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Hand holding a Lervig ‘No Worries’ alcohol-free beer can with colorful cartoon artwork, against a blurred backdrop of Stockholm’s greenery and buildings.
A color smartphone photo of two notices posted on a wooden door at the Pilsonības un migrācijas lietu pārvalde (PMLP — Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs) in Latvia. The top sign reads "2. ZĀLE (Uzturēšanās atļauju noformēšana)" — Hall 2, for processing residence permits — with the website www.pmlp.gov.lv at the bottom. Below it, a second notice headed "CIENĪJAMIE KLIENTI!" (Dear clients!) states in bold red and black text: "KLIENTU APKALPOŠANA NOTIEK TIKAI VALSTS VALODĀ — LATVIEŠU VALODĀ" (Customer service is provided only in the state language — Latvian), accompanied by the Latvian flag.
A news photo from Delfi showing a middle-aged man seated at a table or press desk, sharply in focus, with short dark hair graying at the temples and black rectangular glasses. He wears a brown checkered jacket and rests his clasped hands under his chin in a thoughtful pose, looking slightly to the side. The background is a plain light gray wall, and the lower part of the frame is partly blocked by a dark foreground object, with a blue-capped bottle visible at the right edge. The image has the clean, cropped look of a typical press or conference photograph.
screenshot of the LSM.lv homepage taken on a smartphone at 11:07 AM on May 14, 2026, showing two major breaking news stories side by side. At the top, a text-only headline reads: “TIEŠRAIDE: Premjere Evika Siliņa demisionē – krīt jau iepriekš faktiski izjukusī valdība. Ziņu speciālizlaidums” (LIVE: Prime Minister Evika Siliņa resigns — an already effectively collapsed government falls. Special news broadcast), published at 10:25 and updated at 11:04, with a subheading explaining that Progresīvie’s decision to withdraw support for the Prime Minister triggered the crisis. Below it, beneath a photo of Agriculture Minister Armands Krauze in a dark suit and red tie, is the updated headline: “Aizturēts zemkopības ministrs Krauze un bijušais ZM valsts sekretārs Kronbergs; premjere atstādina ministru” (Agriculture Minister Krauze and former MoA State Secretary Kronbergs detained; Prime Minister dismisses the minister), published at 10:34 and updated at 11:03.
A hand holds up a can of Guinness Draught 0.0% Alcohol Free Stout in the foreground, with the iconic gold harp logo and “Est’d 1759” clearly visible. Behind it, in soft focus, sits a perfectly poured pint glass — deep mahogany-black with a thick, creamy white head, looking remarkably convincing. Guinness 0.0 was developed to replicate the full draught stout experience without alcohol, using a cold filtration process rather than heat to remove the alcohol while preserving the flavour.
flat lay photograph on a dark grey wooden surface showing a Kodak Ektar H35 half-frame film camera in black with silver trim, a built-in flash, and the Kodak logo embossed on the front, with a black wrist strap attached. Behind it sits a box of RETO Amber T800 Tungsten ISO 800 color negative film in 35mm format (135, 27 exposures), a motion picture–based film known for its cool blue tones in daylight and warm rendering under artificial light
A screenshot of the Latvijas Žurnālistu asociācija contact section on a dark background, with the heading “KONTAKTI” in gold. Below it are the organization’s legal address, “Strēlnieku iela 4 Rīga, LV1010,” the email address “zurnalisti.nvo@gmail.com,” and the X account “@zurnalistilv,” each paired with a matching icon. The screenshot is from latvijaszurnalisti.lv
A scene on a Rīga street on April 12, 2026 — the day newborn daughter Ausma was brought home from the maternity hospital. Viewed from behind, a man in a blue hooded jacket carries a large navy bag over his shoulder and pushes a black pram with a sleeping newborn inside, while a young child in a blue jacket and black hat rides on the pram’s buggy board. To the left, the family’s black and white Border Collie Druva trots on a leash along the pavement. Historic Rīga apartment buildings, parked cars, and bare early-spring trees line the street in the background.
