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A disposable BBQ is believed to have sparked a grass fire in Mitcham, prompting eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters to respond

The London Fire Brigade is urging the public to take precautions as dry conditions increase the risk of grass and wildfires across the UK. Here is the free app you must download

Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to arrive in the Latvian capital for the city's 825th anniversary celebrations, opening on August 15 with giant shows, a multimedia show, and a 24-hour basketball tournament

airBaltic is expanding again with new routes from Vilnius to Geneva and Riga to Turin, offering more winter escapes across Europe

The Latvian company will launch new routes from Riga to Tenerife and Gran Canaria, and will operate a seasonal base in Tenerife for the first time, alongside expanding operations to ski destinations in Northern Europe. In total, the company has added 12 new routes for the winter season to popular destinations in Europe and the Canaries

flydubai launches direct route to Riga with three weekly flights, connecting the Gulf to the Baltic nation for the first time. This move is part of the airline's European expansion, now covering 35 destinations in 20 countries

A new partnership allows airBaltic's passengers to enjoy a luxurious spa holiday in the resort town of Jurmala, a short drive from Riga, Latvia. Packages include Comfort and Premium rooms, rich spa facilities, and breakfast

'El Marigalante' tourist ship sank off the coast of Puerto Vallarta in Mexico with no passengers on board, due to a failure in the pump system; all crew members were safely rescued

Latvia's airline adds new destination

AirBaltic resumes flights to Israel

Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to arrive in the Latvian capital for the city's 825th anniversary celebrations, opening on August 15 with giant shows, a multimedia show, and a 24-hour basketball tournament

flydubai launches direct route to Riga with three weekly flights, connecting the Gulf to the Baltic nation for the first time. This move is part of the airline's European expansion, now covering 35 destinations in 20 countries

The capital of Latvia unveils "Riga Rise," a new attraction 65 meters high on the banks of the Daugava River as part of an urban renewal initiative. The new experience combines urban nature, cultural elements, and open landscape views, enhancing the skyline of the Latvian capital with a new draw for all seasons

Impressive rise in tourism to Riga: Record of 1.1 million foreign tourists in 2024, record data for December, and high ranking among top destinations in Europe