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Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago
Cars

This WILD all-terrain motorbike has tread-wheels for adventures in the most inhospitable environments - Yanko Design

The Unitrack electric all-terrain vehicle by Oruga SIA is designed for diverse challenging terrains and offers ease of use, with a manufacturing deadline set for mid-2025. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
EU data protection

Latvia starts criminal proceedings against an EU Parliament lawmaker suspected of spying for Russia

Latvian lawmaker under criminal investigation for alleged ties to Russian intelligence
European Parliament member suspected of being a Russian agent [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Design

Corten Steel & Glass Cabins Make Up A Wonderful Wellness Resort In Latvia - Yanko Design

The Ziedlejas Spa and Wellness resort by Open AD in Latvia features Corten steel and glass cabins with a modern twist on local sauna culture.
The property includes three cabins for overnight stays, a Glass Sauna with pond views, and a Smoke Room inspired by traditional sauna buildings. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Europe news

How Latvia became Russia's big booze supplier DW 02/15/2024

Latvia has become the top supplier of whisky to Russia, with almost three quarters of Russia's imports coming from Latvia. Italy, the world's largest producer, was surpassed by Latvia in terms of wine exports to Russia.
A large portion of alcoholic drinks being shipped to Russia from Latvia are actually sold by Western European companies that are registered in Latvia, indicating that Latvia acts as a distribution center for these companies. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Putin: 'Impossible' to defeat Russia but end of war likely DW 02/09/2024

Russia claims it is impossible to defeat them
Putin denies intention to invade Poland or Latvia [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Europe news

In a Baltic Nation, Fear and Suspicion Stalk Russian Speakers

A Russian-speaking widow in Latvia is facing the threat of losing her residency status and being forced to leave the country.
The widow has lived in Latvia her entire life but received a letter notifying her that she must leave by 2023. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Europe news

In a Baltic Nation, Fear and Suspicion Stalk Russian Speakers

A widow in Latvia has been told she must leave the country despite having lived there her entire life.
Latvia's nationalist politicians are using the Ukraine war to target and scapegoat Russian speakers in the country. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: reports Ukrainian official involved in Nord Stream sabotage; Germany set to double aid to Kyiv

Former Nato secretary general proposes partial membership for Ukraine in Nato
64-year-old man killed in Russian shelling in Kherson
Senior Ukrainian military official involved in sabotaging Nord Stream gas pipelines
German government to double military aid to Ukraine
Latvia's president warns of Russia's long-term war plans in Ukraine [ more ]
euronews
6 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine war: Russian missile shot down near Kyiv following peaceful period in Ukrainian capital

Ukraine shot down a missile targeting Kyiv after a period of relative calm.
Russia launched a wave of attacks close to the frontlines in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy praised the southern city of Kherson for its heroism during the attacks. [ more ]
Stanley Cup of Chowder
4 months ago
Boston Bruins

2024 WJC Day 4 RECAP: Tre Kronor Blanks Canada, Czechia keeps it close against the USA, and Latvia may be dead

Slovakia dominates in a high-scoring game against Norway
Finland gets a much-needed win against a struggling Latvia
Czechia loses a close game to Team USA [ more ]
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