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Temperatures in Latvia are predicted to rise to +6 degrees Celsius this Saturday, with cloud cover and occasional rain in many regions.

Riga's Civil Protection Commission convened to assess preparations for potential flooding due to rising temperatures and snowmelt.

In February, Latvian police apprehended ten 'money mules' collaborating with phone scammers, utilizing strategic tactics including dressing as a pharmacist for a covert operation.

Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams will perform in Riga, Latvia, on September 27 instead of Estonia.

Musician and composer Fēlikss Ķiģelis celebrated his 50th anniversary with a grand concert in Riga's VEF Cultural Palace.

Police in Riga disguised as a pharmacist to catch 'money mules' involved in fraud, successfully arresting ten individuals for scam activities in February.

Canadian rock musician Bryan Adams has announced new European tour dates, performing in Riga on September 27 as part of his promotion for the album 'Roll With The Punches'.

The prestigious National Film Awards 'Lielais Kristaps' will be held on March 1st at the Riga Congress Centre, honoring the best Latvian films and film professionals from the past year.

The Latvian men's national basketball team is set to compete against Poland in a crucial World Cup qualifying match in Riga today.

The week of "Great Kristaps" in Latvia sees the premiere of two films, including Laila Pakalniņa's documentary "Scarecrow," which explores the coexistence of urban environments and wildlife at Riga Airport.

The Ukrainian men's basketball team, coached by Ainars Bagatskis, will face Spain in World Cup qualifying matches in Riga.

The alternative rock band 'R.A.P.' has released their first concert EP featuring five songs from their reunion concert held in March 2025 at the 'Palladium Riga' venue.

Rīgas Siltums has installed a fast-acting electrode boiler to enhance heating efficiency and increase tariff stability.

Ukrainian scientist Natālija Amirulojeva is balancing her roles between Dnipro and Riga while continuing her research and teaching at the University of Latvia.

Māris Žigats discusses his band Pienvedēja piedzīvojumi's journey and the challenges of organizing a concert in a podcast appearance.

Residents of a new apartment building in Ķengarags, Riga, are frustrated as unauthorized vehicles regularly occupy their designated parking spaces, leaving them without a place to park.

The arrest of a Russian professor in Riga before his lecture raises questions and leads to various interpretations in the absence of official commentary from Latvian authorities.

The Riga City Council held its longest meeting of the current term, lasting over 20 hours and addressing crucial issues for residents.

A naked man was seen walking along railway tracks near Torņakalns railway station in Riga.

The Riga City Council has initiated the process to prepare for the listing of shares of the public company "Riga House Manager" on the stock exchange.

The Competition Council of Latvia conducted procedural actions at the Maxima Latvia office in Riga, with the company cooperating fully.

Inese Siliņeviča, a judge dismissed due to fraud allegations, is now working as an assistant judge despite ongoing legal proceedings against her.

The Riga City Council held its longest meeting of the current term, discussing 102 important issues, including housing policies and cultural support, while notably not debating a key agenda item about the sale of shares for a city property management company.

Starting March 1, 2027, Riga will implement mandatory sorting of paper, plastic, and metal waste, as well as separate collection of organic waste.

AS "Rīgas siltums" has inaugurated a new electrode water-heating boiler at its heating plant in Imanta, Riga.

The Riga City Council has initiated preparations for the public listing of "Rīgas namu pārvaldnieks," despite previous hesitations regarding the company's readiness and the implications for residents.

Rīga plans to implement traffic changes in its historic center to improve air quality as outlined in the city's air quality improvement action program for 2026-2030.

The Latvian Competition Council conducted activities at the 'Maxima Latvija' office in Riga, while the company cooperated fully and provided the necessary information.

Latvian sculptor Viktorija Pelše has died, with a farewell ceremony taking place in Riga.

The Latvian State Police emphasizes the need to combat crimes related to war justification and the use of aggressor symbols while urging public awareness to ensure national security.

Riga City Council has approved the termination of indefinite rental contracts for municipal apartments, moving to five-year agreements instead.

The Riga City Council has significantly increased its financial support for the Riga Marathon and youth sports events.

Riga's municipal leadership believes that reorganizing and reducing the number of kindergartens will allow for better teacher salaries and improved educational resources.

This Friday, Latvia will experience slightly warmer temperatures, with the possibility of rain and sleet in various regions according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre's forecasts.

An 18-year-old from Rīga suffered a collarbone fracture while playing sports, and despite receiving initial care at a district hospital, he was redirected for surgery in Rīga due to backlog issues in emergency services.

The Riga City Council has adopted regulations to provide financial support for rent to qualified specialists, specifically teachers and police officers.

The Riga City Council has approved a new system for charging rent on municipal apartments effective July, a move that has not been taken previously.

Accumulated snow is being gradually removed from the streets of Riga by city authorities using over 140 pieces of machinery.

The Canadian instrumental rock band Godspeed You! Black Emperor is returning to Riga, Latvia, on March 3 for a concert at Hanzas perons, accompanied by Irish duo One Leg One Eye.

On February 25, the concert hall ''SPELET'' hosted the only concert in the Baltic states featuring ''Mayhem'', ''Marduk'', and ''Immolation'', attracting a loyal audience due to the rarity of heavy metal events in Riga.

Maxima Latvia is investing over 1 million euros to upgrade its store and culinary facilities in Riga, which includes significant changes to at least 10 stores this year.

Riga's mayor Viesturs Kleinbergs has rated the city's winter street maintenance as between a '6 and a weak 7,' indicating a need for improvement.

On Thursday, Latvia will experience mostly cloudy weather with the possibility of light snow in the northern regions, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Center.

Latvian weather forecasts indicate that Thursday will be predominantly cloudy with some snowfall in northern regions and increased wind speeds along the coast.

A group embarks on a challenging hike from Medemciems to Beberbeķi, navigating through thick brush and snowy terrain, while reflecting on the journey's experiences and hopes for future adventures.

The Estonian hockey team HC Panter faced a significant defeat against Riga's HK Mogo/RSU, losing 7-0 due to inadequate preparation and routine issues.

The Riga City Council's meeting was paused after approximately ten hours, with plans to reconvene the following day.

Riga will have 158 polling stations for the upcoming Saeima elections this fall, as confirmed by the Riga City Council's recent decision.

The Riga City Council meeting was interrupted after deputies bickered over various issues, including the restructuring of educational institutions and the closing of kindergartens.

The Riga City Council has approved a plan to close and reorganize multiple educational institutions in the city by 2026.