A short video in which a person explains the meanings behind four Latvian holiday names in a cheerful, bilingual style mixing Latvian and English. They break down: Lieldienas (Easter) from liels "big" + dienas "day" = "big day"; Ziemassvētki (Christmas) from ziema "winter" + svētki "celebrations"; Saulgrieži (solstice) from saule "sun" + griezties "to turn"; and Jāņi (Midsummer), noting it literally just means "John." The video ends with a playful "Happy big day!" greeting for Easter.
Screenshot of the XCancel website showing an embedded X/Twitter post by the account “Viktors Valainis (@ViktorsValainis)” marked “3h.” The post text thanks for an invitation to meet at Donald J. Trump’s residence, Mar-a-Lago, for talks with @EricTrump, @DonaldJTrumpJr, and business leaders, mentioning strategic projects to strengthen cooperation, investment, and support Latvia’s growth and innovation. Below the text is a photo of three men in suits posing indoors beside a large column and dark curtains; the footer shows “Feb 19, 2026 · 10:59 AM UTC” and engagement counts (10 replies, 5 reposts, 30 likes, 1,736 views). XCancel is a Nitter-style frontend used to view X/Twitter content.
Screenshot of Jellyfin's web music player interface showing the Beastie Boys album "Ill Communication" with the song "B-Boys Makin' With The Freak Freak" playing at 3:01 of 3:53. The black-and-white album cover is displayed on the left, with playback controls including pause, skip, and shuffle buttons below a cyan progress bar. The queue below shows additional tracks including "Sure Shot" (3:19), "Tough Guy" (0:57), "B-Boys Makin' With The Freak Freak" (currently playing, 3:53), "Bobo On The Corner" (1:13), "Root Down" (3:32), and "Sabotage" (2:58), each with heart and menu icons.
My Podcasts” screen at 18:04, showing the All tab selected and a grid of podcast subscriptions. Visible covers include “Šķiltava | Žurnāls Ir,” “Hard Fork,” “Pod Save America,” and “Pod Save the World,” each marked with a blue “NEW” label and a small X button in the corner. At the bottom, a currently playing episode bar shows a blurred podcast artwork and the title “505: Epstein…”
A bottle of Tērvete Saules non-alcoholic wheat beer with citrus notes stands next to a glass filled with cloudy, pale golden beer topped with a thick white foam head on a wooden table. The bottle features a yellow label with sunburst design and the text “Anno 1971” and “bezalkoholiskais” (non-alcoholic). Behind them, a Christmas tree decorated with red ornaments glows softly out of focus, illuminated by white lights, creating a festive holiday atmosphere.
People paddleboard along the Rīga city canal on a 4th Advent Sunday, many dressed in bright red Ziemassvētku vecīša (Santa Claus) and rūķu (elf) costumes. In the foreground, a paddler in a blue jacket leads the group on a sup board, while behind him Ansis Dobelis from supfit.lv and friends glide toward a brick bridge framed by leafless winter trees and park paths on both sides.
Young child wearing moss green and navy blue winter jacket with black hat, smiling while pulling ocean green plastic sled through snow-covered park. Snow-laden bare deciduous trees fill background. Child’s father visible in distance. Fresh snow covers ground with visible sled tracks. Overcast winter morning in Grīziņkalns park, Rīga. Child appears mid-walk, actively sledding.
A young blonde child sits in a black leather barber chair at RahBarber barbershop in Rīga, covered with a black and gold geometric-patterned cape. Barber Arta, wearing a dark hoodie, stands behind cutting the child's hair. The modern barbershop interior features gray walls, a red vintage-style station with styling products and tools on the left, and professional barbering equipment. The atmosphere is contemporary and stylish.
