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Rail Baltica could be used for defensive military purposes

Construction on the 870-km-long Rail Baltica through Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia is gathering momentum, as the line switches from the Russian broad gauge to the European standard gauge. The EU is covering a large part of the costs.

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Cryptocurrency in Online Gambling: Pros, Cons, and Latvian Adoption

Cryptocurrency has changed many sectors and online gambling has also been affected.

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Why Top Managers Like Latvia’s Alex Halavins Visit Ships in Person

Alex Halavins is a professional with a long background in the maritime world. Born in Latvia, he started working at sea and built a career that moved from sailor to leader.

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Finland's parliament votes to withdraw from landmine treaty due to Russia threat

Several countries bordering Russia — Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland — have recently pulled out of the Ottawa Treaty or announced plans to do so.

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Pensioner poverty in Europe: Which countries have the highest rates?

Pensioners tend to face greater financial difficulty in Eastern Europe, while poverty rates are generally lower in Nordic and Western European countries. Switzerland and the UK are outliers here, showing comparatively high levels of pensioner poverty.

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The Soviet Union occupies the Baltic States – archive, 1940

On 15 June 1940, the Red Army began the annexation of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia

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Thomas Tuchel wants ‘relentless’ England performance against minnows Andorra

After the German coach’s reign began with Wembley wins against Albania and Latvia.

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How to watch Andorra vs England: Live streams, TV channels for World Cup qualifier

The road to Canada, Mexico and the USA continues for England and probably not Andorra as World Cup qualifiers resume

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Talking points as England continue World Cup qualifying campaign against Andorra

England began their qualifying campaign with wins over Albania and Latvia.

The Independent UK

EU's infant mortality rates paint an unexpectedly bleak picture across bloc

Romania, France and Spain have some of the highest infant mortality rates in the EU between 2023 and 2024, while Latvia and Sweden have the lowest rates.

Euronews

Shooting training at schools and dragon teeth at the border: Latvia is preparing for an emergency

To protect themselves from unpleasant surprises, Poland and the Baltic states are fortifying their EU external border with tank barriers and minefields. And Latvia has introduced “military lessons” as a compulsory subject in schools.

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'Lost tourists' in the forest might be Russian spies, Latvia warns

In its annual report, Latvia’s security services said Russian intelligence and security services pose the "main threat" to its national security.

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Beware unkempt tourists: Latvia tells citizens how to spot Russian spies

Security agency warns people in Baltic state to be wary of nosy small talk and tourists with specialist equipment

The Guardian - UK

Latvia warns public that ‘unkempt tourists’ might actually be Russian spies

It comes as NATO members Sweden and Finland have issued booklets with advice on how to survive a war

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Autosport

Sesks working on expansion to 2025 WRC programme with M-Sport Ford

Martins Sesks is working to add a seventh round to his partial 2025 World Rally Championship programme with M-Sport-Ford that continues at Rally Portugal this week.

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Martins Sesks working on expansion to 2025 WRC programme with M-Sport Ford

Martins Sesks is working to add a seventh round to his partial 2025 World Rally Championship programme with M-Sport-Ford that continues at Rally Portugal this week.

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How to watch IIHF World Championship 2025 – live stream, TV channels, schedule

Watch IIHF World Championship 2025 live from anywhere, with Ryan Warsofsky's USA taking on Patrick Fischer's Switzerland in the ice hockey final.

The Guardian - UK

Campaigners sound alarm as European nations move to exit landmine ban

Finland, Poland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania cite rising threats from Russia to justify once again using one of world’s most indiscriminate weapons

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Which country in Europe is home to the continent's heaviest drinkers?

Alcohol consumption in the EU has declined by 0.5 litres between 2010 and 2020. Bucking the trend, several countries have increased their consumption.

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Fact check: The Baltics aren't against a ceasefire in Ukraine

Claims that the Baltic states no longer support a ceasefire appear to stem from a misinterpretation of an article by the Financial Times.

Evening Standard

Jude Bellingham’s wild side may cost England - but it is a risk worth taking for Thomas Tuchel

Real Madrid midfielder was lucky not to get sent off against Latvia and was given a red card last month for abusing the referee

Euronews

From drunk driving to skipping the seatbelt: Which EU country has the most reckless drivers?

A new study reveals alarming data on the state of driving in Latvia, Austria, and Greece.

The Independent UK

Inside Thomas Tuchel’s first England camp – and how the players really feel

Tuchel and his staff have now debriefed after opening victories over Albania and Latvia

The Guardian - UK

Time is not on Tuchel’s side to raise England’s tempo before the World Cup

New head coach must find a way to focus Jude Bellingham and bring Premier League style to international stage

The Independent UK

Thomas Tuchel impressed by England attitude and vows they will ‘get stronger’

England brushed aside Albania and Latvia in Tuchel’s first two games.

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