Latvian mailer | 2002 Index

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30 December 02 Latvia says to hold EU referendum in 2003 Saturday, Jan. 4, this day in history (1919)	A country rose
	2003 Riga expositions
25 December 02 Latvia hunters celebrate EU turnaround on lynx ban EU enlargement - timetable for referendums Latvian Company Announces World's Fastest Data Compression EU's "End of Cold War" party marred by money talk Estonia urges single-hull tanker ban in Baltic Sea EU EXPANSION: WHAT ALL THE FUSS IS ABOUT EU Agrees to Mass Expansion, Turkey Waits in Wings Prusis posts first ever four-man World Cup win How the East was won -- the EU deal on expansion Latvia's president suggests Russian Orthodox Christmas holiday	Our Christmas Card
	Origins of the Christmas Tree
02 December 02 Latvia gives Russians cold shoulder EU mulls longer land sale curbs for candidates Prodi says Ukraine, Russia should not join EU Outside Riga, a memorial to 25,000 murdered Jews is unveiled Editorial response regarding "Latvia gives Russians cold shoulder" Christian Science Monitor article	Riga city canal
	Daina Krumins' art exhibit
Latvia Joins NATO! 25 November 02 Bush says Balts in NATO good for Russia Largest trial of Stalinist-era agents begins in Estonia Valdas Adamkus leads Lithuania into NATO NATO Invites Seven East European States to Join With joy, eastern Europeans celebrate NATO invitations NATO leaders hail historic transformation Bush Arrives to Assure Putin Over NATO Expansion Bush Says Baltics Backed by U.S. Military Might Text of Bush's Speech in Lithuania Russia open for closer ties with NATO Latvian foreign minister: NATO, EU membership remain top priorities Boston Globe: Latvia shining example for new NATO nations State Toasts Relaunch of Top Vodka Labels	Summer Climes
	Japanese and French web pages
Happy Independence Day! 18 November 02 Oil tanker in danger of sinking off Spain's northwest coast Baltics say only NATO can tame Russian bear NATO-bound Lithuania buys U.S. anti-aircraft missiles Key facts about NATO's plans to take on new members Russia's Communist Party leader criticizes Putin over NATO	Freedom Monument
	Churchill
11 November 02 Latvian capital intends to change street named for Chechen Stalinist-era agent, accused of deporting children, convicted Russian defense minister criticizes NATO expansion Key facts on 10 countries set to join EU in 2004 Delta Plans to Expand Codesharing to Riga [press release excerpt] Latvia Nominates Next Prime Minister Latvian parliament OKs new pro-business government EU-Eastern Europe-Corruption New York's Fifth Avenue the World's Most Expensive (Riga, the Least) Key facts on NATO enlargement and candidates EU confirms deal with Russia on Kaliningrad Monday, November 18th, This Day in History	Hanzas iela (March, 2001)
	Latvian Museum of Adelaide
27 October 02 Four Latvian parties say they're in agreement about forming government Prodi says feels EU borders should stop at Russia Bush expected to visit Baltics after NATO summit Russia and NATO experts debate the alliance's eastward expansion Latvia support for EU entry slips slightly in poll Candidates say 'thank you' to Ireland for EU vote Irish vote puts EU enlargement focus back on money Bush to Give Stand on NATO Expansion Franco-German farm feud threatens EU expansion timetable France,Germany clinch landmark EU enlargement deal Lithuania, Latvia tighten borders in response to Chechen raid AMF Bowling World Cup Results	(no picture)
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29 September 02 Lithuania weighs nuclear energy options NATO Rebuffs Russia's Qualms on Baltics, Georgia Businesswomen leaders from US, Russia, Baltics, Finland meet Gloomy, boozy days for Russian enclave in Latvia Some way to go for east Europe farm sectors Moody's issues report on Latvian banking system Tension rises in EU-Russia dispute over Kalingrad	(no picture)
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22 September 02 Quarterly GDP growth in Latvia 4.9 percent Latvia PM gloomy about own party's re-election Latvia shrugs off Russian fears on NATO nuclear weapons HIV infection rate is skyrocketing in Eastern Europe Bush, Havel Discuss NATO Expansion Sparring over Baltics sours NATO-Russia cordiality Michigan governor travels to Latvia, Ireland	Latvian Roses, 2001
	Michigan Nat'l Guard and Latvia
15 September 02 Former Soviet Baltic republics remember terrorist attacks EU can expand without upping farm aid share Latvian court postpones trial of alleged Stalinist Latvian police arrest 'original Russian rapper' on drug charges	A view toward the sea, Vecaki 1994
	Baltic Sea Heritage site
08 September 02 Latvians prepare record-sized potato salad, New York gives up crown to Riga Lithuania deploys fake police to slow traffic Latvia denies visa to Vladimir Zhirinovsky Czech floods will not stop November NATO summit Indian Trackers Help Deter Smuggling Renowned Pianist Perlemuter Dies	House as still life
	The world's greatest liar...er, story teller