A screenshot of the SurfSense Dashboard interface in dark mode. The header displays “SurfSense Dashboard” with a welcome message. Below is a “Your Search Spaces” section showing one existing search space card titled “Latvia” with tags for “Land, People, Economy, Government and society, Cultural life, History” and a creation date of November 15, 2025. To the right is a card with a plus icon to “Add New Search Space.” The interface includes a “Create Search Space” button in the top right corner.
A street scene in Rīga captured on October 24, 2025, showing a historic corner building with a distinctive tower featuring decorative circular windows. A cherry picker lift extends upward, beaming a film light into an upper window, suggesting film or video production in progress. Trolleybus wires cross overhead, and traffic including cars, buses, and white vans fills the street below under an overcast sky.
At a wooden table in Alus Muiža pub in Rīga, hands hold colored pencils over an open sketchbook filled with red ink drawings of people. A glass of golden beer sits on the table alongside a black pen. The scene captures a creative moment of sketching pub patrons in this cozy local establishment.
On a wooden table in Kaņepes Kultūras Centrs, Rīga, two tall glasses of amber beer are illuminated by candlelight. One glass in the foreground contains Malduguns Sānslīde beer, with another glass and a candle visible in the background. The setting is cozy and atmospheric, with a person in a red shirt partially visible behind the candle.
A Latvian online survey question asking, “In your opinion, what could be the risks if illegal and legal immigration are not restricted?” Several answer choices are listed below, including concerns about increased crime, new ethnic communities forming, a decreased proportion of Latvians, or seeing no risks. The interface includes checkboxes for all answers and navigation buttons, and the image is from the VisiDati.lv platform.
Broadcast graphic titled “Best Team” showing the top five—Poland 3144, Norway 2795, Austria 2792, Ukraine 2786, and Morocco 2682—over a live street scene in Vienna with tram tracks, spectators, staff, and a tram on the right.
Source context: Frame from the 1st Official World Tram Driver Championship live stream in Vienna. Broadcast graphic titled “Best Team” listing places 11–15—Latvia 2010, Italy 1925, Netherlands 1913, Algeria 1807, and France 1762—overlaid on a city street scene with tram tracks, barriers, event staff, spectators, and a tram on the right.
A large auditorium filled with thousands of people, with green stage lights illuminating the crowd. The event is Atea “The Place to Be” at Oslofjord, featuring Atea CEO Steinar Sønsteby speaking on stage. Two large screens display his image to the audience, who are mainly Atea employees from Sweden, Norway, Finland, Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia. Many attendees wear shirts representing their countries.
A smartphone screenshot showing a virtual queue webpage for mily.lv. The message states “You are now in line. Thank you for your patience.” It notifies the user that the estimated wait time is more than 4 hours due to high traffic, and explains that a virtual queue is being used to manage the number of simultaneous users. The page will refresh automatically and advises not to close the browser. The last update time is displayed at the bottom.
A screenshot of the Delfi.lv news website homepage. The page displays a navigation bar with sections for news, business, life, sports, culture, auto, Tasty, and Delfi TV. Several news headlines in Latvian are visible, covering topics such as the Kremlin's stance on peacekeepers in Ukraine, a prosecutor's investigation into possible child neglect in a social care center, economic updates, Russia's exit from a torture prevention convention, a pipeline explosion in Russia, and the opening of a new café in an office building. The headlines are accompanied by related images, including people having coffee, officials, firefighters with a fire truck, and interior views of a café.
A screenshot of a Truth Social post by Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump). The post has the header “Truth Details” and states that Washington, D.C. will be “LIBERATED today,” claiming crime, savagery, filth, and scum will disappear, and promises to make the capital great again. Trump asserts that he has already fixed the border with “ZERO ILLEGALS in last 3 months” and says D.C. is next, ending with “President DJT.” The post shows 11.1k ReTruths, 48.6k Likes, and was published on 8/11/25 at 3:11 PM.
