaling a quieter recalibration of tone.

Russia and Ukraine concluded another round of talks without a breakthrough on ending the war, though limited humanitarian steps and continued dialogue signaled cautious diplomatic continuity.

Dublin’s inner city has seen positive changes, but challenges like dereliction and anti‑social behaviour remain, and local policies aim to sustain progress