On Thursday, June 18, the Danish renewable energy developer "European Energy" opened a solar park in Tārgale, Ventspils. The solar park covers a total area of 138 hectares, the company reported.
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From peaceful wreath-making to lively outdoor dances – a spectacular program of solstice celebrations is in store across Latvia again this year. To help you navigate the wide range of events, here’s a glimpse into the various festivities.
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This summer, the creators of the animated film Laimīgie (The Happy Ones), are teaming up with the passenger train company “Vivi” and several Latvian cities, to encourage families to use the rail network to enjoy day trips.
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RIGA IFF FORUM (22–25 October), the industry platform of the Riga International Film Festival (RIGA IFF), has opened submissions for the 2026 edition of RIGA IFF SHOWCASE and SHORT RIGA test screenings.
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The Latvian central bank, Latvijas Banka (LB) said on June 16th it was revising its economic growth forecasts for the country downwards, amid continued international tensions.
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From June 21 to 27, France will host one of the world’s largest animation forums, the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, which will also be attended by representatives of Latvia’s animation industry, according to a release from the
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In the first quarter of 2026, compared to the fourth quarter of 2025, housing prices increased by 1.2%, according to the latest preliminary data published by the Central Statistical Bureau on June 15th.
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Researchers presented 2025 data at the Stockholm School of Economics in Rīga on Monday showing that Latvia's unofficial or 'shadow' economy actually grew last year.
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