An Exhibition on Latvian Captains and Ships That Made History Will Open in Ventspils. The traveling exhibition "Ships and Captains under the Red-White-Red Flag" has been prepared by the Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation. Visitors will learn about the fates of famous Latvian captains, their ships, and the role of navigation

The traveling exhibition "Ships and Captains under the Red-White-Red Flag" has been prepared by the Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation. Visitors will learn about the fates of famous Latvian captains, their ships, and the role of navigation...

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Latvia is Caught in a Vicious Circle - Economist. Moreover, Latvia has the largest difference in poverty risk between children under six years old and individuals over 75 years old. "The economy is developing, reducing the number of people at risk of poverty. However, there are still many problems.

Moreover, Latvia has the largest difference in poverty risk between children under six years old and individuals over 75 years old. "The economy is developing, reducing the number of people at risk of poverty. However, there are still many problems...

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Latvian hockey players will be forced to play against Ovechkin and Kaprizov – Russia allowed to participate in major tournaments. The CAS annulled all five resolutions of the IIHF council and mandated the inclusion of Russian teams in IIHF competitions affected by these resolutions.

The CAS annulled all five resolutions of the IIHF council and mandated the inclusion of Russian teams in IIHF competitions affected by these resolutions.

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Are you ready? - Forecasters shared the forecast for the upcoming week. At the end of this week and on Monday, there will be many clouds, with brief rain and drizzle expected in some areas, as well as fog. A light wind and calm conditions are anticipated. In most parts of the country, the air temperature will be 0 to +6

At the end of this week and on Monday, there will be many clouds, with brief rain and drizzle expected in some areas, as well as fog. A light wind and calm conditions are anticipated. In most parts of the country, the air temperature will be 0 to +6

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Don't Take Risks: The Consequences of Completely Giving Up Salt for Health.  

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They are thrilled” - expert revealed what surprises foreigners in Latvia. "The offer we promote is uniform. There could be much more advertising for food, not only Riga restaurants but specifically rural food, which foreign guests are thrilled about," said Ziemele. According to her, foreign guests are surprised by the

"The offer we promote is uniform. There could be much more advertising for food, not only Riga restaurants but specifically rural food, which foreign guests are thrilled about," said Ziemele. According to her, foreign guests are surprised by the

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Not all fish are equally beneficial: a dietitian named the types that are better to choose and those to be cautious with. Fish is an important part of a healthy diet due to its content of quality protein, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids. However, as noted by Spanish dietitian María Casas, when purchasing fish, one should pay attention not only to its

Fish is an important part of a healthy diet due to its content of quality protein, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids. However, as noted by Spanish dietitian María Casas, when purchasing fish, one should pay attention not only to its

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A Large Light Festival Will Open in Riga: Over 200 Installations and Thousands of Lights. In Riga, preparations are underway for the opening of the festival "Magic in the Botanical Garden" (Maģija Botāniskajā dārzā), which will last until January 31, 2027. Visitors are promised over 200 light compositions, thousands of colorful

In Riga, preparations are underway for the opening of the festival "Magic in the Botanical Garden" (Maģija Botāniskajā dārzā), which will last until January 31, 2027. Visitors are promised over 200 light compositions, thousands of colorful

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Pentagon Asked Baltic Countries to Refrain from Harsh Statements Towards Russia - Media. It is noted that they argued this by stating that some statements from European leaders and officials undermine the security of the continent.

It is noted that they argued this by stating that some statements from European leaders and officials undermine the security of the continent...

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Kulbergs to Meet with the Progressive Party. Co-chair of the Progressives Andris Shuvaev stated that the party primarily wants to hear the reform plan and priorities proposed by Kulbergs. After that, the Progressives will provide their assessment of the issues they are ready to support and

Co-chair of the Progressives Andris Shuvaev stated that the party primarily wants to hear the reform plan and priorities proposed by Kulbergs. After that, the Progressives will provide their assessment of the issues they are ready to support and...

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Today Rinkēvičs Will Meet Grīnkevičs. According to information on NATO's website, SACEUR is responsible for overseeing all military operations of the alliance at a strategic level and leads Allied Command Operations.

According to information on NATO's website, SACEUR is responsible for overseeing all military operations of the alliance at a strategic level and leads Allied Command Operations.

