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Google launches iOS maps app
Google has released its much-awaited iOS Maps app, which is expected to be favoured by Apple Maps users.
Vanessa-Mae performs for Latvia’s audience after a two-year break
On Wednesday, December 12, Arena Riga featured a concert by world-known violin player Vanessa-Mae, who presented her newest program after a two-year long break. During her concert, she performed new musical compositions compiled from her earlier launched albums.
PhotoWhat did the world search for in 2012?
2012 was a year of big moments, from global games to historical elections and everything in between. Google analyzed over one trillion queries to showcase what the world searched for.
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Five types of gift givers: tips to plan holiday spending appropriately
After years of studying residents’ holiday spending habits, Swedbank's Institute of Private Finances has defined five most common types of gift givers.
December 12 in pictures
BNN offers to take a look at the most interesting, the most scandalous and simply the most beautiful pictures of the day.
12/12/12 - mass weddings and Pope's first tweet
12/12/12 is not just another set of numbers, it is something much more, numerologists say.
Laima clocks rang for the first time ever
On Wednesday, December 12, at 12 o’clock, Laima clocks in Riga rang for the first time since their installation.
More people plan to celebrate Christmas modestly
This year’s proportion of residents that plan to celebrate Christmas modestly has increased somewhat compared with last year. These residents plan to spend no more than 40 LVL on their Christmas spending. While this amount was acceptable for 27% of respondents, this proportion increased to 39% this year.
Lubana and Aluksne reported to have the thickest layer of snow
The recent snowing period in Latvia covered Lubana and Alukne knee deep in snow: the layer of snow there reaches 28 and 26 cm. Riga, on the other hand, has only 19 cm of snow, Daugavpils is reported to have the least across the country – 10 cm.
Sikh soldier guards Buckingham Palace wearing turban
A Sikh soldier has made history as he guards Buckingham Palace wearing a turban instead of the traditional bearskin.
5 ways to get nothing done
With rare exceptions, everybody wants to be productive. It means advancing your career, feeling a sense of accomplishment and even opens the opportunity for guilt-free vacations and rest. There are plenty of ways to circumvent your own productivity, though. If you're bent on sabotaging your todo list, here are a few options to consider.
British Queen's Christmas message to be in 3D
The Queen Elizabeth II will be omnipresent like never before in her 3D Christmas message this year.
Scientists name extinct lizard after President Obama
The scientific community has come up with an unusual way of honoring President Barack Obama after his re-election--by naming an extinct lizard after him.
The most important phones of 2012
The smartphone market of 2012 has seen some heated competition. The usual contenders all released solid hardware. But the dynamic between them changed, too—Windows Phone arrived as a serious third OS option, and 2012 ended with exciting new models of iPhone and Android devices. Gizmodo offers a look at the best new products people put in their pockets this year.
PHOTO: Rabbit Kingdom in Esplanade Park
With Christmas becoming closer and closer, Esplanade Park’s little market is as active as ever. This year’s market event features a special Rabbit Kingdom to entertain its visitors.
December 11 in pictures
BNN offers to take a look at the most interesting, the most scandalous and simply the most beautiful pictures of the day.
Daily joke: Ear muffs
Ear Muffs Winters are fierce in Minnesota where he lives, so the owner of a construction project felt he was doing a good deed when he bought earmuffs for his foreman.
Latvia covered in snow: problems on the roads and power failures
The current situation on Latvia’s roads is made complicated by snowfall – connection across the country is made difficult because of snow and ice, informs Latvijas Valsts ceļi.
Experts: unbelievably good shopping offers on the internet are most likely frauds
The end of the year is the hottest time for shopping. Special offers, discounts and colourful advertisements are but a few ways merchants attract buyers’ attention not only in supermarkets, but within the digital environment as well.
The world's most expensive whisky
Janet Sheed Roberts, the granddaughter of Glenfiddich founder William Grant, lived to the ripe old age of 110. She died earlier this year, but on her final birthday, her family decided to honor the milestone.
Video: 5 pick-me-up movies for the job search blues
Things you never hear in life: "No, I don’t want a raise," "I wish I had less vacation time" and "Job searching is fun." In fact, the latter can take a toll on your self esteem at a time when you need all the confidence you can get. If you happen to be looking for a job right now (or want to keep this in mind for the future), here are five job-related movies that will offer you up some laughs, as your hunt for the perfect career continues.
December 10 in pictures
BNN offers to take a look at the most interesting, the most scandalous and simply the most beautiful pictures of the day.
May 22 in pictures
Riga mayoral candidate. Guntis Belēvičs: bull in a china shop?
Survey: popularity of current Ventspils management is below 50%
Economic Diary: Smash Business with Taxes
Latvia's foreign trade export is growing faster than import
Latvenergo's profits drop by 18.5% in 2012
PAA bath manufacturer modernizes production plant and creates Silk Stone material
Prudentia distances from the consequences of the advices it once gave
Paul Krugman declined participation in the First Riga Economic Forum
Friendship between Unity and Prudentia: gigantic losses for state budget
HM: smoking in the presence of a child is considered abuse
Latvia's living costs reach record high level
May 16 in pictures
Petrol price fixing scandal: oil giant bosses to be jailed if found guilty
Gold shipment worth EUR 483,000 lost in Miami
French President: austerity endangers EU
The most horrifying industrial disasters of all time
Greek politician slaps woman live on TV
Colombia hosts Miss Pole Dance 2012
VIDEO: Airline fined for in-flight bikini show
VIDEO: The birth of a snowflake
VIDEO: World's most dangerous marketplace
May 21 in pictures
May 20 in pictures
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