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The article highlights the five most popular recipes from the website Receptes.lv for the week of March 16 to March 22.

Amber Beverage Group Holding, the majority shareholder of the Latvian alcoholic drink producer Amber Latvijas balzams, has defaulted on its obligations, leading Nasdaq Riga to place the company under surveillance.

New amendments proposed in Latvia aim to ease document submission for social service benefits to reduce bureaucracy for low-income citizens.

Four vehicles from a Jewish volunteer ambulance service have been burned in London, with the police investigating the possibility of an antisemitic hate crime.

Kristīne Jelinska has publicly acknowledged on Instagram her relationship with the ex-husband of her former best friend, Diana, after previously denying rumors.

A tragic accident in Prauliena parish resulted in the deaths of three individuals, all of whom were unlicensed drivers.

Lelde Stumbre won the first annual award from the Dramaturgs Association for her play 'Durvis aizveras', determined by a reader jury voting.

Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates reported new Iranian attacks, including ballistic missiles targeting Saudi capital.

A tragic accident in Jelgava involving a Mercedes Benz Vito minibus has resulted in the death of the driver, with new details regarding the circumstances of the incident emerging.

In Rēzekne, a man was detained for indecency and public disturbance after he exposed himself in front of children in a public place.

The National Rehabilitation Center 'Vaivari' in Latvia hosted 24 Ukrainian health care and rehabilitation specialists to enhance their knowledge of modern rehabilitation methods.

Chad is deploying 800 police force members to Haiti as part of a UN-sanctioned mission to combat gang violence.

This article explores the historical significance and enduring nature of using pots and pans as tools of political protest, particularly through the lens of cultural practices like 'casserolade' in Europe and 'cacerolazo' in Latin America.

This article discusses Richard Nixon's resignation amidst impending impeachment, followed by his interviews with David Frost that explored his actions during the Watergate scandal.

The legendary British band The Cure is set to perform for the first time in Lithuania and Estonia in August.

Latvian basketball player Noah Williamson contributed to Alabama University's victory, helping the team reach the NCAA tournament's Sweet 16 round.

The series 'Aurora. The Editorial Office' is set to be showcased at the prestigious Series Mania festival in France, a significant event for the television industry.

The Latvian series "Aurora. Redakcija" has been selected to be showcased at the prominent Series Mania festival in France, highlighting its significance in the international television industry.

A leaked video of Justin Timberlake's arrest in June 2024 has generated significant public interest and media attention.

A new report highlights unprecedented heat records and urgent calls for action to address climate change.

Latvia's beach volleyball duo of Tīna Graudiņa and Anastasija Samoilova finished fourth in the World Team Championships against Brazil over the weekend.

Latvia is expected to experience predominantly sunny weather this week with daytime temperatures rising close to 15 degrees Celsius on certain days, despite some cloud cover.

In the third round of Latvia's 'Tonybet' football league, RFS remains unbeaten while BFC 'Daugavpils' is yet to score any points, and the match between Ogre United and FK Liepāja ended with a narrow victory for the latter.

The article discusses how the social enterprise status of the Talsi Sports School allows it to attract additional funding while addressing the challenges of operating in a declining population.

Latvia's Minister of Defense, Andris Sprūds, is expected to explain his department's stance on the US at a coalition meeting scheduled for March 30.

This article discusses an interview with artist Kristians Brekte about censorship and its implications in contemporary Latvian art.

More than 230 people have been evacuated in Hawaii due to severe flooding, with Hollywood actor Jason Momoa also forced to evacuate his home.

Nicholas Brendon, known for his role in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," has died at the age of 54, as confirmed by his family on social media.

A joint scholarship competition for women in science has been announced by the Baltic States Academy of Sciences in collaboration with UNESCO national commissions.

Since its establishment in late July 2025, the Džūkste biogas metering point has pumped over 0.5 million cubic meters of gas into the system, according to Latvia's Minister of Climate and Energy, Kaspars Melnis.

On Sunday, nine people were injured in traffic accidents in Latvia, according to the State Police.

Latvian players Eduards Tralmaks and Sandis Vilmanis had noteworthy performances in recent AHL matches, contributing to their teams despite one loss and one win.

The Latvian Ministry of Finance states that an additional 92 million euros will be required to meet the defense spending goal of 5% of GDP in the upcoming budget.

The Latvian Ministry of Finance has announced the need for an additional 92 million euros in the defense budget for the next year to meet NATO's target of 5% of GDP for defense spending.

Zemgus Girgensons and the Tampa Bay Lightning faced a defeat against the Calgary Flames in an NHL game, losing 3-4 in overtime.

Another choir has exited the competition in the latest episode of 'Choir Battles', with various performances evaluated by a judging panel.

The article analyzes claims made by Prime Minister Siliņa regarding increased social benefits for families in Latvia, particularly focusing on child support payments and demographic investments.

Most penalties imposed on municipalities by the Data State Inspectorate regarding a significant data leak have now come into effect.

Latvian Deputy Dombrava highlights deficiencies in immigration monitoring, particularly regarding foreign students who often fail to attend classes after obtaining residence permits.

Deputy Dombrava raises concerns over the lack of monitoring regarding foreign students in Latvia, specifically highlighting issues related to students from third-world countries who fail to attend classes.

Protests erupted in Damascus in response to a government decree significantly restricting alcohol sales in restaurants and bars.

The Summer Sound 2026 festival in Liepaja, Latvia, will feature prominent EDM artist Hardwell and popular drum and bass duo Sigma, along with a variety of other local and international artists.

An entomologist from the University of Latvia reports that this winter's conditions were ideal for ticks, with their awakening already beginning as temperatures rise.

This week's weather forecast for Latvia predicts a mix of clouds and rain, with some sunny periods and varying temperatures throughout the week.

The State Police of Latvia has launched a criminal investigation into the death of a student at the Riga Technical University dormitory.

Danish MEP Anders Vistisen believes social issues have become more prominent than geopolitical concerns in the run-up to elections, overshadowing topics like Greenland's future and relations with Trump.

A drone attack has damaged the port of Primorsk in the Leningrad region of Russia, leading to a fire and the evacuation of staff, according to provincial governor Alexander Drozdenko.

Israel's armed forces have initiated extensive assaults on Iranian regime targets in Tehran, leading to reports of explosions in the city.

In response to U.S. President Trump's threats, Iran has warned of escalating attacks on critical infrastructure in the Persian Gulf, amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The State Border Guard College in Latvia is hosting an open day on April 17th, inviting the public to learn about education opportunities and careers within the border guard service.