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Ukraine Halted Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries After Trump’s Pressure – WSJ. Ukrainian military forces temporarily halted attacks on Russian oil refineries after several weeks of pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump. The unofficial pause may last until the completion of the U.S. midterm elections or even longer – until

Ukrainian military forces temporarily halted attacks on Russian oil refineries after several weeks of pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump. The unofficial pause may last until the completion of the U.S. midterm elections or even longer – until

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The U.S. economy grew by 3.4% in the third quarter, exceeding forecasts. The main factors for growth were an acceleration in investments and an increase in government spending. At the same time, the positive dynamics were partially offset by a decrease in exports and a faster growth in imports.

The main factors for growth were an acceleration in investments and an increase in government spending. At the same time, the positive dynamics were partially offset by a decrease in exports and a faster growth in imports.

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Will residents of Latvia receive energy resource benefits? VSAA made an important statement. The VSAA emphasizes: no such benefit exists.

The VSAA emphasizes: no such benefit exists.

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Putin Compares the Baltic to the Strait of Hormuz - What Could This Mean?. Putin claims that Russia does not want war with Europe and does not want problems for shipping in the Baltic Sea. However, at the same time, he stated that Moscow is allegedly ready to respond to any challenge and questioned whether Europe wants to

Putin claims that Russia does not want war with Europe and does not want problems for shipping in the Baltic Sea. However, at the same time, he stated that Moscow is allegedly ready to respond to any challenge and questioned whether Europe wants to

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On Friday, Latvia will be hit by rain, with thunderstorms possible in some areas. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are possible in some areas of Vidzeme.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are possible in some areas of Vidzeme.

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It has been reported how much heating in Riga will increase from December - this may not be the last price hike!. Rīgas siltums has already presented a tariff change project to the Public Utilities Commission (SPRK). According to the proposal, starting from December 1, the cost of thermal energy will be 96.33 euros per megawatt-hour (MWh) excluding VAT.

Rīgas siltums has already presented a tariff change project to the Public Utilities Commission (SPRK). According to the proposal, starting from December 1, the cost of thermal energy will be 96.33 euros per megawatt-hour (MWh) excluding VAT...

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The Prophet Hosea. What Can and Cannot Be Done by Orthodox Christians in Latvia on October 30, 2026?. **What is Remembered in the Church on October 30, 2026**

**What is Remembered in the Church on October 30, 2026**...

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The Saeima Established Conditions for Rejecting Wind Farm Projects. Considering the amendments in the final reading, the Saeima supported the proposal of the Ministry of Climate and Energy, which stipulates that local governments have the right to establish a minimum distance of no more than 2000 meters from the

Considering the amendments in the final reading, the Saeima supported the proposal of the Ministry of Climate and Energy, which stipulates that local governments have the right to establish a minimum distance of no more than 2000 meters from the

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Paid $100,000 for Life at Sea, Now Searching for a Roof Over Their Heads. **The Story of Lanette and Johan**

**The Story of Lanette and Johan**

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Mandatory Registration of Prepaid SIM Cards Introduced. The draft law developed by the Ministry of the Interior (MoI) stipulates that merchants in the electronic communications sector will be required to identify customers and retain their identification data when entering into contracts for prepaid

The draft law developed by the Ministry of the Interior (MoI) stipulates that merchants in the electronic communications sector will be required to identify customers and retain their identification data when entering into contracts for prepaid

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Famous actor Patrick Stewart, known for his roles in 'Star Trek' and 'X-Men,' has died. “With deep sadness, we announce that Sir Patrick Stewart passed away yesterday at his home in Los Angeles,” the statement on the actor's page on X reads.

“With deep sadness, we announce that Sir Patrick Stewart passed away yesterday at his home in Los Angeles,” the statement on the actor's page on X reads.

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Expanding the Possibilities of Using the Agreed Notification. Amendments that are set to come into effect in 2027 expand the possibilities for filling out the agreed notification and allow the State Police to assess the circumstances of an accident remotely. If a traffic accident does not pose a significant

Amendments that are set to come into effect in 2027 expand the possibilities for filling out the agreed notification and allow the State Police to assess the circumstances of an accident remotely. If a traffic accident does not pose a significant

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A New Trend in Literature? 371 Books in 20 Months Earned the Author $1 Million. **How the Digital Novel Factory Works**

**How the Digital Novel Factory Works**

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