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Latvian Foreign Minister: Trump knows ‘very well’ that ‘NATO is not a rip-off’
The Public's Radio - Rhode Island
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June 26, 2025
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže says her country “supports” Trump’s efforts to make peace between Ukraine and Russia, but says NATO “will have to push Russia to peace.” (Mehmet Futsi/Anadolu via Getty Images | Getty Images)At a press...
Rail ticket gives unlimited travel in 24 countries from £34 — but you need to be quick
Metro
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July 2, 2025
Planning your next adventure? (Picture: Getty Images) For 52 years, Interrail has been offering travellers a cheap way to explore Europe — and now they’re selling train tickets for 20% off. The One-Country pass allows for unlimited train travel...
Latvian Foreign Minister: Trump knows 'very well' that 'NATO is not a rip-off'
NPR
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June 26, 2025
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže says her country "supports" Trump's efforts to make peace between Ukraine and Russia, but says NATO "will have to push Russia to peace." Mehmet Futsi/Anadolu via Getty Images/Getty Images hide caption toggle...
Brits warned about Brexit rule that could see travellers banned for 3 years
The Bolton News
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Going away is exciting, but before setting off, it's important for anyone planning to visit certain countries to be well-informed. This is especially true in the post-Brexit era, which has seen the introduction of new regulations in recent years....
Delays in introducing joint train/bus ticket in Rīga
LSM
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July 2, 2025
Representatives of Vivi indicated that as soon as the new service is ready and available to passengers, the public will be informed. The single ticket, which is expected to cost two euros, will allow residents to use it for travel on both Rīga...
Bus routes launched in Latvian-Estonian border area
LSM
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July 2, 2025
The bus routes will help to solve transport accessibility problems in border regions and facilitate everyday mobility, especially for older people. In a festive atmosphere, the ribbon is cut and the first passengers set off on a test run,...
Fremont teen heads to Latvia for summer program
Tri City Voice - California
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July 1, 2025
One of 440 students selected from thousands of high school applications, Mission San Jose High School student Cham Yu is set to travel to Latvia this summer to study Russian as a part of the National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y)...
Wind damages Rīga's beaches
LSM
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July 1, 2025
The Housing and Environment Department of the Rīga City Council has assessed the damage and will begin cleaning up the beaches as soon as possible. Several days of strong winds and the resulting waves have caused serious damage - wooden walkways...
April 2025: Easter vacations support European hospitality activity by MKG Consulting
Hospitality Net
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July 1, 2025
While Easter weekend fell at the end of March in 2024, this year it fell in April. The spring vacations fell in the same timeframe, which helped to keep leisure destinations busy. Stabilization of occupancy and average daily rate trends in...
Rural tourism businesses hopeful for the rest of summer
LSM
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July 1, 2025
This summer, residents of the Baltic states plan to travel mostly within their own countries, as well as visit neighbouring countries, according to a survey conducted by representatives of the Latvian autonomous intermediary company Booking Group...
Taking popular pill on holiday with you could see you jailed
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 1, 2025
A pharmacist has issued a warning to the millions of people in the UK who regularly take an over-the-counter pill. Co-codamol is a common medication here, but it is either banned or heavily regulated in several countries, including Greece and...
Carlos Alcaraz row as BBC commentator jokes about Brit’s beach volleyball star girlfriend
Wales Online
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July 1, 2025
Wimbledon is in full swing, and there's been plenty of drama on and off the court in the opening days of the Grand Slam, with reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz making headlines on Day One Carlos Alcaraz's quest for a third consecutive Wimbledon...
"Jelena Ostapenko decided not to give a f**k" - Iga Swiatek fans relieved after Latvian's shock Wimbledon loss to World No. 51
Sportskeeda
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June 30, 2025
Jelena Ostapenko's shocking first-round exit from Wimbledon led to Iga Swiatek's fans rejoicing. The Latvian boasts a 6-0 win-loss record against the Pole and was in the same half of the women's singles draw at SW19 as the former No. 1. On Monday,...
How much does the governor of the Bank of Latvia earn? Kazāks’ latest declaration reveals the figures
Baltic News Network
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June 30, 2025
Last year, the Governor of the Bank of Latvia, Mārtiņš Kazāks, earned a total income of 221,943 euros, according to his official declaration of public office. Of this amount, 197,177 euros came from his position at the Bank of Latvia. The...
UK tourists could be 'banned' from Europe for three years as Foreign Office issues warning
Daily Star
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June 30, 2025
The Foreign Office has cautioned UK holidaymakers that they risk being barred from European getaways for up to three years. Following the UK's departure from the EU, UK citizens' unrestricted travel within the European Union came to a halt....
Foreign Office warns UK tourists risk being 'banned' from Europe holidays 'for three years'
Birmingham Live
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June 30, 2025
The Foreign Office has warned UK tourists risk being "banned" from European holidays for THREE YEARS. With the UK’s exit from the EU, UK nationals’ freedom of movement within the European Union came to an end as well. However, they are still able...
EU rule could see UK holidaymakers turned away for holidays for three years
Belfast Live
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June 29, 2025
UK holidaymakers keen on jetting off to sunnier European climes like Greece, Spain, and France must keep on top of post-Brexit rules when travelling with a UK passport, or they could face being turned away for up to three years. Travellers are...
EU rule could see Brits turned away for holidays for three years
Daily Express
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June 29, 2025
People who are planning to travel to Greece, Spain, France and more this year must follow a specific rule that came in after Brexit if travelling on a UK passport - or risk being banned from EU countries for three years. Millions of Brits are...
Latvia Warns Citizens on Travel Risks to Russia and Belarus Amid Espionage Threats
Mezha
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June 20, 2025
The Latvian State Security Service has urged citizens to refrain from traveling to Russia and Belarus during the summer holidays due to high risks associated with intelligence activities, recruitment, and provocations. This information was...
Why Electric Go-Karting in Riga Should Be on Your Bucket List: 8 Reasons You Shouldn’t Miss It
The Baltic Review
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June 27, 2025
Riga is full of surprises. From its charming Old Town to its vibrant nightlife, it offers something for every traveler. But if you’re looking to add excitement, speed, and a healthy dose of adrenaline to your itinerary, there’s one experience that...