70,000 security forces and a ban on marches in central Paris: France prepares for a tense Halloween. In France, there are fears of a repeat of mass unrest amid a new wave of protests. On Saturday, October 31, demonstrations will coincide with Halloween, which, according to business representatives, may further complicate the work of law enforcement

In France, there are fears of a repeat of mass unrest amid a new wave of protests. On Saturday, October 31, demonstrations will coincide with Halloween, which, according to business representatives, may further complicate the work of law enforcement...

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The Netherlands Refuses to Participate in 'Eurovision-2027' Due to Israel's Participation. The decision to withdraw was made by the Dutch public broadcasting corporation (NPO). According to Kulturologia.ru, organizing a performance for the country's representative proved impossible due to serious disagreements among the broadcaster's staff

The decision to withdraw was made by the Dutch public broadcasting corporation (NPO). According to Kulturologia.ru, organizing a performance for the country's representative proved impossible due to serious disagreements among the broadcaster's staff...

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Latvia Signs Five-Year Contract with Canadian Company: What Will the NAF Servicemen Receive. Latvia has signed an agreement with the Canadian defense equipment manufacturer Galvion for the supply of tactical helmet systems for the needs of the National Armed Forces.

Latvia has signed an agreement with the Canadian defense equipment manufacturer Galvion for the supply of tactical helmet systems for the needs of the National Armed Forces.

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7 Myths About Cellulite and Effective Ways to Combat 'Orange Peel'.  Myth 1. Cellulite is a disease that requires treatment. In fact, it is just a way for the body to store nutrients (fats) in the subcutaneous layer. Instead of treating cellulite, one should look for ways to release the reserves from subcutaneous

 Myth 1. Cellulite is a disease that requires treatment. In fact, it is just a way for the body to store nutrients (fats) in the subcutaneous layer. Instead of treating cellulite, one should look for ways to release the reserves from subcutaneous

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Hours before Halloween, a shooting occurred in an American store: one dead and several injured. In the city of Fairfield in Northern California, a shooting took place at a Spirit Halloween store, which specializes in Halloween merchandise, on the evening of October 30. As a result, one person was killed and six others were hospitalized with

In the city of Fairfield in Northern California, a shooting took place at a Spirit Halloween store, which specializes in Halloween merchandise, on the evening of October 30. As a result, one person was killed and six others were hospitalized with

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Do women die more often than men? Latvia's statistics show an important difference. In the first nine months and a few days of 2026, 10,350 women and 9,192 men died in Latvia. Thus, the number of deceased women was 1,158, or 12.6%, higher than that of men.

In the first nine months and a few days of 2026, 10,350 women and 9,192 men died in Latvia. Thus, the number of deceased women was 1,158, or 12.6%, higher than that of men.

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Lars von Trier's Daughter Made a Film About Her Father: The Director Spoke About His Serious Illness for the First Time in a Long Time. A 23-minute documentary dedicated to the life and work of Lars von Trier has been published on the video platform Vimeo. The film was made by the filmmaker's daughter, Agnes Trier.

A 23-minute documentary dedicated to the life and work of Lars von Trier has been published on the video platform Vimeo. The film was made by the filmmaker's daughter, Agnes Trier.

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“All the red lights were on”: State Audit criticized Valka, now sports, culture, and family support are at risk. ### “The situation resembles Rezekne”

### “The situation resembles Rezekne”

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In Jurmala, the fees for a number of cemetery services will almost double: how much will have to be paid starting from 2027. Residents of Jurmala will have to pay more for services at municipal cemeteries starting next year. The city council approved a new price list this week, which provides for a significant increase in the cost of several services.

Residents of Jurmala will have to pay more for services at municipal cemeteries starting next year. The city council approved a new price list this week, which provides for a significant increase in the cost of several services...

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Effective Ways to Prevent Hair from Frizzing.  It is frustrating when the hairstyle you spent a lot of time on gets ruined by humidity outside. Hair starts to frizz, and the hairstyle looks unkempt. This problem can be solved with the right care and styling products, as explained by a stylist.

 It is frustrating when the hairstyle you spent a lot of time on gets ruined by humidity outside. Hair starts to frizz, and the hairstyle looks unkempt. This problem can be solved with the right care and styling products, as explained by a stylist...

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Interceptor Drones Are Already on Duty at the Latvian Border: NATO Tests New Technologies in Adazi and Selia. ### NATO Tests How to Integrate Technologies from Different Countries

### NATO Tests How to Integrate Technologies from Different Countries

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No Tears and Tantrums: How to Introduce Your Child to Adult Food.  

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From Yamal to Western Siberia: Zelensky announced the expansion of the range of Ukrainian drones. Russia continues to strike at Ukraine's energy system, and new attacks regularly undermine the efforts of emergency services to restore damaged infrastructure. This was stated by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, on Friday, October 30, in

Russia continues to strike at Ukraine's energy system, and new attacks regularly undermine the efforts of emergency services to restore damaged infrastructure. This was stated by the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, on Friday, October 30, in

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There Will Be Little Sun: Forecasters Talked About the Weather in Latvia on October 31. On Saturday, October 31, predominantly cloudy weather is expected in Latvia, although the sun may peek through the clouds in some areas.