A screenshot of a Google search results page in Latvian showing a live UEFA Champions League football match between Malmo FF and FC Copenhagen. The score is 0-0 in the 86th minute. Additional information includes buttons labeled “Apskats” (Overview), “Kalendārs” (Calendar), “Komandu sastāvs” (Team line-up), and “Statistika” (Statistics). The match is being played at Eleda Stadion, and times are displayed in Latvian local time.
A tall, rounded turret with a patterned brown roof rises from the corner of an old brick building at the intersection of Čaka and Ģertrūdes streets in Rīga, Latvia. At the very top of the turret, a seagull is perched on a golden finial. Overhead, the sky is cloudy, and some electrical wires cross in front of the building.
A person’s wrist wearing a black watch displaying the time 21:45 is shown above a self-checkout scanner at a Rimi grocery store. Next to the scanner is a single can of beer. The checkout area features a red sign with the word “Skenējiet.” The setting suggests it is late evening, just before 22:00, on a Sunday—coinciding with a change in Latvian law that will soon restrict grocery store alcohol sales to earlier hours.
Screenshot of the Google Translate mobile website interface in Latvian, showing the translation direction set from German (vācu) to English (angļu). Two German words are listed: “Luder” (noun) and “Slut”, with dictionary links next to each. The top part of the screen displays translation options for text, images, and websites.
An empty country road with a meadow in the background, where corncrakes are calling.
A photo taken in Odziena shows a hand holding a bottle of Odzienas Muižas Alus, an American Pale Ale. The label features the Odziena Manor logo and details about the beer style, including its alcohol content (3.8% ABV) and bitterness (30 IBU). In the background, a bicycle is parked next to a rural bus stop marked “Odziena,” with a quiet road, lush green trees, and open countryside under a partly cloudy sky. The scene captures a relaxed moment enjoying a locally brewed craft beer in the Latvian countryside.
A presidential alert notification in Latvian displayed on an iPhone screen. The alert warns of an upcoming severe thunderstorm in southern Latvia during the night of July 10 to 11, with expectations of heavy rain, strong wind gusts, and possible hail. The message advises caution with outdoor activities, recommends rescheduling or canceling plans due to potential flooding and infrastructure disruptions, and instructs to call emergency services (112) if there are any health or life-threatening incidents. The notification also mentions that more safety information is available on the 112 website. The time “20:00” is blurred in the background.
A screenshot of a webpage from Anthropic’s research section, displaying a highlighted paragraph. The highlighted text reads: “Although this might seem counterintuitive based on the bottom-line results, we think this experiment suggests that AI middle-managers are plausibly on the horizon.” The page includes bullet points discussing improvements to Claudius’ search tools and business management models, with navigation links for Claude, API, Solutions, Research, Commitments, Learn, and News at the top.
A glass of Helsinki Bryggeri IPA sits on a light wooden table in a hotel restaurant in Helsinki. The beer has a hazy golden color with a frothy white head, and the glass is branded with the Helsinki Bryggeri logo. The background features a softly lit, modern dining area with other patrons and tables, creating a relaxed and inviting atmosphere.
A photo taken in Grīziņkalns, Rīga, during the Jāņi (Midsummer) celebration. In the foreground, a hand holds a reusable plastic cup decorated with the traditional red-and-white geometric pattern of the Lielvārdes josta (Lielvārde belt), a revered Latvian national symbol known for its intricate designs and deep cultural significance. The cup is filled with Nurme’s Pils, a crisp pilsner-style beer brewed by the local Nurme brewery. In the background, people are gathered outdoors on the grass, some sitting on a bright green blanket, while others stand and watch a stage with green lights, enjoying the festive atmosphere of Latvia’s most important solstice holiday.