01 September 02 Prospects for 2007 euro entry by EU candidates dip European Championship in Aquatic motor-sports European Union says it won't force policy on international court Reuters historical calendar - September 3 Latvian Television building may take on new broadcasts Finnish cruises to Russia at standstill because of visa restrictions Friday, September 6, Day in History Enlargement could just make NATO's problems worse Napoleonic Grave Helps to Explain Catastrophic Russian Campaign	Old Riga street corner
	Riga Zoo
22 August 02 Celebrity Cruises' 2003 European Season Features New Tours [excerpt] EU-hopeful Baltics caught in the middle of tiff over U.S. immunity Reuters historical calendar - August 21 [excerpt] Reuters historical calendar - August 25 [excerpt] EU wants candidates onside in warcrimes row with US Russian criticizes Estonia over upcoming trial S&P raises Latvia's foreign currency ratings	Lion at No.4 Albert Street
	Latvia in NATO
12 August 02 Schedule of General and Political events [excerpt] Nazi hunter slams Estonia on atrocities suspects EU's Verheugen is champion of ex-cummunist East Schedule of forthcoming world elections [excerpt]	Dom Church's "Face", 2001
	Liva Rutmane's digital photo collection
04 August 02 Is a "sixth" extinction looming? European human rights body issues calls for improvement Estonian Nazi veterans plan to unveil monument Russian defense minister says no Russian buildup planned Reuters historical calendar - August 5 [excerpt]	Scultpure in Konventa Seta
	Bird's eye view of Latvia
21 July 02 Chirac, German election candidate, discuss sensitive EU funding issue Bush, Polish leader make case for wide NATO growth Russia will react if NATO spreads to Baltics Attacks-Requiem Latvia looks to the West	Vagnera & Teatra streets
	Adaptive Translations
10 July 02 African musicians in Latvia sue extreme right-wing party East European heads meet, their eyes on NATO prize REUTERS ANALYSIS-Baltic NATO bid stirs Finland debate NATO Candidates-Summit Jewish human rights group offers reward for information Radical overhaul of EU farm policy proposed	St. John's spire
	NATO Riga summit
02 July 02 Biggest Viking hoard goes on show Putin says enlarging NATO will not improve security NATO and partner legislators discuss Baltics Baltic Countries to Coordinate Policies on EU Entry Denmark opens EU presidency with dire warning to Ireland Helsinki Stock Exchange buys majority stake in Riga bourse Enterprising Youth Leaders From Around the World Read All About It	Freedom Monument, rededication night
	University of Minnesota Immigration History materials
22 June 02 CHINESE NEWSPAPER HIGHLIGHTS - JUNE 11, 2002 Chinese President Meets Latvian Government EU to praise candidates on upgrade of laws Lettland plant Gendatenbank der Bevölkerung OSCE high commissioner on national minorities to visit Moscow Troops from 15 nations take part in NATO-led exercise Our shrinking language tapestry US-Visa Lottery Germany denies deadline on EU expansion EU rules out free travel for Kaliningrad Russians	Riga, 2001
	International mill association
10 June 02 Lithuania Drops Driver OB-GYN Tests Cheering Latvians welcome home Eurovision winner Chinese President Leaves for Two Summits United States says 19 countries not doing enough to stem human trade State Duma protests discrimination against Russians in Latvia U.S. defense chief meets Nordic, Baltic counterparts Putin to take part in Baltic summit Chinese President Arrives in Riga for Visit to Latvia Reuters historical calendar - June 17 [excerpted] - Red Army occupies Latvia in 1940 Bush signs measure supporting NATO expansion	(no picture)
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01 June 02 Transponder Monitor; digtal uplink capability from Riga Model of Titanic on Public Display Verheugen warns of Ireland delay to EU enlargement Latvian Jan-Feb trade deficit up on import growth Russia, NATO reach historic accord Latvia's ambassador to Britain dies Andersen Merges With E&Y in Baltics Latvia Launches Second Offshore Licensing Round; intentions announced Riga-born Indra Devi, yoga's "First Lady," dies at 102 Latvian parliament vote OKs key language change Latvian premier pushes minister out, risking row Fascinating Facts of the Day [excerpt] Three Baltic presidents arrive in Prague Lithuania Imposes Ban on Beef Import From Poland Reuters historical calendar - May 15 [excerpt] Mad cow triggers ban on beef by eastern neighbors Bush praises Senate vote on NATO expansion Russian Foreign Ministry criticizes retrial Eurovision Song Contest title stays in the Baltics "Latin" Latvia keeps Eurovision title in Baltics Baltic Bids Invited on Offshore Exploration Calls for more awareness to stop sexual trade in Baltics	(no picture)
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No issues in May
11 April 02 Over $21 million humanitarian aid given to Tajikistan U.S. Bud could get EU boost EU regulators approve Scottish & Newcastle's $1.8 billion takeover Lithuania launches plan to rebuild Jewish ghetto European High-Tech Sectors Defined by New Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Technology Fast 500 Ranking [excerpt] Human rights court rules against Latvia in discrimination case Russia Summons U.S. Envoy Over 'Propaganda' Project has Muscovites going 'round and 'round	A 25th anniversary picture
