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India temporarily blocks Telegram, citing exam cheating
India has temporarily blocked Telegram, claiming the messaging app was used to leak answers for a medical school entrance exam. The block will last until June 22.
Engadget · 20 min ago
UK will have to ‘dial back’ military plans without more funding, says defence chief
Britain’s most senior military officer warns that without additional funding, the country will have to reduce military operations and exercises, as the defence budget faces a significant shortfall.
The Guardian World · 20 min ago
Raitt Ratasepp Begins Ultra Ride Across Europe: 5000 km in 10 Days to Estonia
Estonian ultra-endurance athlete Raitt Ratasepp started a 5000 km bike ride across Europe on June 16, aiming to finish in 10 days at the port of Räpina in Estonia.
ERR (rus) · 20 min ago
Apple HomeKit Secure Video Gets AI Boost: Descriptive Alerts and Natural Language Search
Apple's HomeKit Secure Video is receiving Apple Intelligence features with iOS 27 and tvOS 27, including more detailed notifications and natural language search for footage, plus energy monitoring.
The Verge · 20 min ago
The Secret EU Trade Negotiator Who Made Trump Wait
Bernd Lange, chair of the European Parliament's trade committee, delayed a transatlantic trade deal for months, demanding safeguards against US President Donald Trump's threats, before a last-minute compromise.
Politico Europe · 20 min ago
Wednesday to be cloudy and windy in Latvia
Wednesday will be mostly cloudy and windy across Latvia, with rain in many areas, while Kurzeme will become sunnier. Temperatures will range from +15 to +20 degrees Celsius.
Apollo.lv · 21 min ago
Estonian farmers to get less EU funding in real terms
Estonian farmers will have less EU funding available in the next budget period starting in 2028 when adjusted for inflation, even though the nominal amount may increase slightly.
ERR News · 21 min ago
Fencer Zamkovojs loses in first elimination round of European Championships
Latvian fencer Zamkovojs lost to Croatian Markota and finished 72nd. Čaikovskis did not advance.
Sportacentrs · 21 min ago
Kambala Family Conflict Escalates into Harsh Accusations
Former athlete Kaspars Kambala and his wife Olga have intensified their dispute ahead of a planned trip to Lithuania, exchanging accusations of infidelity and jealousy.
BNN · 21 min ago
In brief
Tatneft Imposes Temporary Fuel Sales Restrictions at All Its Gas Stations in Russia
Meduza · 21 min ago
LatviaPreiļi Municipality Allocated 425,809 Euros for Drainage System Reconstruction at Military Base
LSM (rus) · 21 min ago
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Wired · 1 h ago
TechnologyLenovo Tab Plus Gen 2: New Tablet with Nine Speakers and Improved Kickstand
The Verge · 1 h ago
UkraineMacron and Zelenskyy caught on camera planning how to handle Trump
Politico Europe · 1 h ago
SportsLithuanian Footballer Named Best Player of May in Latvian Women's League
Sportacentrs · 1 h ago
SportsIran kick off World Cup with draw against New Zealand, flag debate divides diaspora
France 24 · 1 h ago
WorldGerman chancellor presents Trump with personalized football jersey at G7
Euronews · 1 h ago
LatviaRiga Central Market Meat Pavilion Banned from Operation; 'Rīgas nami' Denies Neglect
Delfi · 1 h ago
BalticsEstonia to shut down state alcohol registry as of November 1
ERR (rus) · 1 h ago
CultureHow to Decorate Your Midsummer Table: Tips from an IKEA Expert
BNN · 1 h ago
WorldRussian Dissident Artist Shot Dead in Eastern Poland
The Moscow Times · 1 h ago
CultureToshikazu Kawaguchi's novel 'Before the Coffee Gets Cold' published in Latvian
LSM (rus) · 1 h ago
CultureGovernment Approves Modest Salary Increase for Cultural Heritage Staff
LSM Kultūra · 1 h ago
HealthLatvia records highest male drowning rate in EU; alcohol often a factor
LSM · 1 h ago
DiasporaSwimming Instructor Warns: Alcohol and Water Don't Mix
LSM Diaspora · 1 h ago