A bottle of “Skroderdienas” beer from Valmiermuiža sits on a wooden table at the Latvian National Theatre (Nacionālais teātris) in Rīga, just before the performance of “Skroderdienas Silmačos.” This unfiltered pale lager is specially brewed by Valmiermuiža for the event, using traditional Latvian brewing methods and natural ingredients. The beer is poured into a glass with a thick, foamy head, and another bottle is visible in the background, capturing the festive and cultural atmosphere of the occasion.
A screenshot of a Google search result for “solstice 2025.” The result, in Latvian, states that the solstice will occur on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 05:42 Eastern European Time. An illustration next to the text shows Earth’s orbit around the Sun, marking the positions of the equinoxes and solstices for spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
A pint glass of Anarkist IPA sits on a perforated table in Kimmel kvartāls, Rīga. The beer has a hazy golden color and a frothy head, characteristic of the Anarkist New England IPA, which is known for its fruity hop character and smooth, unfiltered body. The background is softly blurred, with other similar glasses visible, capturing the relaxed, urban atmosphere of this historic quarter in the city center.
This image shows the preliminary results from the 2025 municipal elections at polling station 79, Rīgas Raiņa Vidusskola, located at Avotu iela 44, Rīga. Out of 2,184 voters, 2,170 valid ballots were counted (99.36% of envelopes). The results table lists each political party or alliance, the number of valid votes received, and their percentage of the total: PROGRESĪVIE leads with 674 votes (30.86%). Jaunā VIENOTĪBA follows with 355 votes (16.25%). Nacionālā apvienība "Visu Latvijai!"-"Tēvzemei un Brīvībai/LNNK" received 336 votes (15.38%). LATVIJA PIRMAJĀ VIETĀ had 248 votes (11.36%). Other parties, including Apvienotais saraksts, Suverēnā vara, Latvijas attīstībai, and others, received smaller shares . These results reflect the local voting preferences at this specific polling station during the 2025 Riga municipal elections.
This image is the official campaign logo for the political party Progresīvie (The Progressives) in the 2025 Riga municipal elections. The slogan “Cilvēcīga Rīga” translates to “Humane Riga” or “A City for People,” emphasizing the party’s vision for a city where everyone feels safe, welcome, and supported. Progresīvie is a social-democratic and green political party in Latvia, known for its focus on transparent governance, social justice, and sustainable urban development. For this election, their priorities in Riga include: • Thorough and systematic street renovations, including sidewalks, benches, safe pedestrian crossings, and bike lanes. • Honest and transparent city governance. • Modern, fast, and accessible public transport. • A safe and joyful city environment. • Support for those facing difficulties and opportunities for active residents to improve their neighborhoods. Their candidate list for the 2025 Riga City Council election is led by Viesturs Kleinbergs, with a team of experienced council members and new professionals from various fields. The party positions itself as an alternative to previous administrations, aiming for a more open, people-friendly, and European Riga.
A screenshot from the YouTube channel @5467u6587’s “Videoklipi” (Videos) section, displaying a grid of Latvian-language video interviews and discussions. The thumbnails show various people in conversation, both in color and black-and-white, seated at tables or in home-like settings. Video titles include interviews with writers, translators, poets, and art critics such as Inga Žolude, Ieva Viesi, Andris Vilcāns, Ilmārs Šlāpins, Ivars Šteinbergs, Juta Ance Romberga, Santu Hiršu, Valdu Čakari, and Daini Deigeli. Each video lists its duration, number of views, and how long ago it was uploaded, with some videos showing as few as zero views and others over 100. The interface is in Latvian, and the YouTube dark theme is enabled.
can of “Good Thymes” fizzy summer lager—a collaboration between Nurme Brewery and Bite Me—sits on a table at Bite Me, a bar in Rīga’s Grīziņkalns district, right next to Ziedoņdārzs park. The beer is brewed with thyme and quince, and in the background, glasses of the same golden lager and a person in a green shirt add to the relaxed, summery atmosphere.
