In Latvia, a quiet debate is happening among pet owners. It's about something called veterinary biobanking. This is where biological samples from pets are stored and used for research. The goal? To improve the health of animals and maybe even humans. But how much do Latvian pet owners know about thi
A major international operation has cracked down on a complex cybercrime network based in Latvia. This network, known as SIMCARTEL, was providing tools and services to fraudsters worldwide. The operation, led by Europol and Eurojust, resulted in the arrest of seven people and the seizure of a signif
Europe is having a big debate about how to protect itself from threats, especially from Russia. The European Union's top leader, Ursula von der Leyen, suggested building a "drone wall" to keep an eye on and defend against drones coming from Russia. But not everyone is on board with this idea. Franc
Belarus has let go of 52 political prisoners, including activists, journalists, and union leaders. However, over 1, 000 more are still behind bars. This move comes after talks between Belarus's long-time leader, Alexander Lukashenko, and the US. In return, the US has agreed to ease some sanctions on
In a surprising turn of events, a man from Rishon Letzion has been charged with serious offenses related to national security. The charges include communicating with a foreign agent and sharing information with an enemy state. The prosecution has asked the court to keep the man in custody until the
Sports aren't just about games. They can be a powerful tool for countries facing tough times. Right now, Ukraine and Latvia are using sports to show strength and unity in the face of big political challenges. Ukraine is at war. This has changed many things, including sports. The country has made ne
In a sudden turn of events, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has freed several political prisoners. This move came after a meeting with Keith Kellogg, a special envoy sent by former U. S. President Donald Trump. The most notable release was Sergei Tsikhanouski, an opposition leader who had
Kristaps Porzingis has been a towering figure on the basketball court, but lately, his performance has raised eyebrows. After a tough Game 6 against the Knicks, he looked more like he had run a marathon than played a mere 11 minutes. His voice was weak, and his body language spoke volumes about his
A tense situation has unfolded in Lithuania. Four US soldiers have disappeared during a training exercise. The incident occurred near the border with Belarus, a country closely aligned with Russia. This event has sparked a significant search operation. The soldiers were participating in a planned t
The latest findings on global happiness reveal a familiar pattern. Nordic countries are once again at the top of the list. This time, the data comes from a survey conducted by the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford. They used information from the Gallup World Poll, which asked peo