	Union of Baltic Cities
30 March 02 Latvian PM slams OSCE official on language rights Latvia calls to sack OSCE official for backing Russian as second language Statoil buys Shell Baltic petrol stations Poland, Baltic states to work together to ensure Baltic membership in NATO Moscow criticizes Russian language situation in Latvia Feature - Linguistic pride proves NATO problem for Latvia Latvia presses for inclusion in NATO "security umbrella" Lithuania needs three billion euros to shut down nuclear plant	1905 Monument
	Daina Krumins, Martins Krumins
20 March 02 Baltic Defense Ministers Visit U.S. to Highlight Efforts to Join NATO Russian-language radio in Latvia defiant as broadcasting is ordered stopped Riga court orders last imprisoned Stalinist agent released Russia praises Latvia for releasing ailing Stalin-era agent Three Baltic states eager to join anti-terrorist forces Moscow protests shutdown of popular Russian-language radio station Helsinki exchange to merge with Riga, eyes Vilnius Latvia language bill passes first reading Last ex-Stalinist agent to have served prison time is released	Soviet Black Berets leave their mark on free speech
	Arvids' Collection of Latvia Pictures
10 March 02 Britain backs NATO membership for Latvia Latvian Waffen SS vets cancel march DIARY - World Time Changes Shipment of Stolichnaya vodka languishes in Kalingrad Officials from Baltic states gather in Kalingrad Premiers of Baltic states to meet at St Petersburg Russian Foreign Minister opposes Baltic NATO entry Oldest Postcard Sells for $44,300 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Bureau of Export Implements Tier Revisions ANALYSIS-Putin cool as Soviet nostalgics bluster Stalin stalwarts brave rain on death anniversary Protesters warn against return to Stalinism	Old Riga hustle and bustle
	Latvian on your computer
23 February 02 Bud wars: Italy boots Czech beer BOOK REVIEW: Baltic Cities Ex-Latvian central banker registers party NATO head says Latvia could miss NATO invitation if language law is not changed	Alberta iela screaming heads
	Our nascent Alberta iela photo-feature
15 February 02 Rare convict of Stalinist-era crimes dies while serving prison term Latvians hope for U.S. television coverage of Olympics Latvia on track to Euro by 2007 Pumping Price, THE ST. PETERSBURG TIMES Latvian man declares mother dead to collect state funds Latvia Hockey Coach Hopes for Magic German leader expects Baltics in NATO Pricey public toilet in ex-Soviet republic prompts investigation NATO mechanical expansion counterproductive--Putin	(no picture)
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07 February 02 World Forum-Briefs [excerpt] - Vaira Vike- Freiberga Ukrainian Foreign Minister Leaves for Latvia Powell Predicts Large Expansion of NATO US DEPT OF STATE: Support for Latvia's Integration in Euro-Atlantic Institutions Olympics-Prusis case "slap in face" for anti-drug campaign-IOC	Riga Train
	Neo-Paganism
01 February 02 Latvia's hockey team returns to Olympics 66 years later Latvia PM says language law change needed for NATO U.S. urges Latvia to change language law European court supports Slivenko suit against Latvia Latvia is one of strongest candidates for EU membership Putin uses diplomatic reception to chide Latvia Czechs see tough conditions for NATO hopefuls	Freedom Monument (July, 2001)
	Latvian e-Greetings
23 January 02 Those who forget history make it up as they go along Lithuania urges Bush let Baltics in NATO Latvian bobsled captain reinstated for Games Latvia drops action against Charles' 'flower girl'	No. 4 K. Barona iela
	The Lithuanian barrier
16 January 02 New Russian Port Causes Concerns Russia May Revise Participation In Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces Russia says U.S. was unfair in lifting of computer export restrictions The real thing?: Coke cashes in by producing nostalgic drink Russia Considers Prosecution Of Anti-Fascist Veterans Leaders of Baltic States Meet in Riga Estonia's president says new government on track Joseph Stalin was a dictator -- Putin Also: More information on the death of journalist Gundars Matiss	St. Peter's Spire, close-up
	A Latvia travelogue
09 January 02 Germans shocked by dreary school test results Bush lifts speeds limits on computer exports Group Says 37 Journalists Killed Worldwide in 2001 Tajikistan Gets 74 Million Dollars in Foreign Aid Latvian Bobsledder Out of Olympics Higher food prices boost Latvian December inflation PUTIN USES RUSSIANS IN BALTIC STATES TO CHECK NATO EXPANSION Cabinet of Estonia resigns	Lesser-traveled section of Riga (2001)
	University of Washington Baltic Studies
01 January 02 Russian President Putin visits site of new oil-export terminal ANALYSIS-Primorsk opening to boost Russian oil exports Latvia Q3 deficit gap widens dramatically Spain to push expansion during EU presidency The Ghost of Christmas Past, THE MOSCOW TIMES	Old Riga's Swedish Gate (2001)
	Latvia Information Pages, ENIC and NARIC Site

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