A screenshot from the Central Election Commission of Latvia (CVK) website showing the working hours for early voting and election day in the 2025 municipal elections. The schedule lists early voting times on June 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, with varying hours each day, and specifies that election day is Saturday, June 7, from 8:00 to 20:00
A close-up photo of capybaras in their outdoor enclosure at Riga Zoo. The capybara in the foreground stands on sandy ground, its coarse brown fur illuminated by sunlight. Other capybaras are visible in the background near rocks and trees, with the zoo’s naturalistic fencing and stonework creating a habitat that mimics their native environment. Tall trees and lush greenery surround the enclosure, highlighting the peaceful and social nature of these large South American rodents.
A small glass jar filled with homemade green pesto sits on a kitchen countertop, sealed with a black lid. In the blurred background, a stainless steel milk heater and a Brita water filter are visible, adding a cozy, practical touch to the kitchen setting.
A black-and-white photo taken in Rīga featuring the large “RĪGA” sign, with a statue of the cat from the Oscar-winning animated film “Flow” perched atop the letter “A.” The cat sculpture, created by Kristaps Andersons, is a tribute to the film’s international success and has become a popular photo spot in the city. In front of the sign, your border collie Druva sits obediently, while a child peeks out from inside the letter “G.” The scene is set in a lively public space with trees and the historic Kolonāde pavilion in the background, capturing a moment that blends local culture, cinema, and personal connection.
A pint glass of Anarkist IPA sits on a wooden table in Andalūzijas Suns, a lively bar in Rīga. The beer has a hazy golden-orange color with a frothy white head. In the background, the bar’s spacious, industrial-style interior is softly lit with hanging lamps, and patrons are enjoying drinks and conversation, creating a warm and bustling atmosphere.
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A hand holds a bottle of Vega Post IPA, a beer brewed specially for the Clarion Hotel Post in Göteborg. Through the hotel room window, the illuminated Göteborg Central Station and trains are visible in the evening light, with taxis and commuters bustling outside. The scene captures a relaxing moment enjoying a local craft beer with a view of the city’s main transport hub.
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A glass of Malduguns Clipa APA beer sits on a wooden table in the cozy atmosphere of the pub “Alus muiža” in Riga. The beer glows with a golden hue under soft lighting, with a frothy head partially clinging to the glass. Other patrons are visible in the dimly lit background, adding to the lively yet relaxed ambiance.
A screenshot of an email from INDEXO Bank announcing the launch of Apple Pay support for their cards in Latvia. The email highlights that, for the first time, residents of Latvia can add a locally issued bank card to Apple Wallet and make payments using Apple Pay. The message emphasizes the significance of this milestone for local banking, encouraging customers to support Latvian banks instead of foreign-owned ones. The email promotes INDEXO Bank as a modern, locally focused financial institution that offers competitive benefits, including generous interest on account balances and rewards for customer loyalty. Instructions invite users to add their INDEXO Bank card to Apple Wallet for fast, convenient, and secure payments in stores, apps, and online
A screenshot of the “My Apps” section in the App Store on an iPhone. The screen displays a list of installed and previously downloaded apps, each with its icon, name, and the date it was last downloaded or updated. Visible apps include Sony | Sound Connect, Headspace: Sleep & Meditation, Magic Stamp, Vivi Latvija, Virši, Mona for Mastodon, Organic Maps: GPS navigation, Airalo: eSIM Travel & Internet, and eParakstsLV. The “Open” button appears next to most apps, while Airalo shows a cloud icon, indicating it is not currently installed on the device. The time displayed at the top is 13:32.
A colorful interior scene from the Mexican restaurant “Amigo” on Ģertrūdes iela in Rīga. The tables are covered with vibrant, floral-patterned tablecloths, and wooden chairs are arranged around them. In the background, a mural depicts a beach sunset with palm trees and birds, while a multicolored umbrella, festive papel picado banners, and stage microphones add to the lively and welcoming atmosphere.