“Russian Mercenary Group Founder Challenges Putin’s Top Military Officials in Latest Outburst”
Prigozhin’s request is his most blatant public challenge yet to President Vladimir Putin’s top military officials, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov. For several months, the 61-year-old Prigozhin has insulted both Shoigu and Gerasimov, who lead the Russian army, for alleged betrayal. No one has publicly responded to his […]
The Love Stories of Famous Cats and Their Owners: From Ancient Egypt to Modern Day “Hug Your Cat!” Day
The first cats appeared in Ancient Egypt and their origin is associated with the Nubian wild cats. In ancient Egypt, cats were sacred animals that people even worshipped. On the other hand, cats were brought to Europe by the ancient Romans, who brought them with them from their campaigns in the Middle East. In today’s […]
Polish President Signs Bill for Commission to Investigate Russian Influence in Politics
On Friday, the parliament approved a draft law proposed by the national conservative party “Law and Justice” and which may affect the outcome of the autumn parliamentary elections. Experts believe that this bill is against the Polish constitution, and the opposition called on Duda to reject it. Duda said he would approve the bill because […]
“Mars introduces environmentally friendly packaging for chocolate bars”
It is one of the first stages of a pilot project, testing a more environmentally friendly packaging of chocolate bars from the company “Mars Food”. The chocolates in the new packages appeared in 500 “Tesco” chain supermarkets in Great Britain from May 29, according to the BBC. “Mars Food” follows in the footsteps of competitor […]
“Exploring Polygamous Relationships: Findings from ‘Looking for a Husband'”
During the series, four couples try together to understand and reveal to the audience how polygamy has been able to improve their relationship, overcome new relationship challenges and look for people who are ready to engage in polygamous relationships. “Looking for a husband” offers viewers the opportunity to look into the secrets of polygamous relationships, […]
Jubilees and Events in Latvia and the World Throughout History
Jubilees in Latvia In 1961, Jānis Zaržeckis – plastic surgeon. In 1958, Ina Druviete – politician, philologist, and former Minister of Education and Science. In 1954, Māra Cielēna – a poet. In 1934, Gunārs Balodis – painter and film artist. In 1933, Eriks Hanbergs – writer, publicist. Jubilees in the world In 1984, Carmelo Anthony […]
“Why Venice’s Grand Canal Turned Green: Investigation Underway”
The unnaturally green water was first noticed by local residents. The city council called an emergency meeting with police to investigate the origin of the green liquid, and the fire department helped the Environmental Protection Agency take water samples that will be analyzed. This is not the first time that Venice’s Grand Canal has gone […]
“Minuets 55th Jubilee Concert: Celebrating the Timeless Hits of Imants Kalniņš”
The group “Minuets” became popular as a performer of the music of the composer Imantas Kalniņas. The first performance of “Minuet” took place in 1968, when six Jūrmala schoolchildren got together, when the brothers Sējāni and Bartašević started joint rehearsals in rock music with their associates. The anniversary concert program “Zelta 55” will feature the […]
“Lilioma: A Modern Production with Ambitious Visual and Technical Approach at Dailes Theater”
Dailes “Lilioma” has been staged by a creative team, most of whom come from the play’s author’s homeland, Hungary. The audience of Daile Theater is already familiar with the work of the Hungarian director Ildiko Gāšpāras. The 2020/2021 production of Eugene Ionesco’s play “Rhinoceros” in her Daile Theater. In the season of 2018, it received […]
“Baltic Dance Platform: Largest Contemporary Dance Event in the Baltic States Comes to Riga”
The Baltic Dance Platform, which is the largest contemporary dance event in the Baltic States, will be held in Riga for the first time from February 9 to February 11 next year. The submitted works will be evaluated by an international jury consisting of five experts. In total, 77 eligible applications were submitted in two […]