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Latvian fugitive killed in dramatic Lithuania shoot-out
LSM
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July 10, 2025
The incident in southern Lithuania, in the Alytus district, involved Latvian citizen Viktors Konopeļkins, who died at the scene. The State Police received a call on Wednesday, July 9th, that people had been found dead in an apartment in Pļavnieki...
Latvia Throws Its Hat In Ring For Albania's Journey Toward EU Membership
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 10. On July 9, Albanian Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Igli Hasani paid a working visit to Riga, where he met with Latvian Minister of Foreign Affairs Baiba Braže, Trend reports. The...
Europe’s Travel Sector Holds Firm in Q2 2025 as Tourists Spend More
Greek Travel Pages
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July 10, 2025
Europe’s tourism industry maintained steady growth in Q2 2025, signaling resilience amid persistent economic pressures, inflation, and geopolitical tensions. According to the latest Trends & Prospects report by the European Travel Commission...
Latvian farmers say seasonal workers are in demand
LSM
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July 9, 2025
Last year, more than 470 farms hired approximately 3,800 seasonal farm workers. Some of these workers can earn around 3,000 euros during the season, but wages could increase further in the future due to competition for competent labour. Karolīna,...
Family raise suspicion of foul play in death of 18-year-old Ghanaian student in Latvia
GhanaWeb
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July 10, 2025
An 18-year-old Ghanaian international student in Latvia, Nana Agyei Oduru Ahyia, has been reported dead under circumstances his family describes as ‘mysterious and suspicious’. According to family spokesperson Sarah Nimli, the deceased was a...
Switzerland Beachvolleyball World Cup
Frankfort Times - Indiana
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USA's Kristen Nuss, right, and USA's Taryn Brasher, left, celebrate their victory against Latvia's Tina Graudina and Latvia's Anastasija Samoilova after the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour Elite16 women's final match, in Gstaad, Switzerland,...
New train route to link Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen from 2026 in another boost for European travel
Euronews
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Published on 10/07/2025 - 16:03 GMT+2 Europe’s long-distance rail network is getting another boost in 2026. Starting next May, passengers will be able to ride the rail from Prague to Copenhagen via Berlin. Deutsche Bahn (DB), Danish Railways (DSB)...
How to Travel in the Baltics on a Budget of $50/Day
Go World Travel Magazine - Colorado
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July 9, 2025
Old Town Riga in Latvia. Photo by iStock Today, I bought breakfast, visited two museums, got lunch and dinner, saw the opera, went out for a drink and then stayed the night in accommodations overlooking Riga – Latvia’s picturesque capital – all...
Family demands Justice over Ghanaian student’s death in Latvia
CNR Citi Newsroom
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July 9, 2025
A Ghanaian family has demanded justice and a full-scale investigation following the suspicious death of their 29-year-old relative, Nana Agyei Oduru Ahyia, a student in Latvia. Nana Agyei, a first-year Electrical Engineering (Adaptronic) student...
UK tourists with burgundy passport given Spain warning over '10 year rule'
Chronicle Live
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July 9, 2025
12:01, 09 Jul 2025Updated 12:01, 09 Jul 2025 Millions of Brits will be heading off to Spain this year, drawn by the allure of balmy temperatures and pristine coastlines. Nevertheless, a travel guru is cautioning UK holidaymakers against making a...
10 Cheapest Cities for Vacation in Europe
Tempo.co
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July 9, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - European vacations are getting more expensive due to rising prices. Many cities once considered cheap, such as Istanbul, Turkey, are no longer so affordable. Popular tourist cities in Spain, Italy, and Greece are experiencing...
Riga Airport seeks commercial partner for terminal concessions
LSM
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July 7, 2025
"The goal is to enhance the modern passenger experience and promote the growth of non-aviation revenues, both in the existing commercial areas and, later, in the extended terminal," said a release. The tender terms of reference, developed in...
Southern Estonia seeing shorter trips and fewer overnight stays by tourists
ERR
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July 8, 2025
More than 70 percent of foreign tourists visiting Estonia stay within Harju County, and few who reach Tartu travel further southeast. Southern Estonia as a whole is also seeing an increase in visitors who spend only a day or just one night in the...
Food prices rise in Latvia – June brings increases in housing and fuel costs as well
Baltic News Network
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July 8, 2025
In June 2025, consumer prices in Latvia increased by 0.1% compared to May, and by 3.8% compared to June 2024. This marks an uptick from the 3.6% annual inflation rate recorded in May, according to data from the Central Statistical Bureau of...
Domestic, foreign tourists increased in spring
ERR
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July 8, 2025
Accommodation establishments served 304,000 tourists in May 2025, which is 4 percent more than in May last year, data from Statistics Estonia shows. 169,300 foreign and 134,900 domestic tourists were accommodated in Estonia in May. Similarly to...
UK tourists in Spain with blue or burgundy passports warned over '10-year-rule'
Birmingham Live
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July 8, 2025
Millions of Brits will be jetting off to Spain this year, with the promise of warm weather and sandy beaches. However, an expert is warning UK tourists not to make one passport error which could ruin your holiday. Kylie, known as...
10 Best Airbnb stays in Riga : Your Guide to Latvia’s Capital
TripZilla
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July 7, 2025
Riga, Latvia’s captivating capital, is a mix of medieval charm and cosmopolitan flair. Its historic Old Town, elegant Art Nouveau district, and vibrant café culture make it a unique destination for travelers seeking both culture and comfort....
Latvia, Czech Republic Deepen Security And Economic Cooperation
MENAFN
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 5. Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže completed a productive working visit to the Czech Republic on July 3–4, where she met with high-level Czech officials and discussed security, defense,...
Full list of Spain travel advice and safety alerts tourists need to know right now
Irish Star
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July 7, 2025
09:39 ET, 07 Jul 2025Updated 09:41 ET, 07 Jul 2025 Spain is a premier vacation spot worldwide, known for its Mediterranean climate, mouth-watering cuisine, and historical landmarks. Compared to other popular tourist destinations, Spain often...
European tourism grows modestly in Q2 2025 as long-haul markets and off-season demand drive resilience
Monaco Life
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July 7, 2025
Europe’s tourism industry posted a stable performance in the second quarter of 2025, with international arrivals up 3.3% year-on-year, underpinned by growing off-season travel and renewed interest from China and the US. Despite persistent economic...