On Saturday, October 31, predominantly cloudy weather is expected in Latvia, although the sun may peek through the clouds in some areas.

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The Day of Luke. What Orthodox Christians in Latvia can and cannot do on October 31, 2026?. In the folk tradition, the day was associated with the name of the saint and was called the Day of Luke, and it was considered necessary to eat something with onions.

In the folk tradition, the day was associated with the name of the saint and was called the Day of Luke, and it was considered necessary to eat something with onions.

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"A coup is happening in Poland" — Vice-Chairman of the Constitutional Court. At the same time, the police received a letter from a tribunal judge stating the likelihood of "threats to the life and health of judges and staff of the Constitutional Tribunal." As reported by Onet, the letter was sent by Judge Anna

At the same time, the police received a letter from a tribunal judge stating the likelihood of "threats to the life and health of judges and staff of the Constitutional Tribunal." As reported by Onet, the letter was sent by Judge Anna

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The U.S. State Department approved the sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine for $2.1 billion. It is noted that Ukraine will receive PAC-3 MSE missiles. The delivery will also include classified and unclassified spare parts for the missiles and other related logistical support and software assistance. The main contractor will be Lockheed

It is noted that Ukraine will receive PAC-3 MSE missiles. The delivery will also include classified and unclassified spare parts for the missiles and other related logistical support and software assistance. The main contractor will be Lockheed...

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This bird has been waiting for its deceased owner near the hospital for about eight years. According to media reports, Martin accompanied his owner for treatment at the Bolivian Eastern Oncology Institute in Santa Cruz de la Sierra. After the man's death, the rooster remained near the medical facility.

According to media reports, Martin accompanied his owner for treatment at the Bolivian Eastern Oncology Institute in Santa Cruz de la Sierra. After the man's death, the rooster remained near the medical facility...

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One Name Was the Most Popular for 30 Years: How Girls Were Named Over the Last Century. Over the last century, fashionable names for girls have changed around the world: some remained at the top of the rankings for decades, while others became popular due to movies, music, and cultural trends. Good Housekeeping analyzed statistics from

Over the last century, fashionable names for girls have changed around the world: some remained at the top of the rankings for decades, while others became popular due to movies, music, and cultural trends. Good Housekeeping analyzed statistics from

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Who Will Be Left Without a Seat? The First Week of Government Negotiations Brought New Intrigues. Prime Minister candidate Andris Kulbergs ("United List", UL) assures that the parties are finding common ground on the most important issues. However, behind the external agreement, the first disagreements have already emerged, and "New Unity" is

Prime Minister candidate Andris Kulbergs ("United List", UL) assures that the parties are finding common ground on the most important issues. However, behind the external agreement, the first disagreements have already emerged, and "New Unity" is

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Latvia Faces Shortage of Flu Vaccines: When Are New Deliveries Expected?. According to the president of the association, Alise Nicmane-Aishpure, family doctors currently have mainly high-dose vaccines intended for patients over 60 years old. These supplies arrived in the last few days.

According to the president of the association, Alise Nicmane-Aishpure, family doctors currently have mainly high-dose vaccines intended for patients over 60 years old. These supplies arrived in the last few days.

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In the Netherlands, an entire train station weighing 720 tons is being moved: the historic building will be relocated by 13.6 meters. As [reported](https://nos.nl/artikel/2637244-megaoperatie-in-vught-monumentaal-stationsgebouw-wordt-opgetild-en-verplaatst) by the Dutch public broadcaster NOS, the operation is set to begin between 8:00 and 9:00 AM. By midday, the 28-meter-long and

As [reported](https://nos.nl/artikel/2637244-megaoperatie-in-vught-monumentaal-stationsgebouw-wordt-opgetild-en-verplaatst) by the Dutch public broadcaster NOS, the operation is set to begin between 8:00 and 9:00 AM. By midday, the 28-meter-long and

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Where to Now Look for the Ministry of Economics of Latvia? Five State Institutions Have Changed Their Address in Riga. Along with the Ministry of Economics, four institutions have moved to new premises - the Consumer Rights Protection Center, the Competition Council, the Latvian National Accreditation Bureau, and the Central Statistical Bureau.

Along with the Ministry of Economics, four institutions have moved to new premises - the Consumer Rights Protection Center, the Competition Council, the Latvian National Accreditation Bureau, and the Central Statistical Bureau.

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A Road is Being Built in Poland at a Height of 80 Meters: The Giant Overpass Will Be the Tallest in the Country. A giant structure measuring 1,082 meters will be built between the settlements of Żarnowa and Godowa, on the section of road between Babica and Jawornik. The height of the tallest supports reaches 80 meters, while the width of the structure will be

A giant structure measuring 1,082 meters will be built between the settlements of Żarnowa and Godowa, on the section of road between Babica and Jawornik. The height of the tallest supports reaches 80 meters, while the width of the structure will be

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