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July 20th, 2026060 Latvia’s flagship airline is at a serious crossroads this week. Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs recently confirmed that the government is deep in closed-door talks with a strategic investor for airBaltic. The stakes are absolutely sky-high for Riga right now, and everyone from frequent flyers to local business owners is paying...
News

July 16th, 2026021 If you drive across the Daugava river every day, take a deep breath. Riga is about to drop anywhere from 70 to 84 million euros on the long-overdue repair of the Vanšu tilts. Yes, the iconic Cable-stayed Bridge is finally getting the massive overhaul we've all been waiting for. But there is a massive catch. During the estimated...
Sports

July 13th, 2026021 The asphalt is practically melting, but nobody’s slowing down. Grīziņkalns—the undisputed mecca of Baltic street culture and the beating heart of Riga’s summer—is fully activated this July. If you haven't been out to the courts yet this week, you're missing the rawest energy the city has to offer. This isn't just about...
News

July 9th, 2026045 The future just hit the tracks in Latvia, and it’s moving fast.Latvijas dzelzceļš (LDz) is officially the first railway company in the Baltics to tap into a private 5G network.No more lagging connections or spotty coverage when you’re out on the rails.LMT is dropping this massive tech upgrade in test mode right now.It's all about...
Showtime

July 8th, 2026012 Riga’s favorite summer riot just packed up its tents. Positivus 2026 transformed Lucavsala into a pulsing, sweaty epicenter of indie grit and electronic euphoria. If you thought the festival lost its edge moving from Salacgrīva to the capital a few years back, this weekend proved you wrong. The concrete jungle backdrop gave the...
Sports

July 6th, 2026031 Tonight, the city goes crazy for hoops.Latvia faces off against Austria right here in Riga.It’s the FIBA World Cup European Pre-Qualifiers, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.The energy in the arena is going to be electric.If you're not in the stands, you'd better be watching at a local sports bar.Our guys are hungry. They know what a...
Events

July 3rd, 2026029 Lucavsala is about to get loud again. Positivus 2026 is officially locked in for August 8th and 9th. If you were anywhere near the island last year, you know what to expect. Massive crowds, crazy energy, and a lineup that actually delivers. The city's biggest summer weekend is turning into a tradition we can't ignore. Whether you're...
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