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With a prime minister born in the USA and a president who lived for many years in Germany, the diaspora plays an important role in Latvia today. Meanwhile, an intrepid woman is on a mission to tell the story of Latvians scattered around the world.
Pour cette édition de la rubrique "La Lettonie en revue", les articles sélectionnés se penchent sur le soutien à l'Ukraine qui subit depuis 24 février 2022 l'invasion de la Russie. Désormais, la rubrique sera actualisée une fois par mois.
Unlike neighbouring Estonia, Latvia cannot boast hundreds of islands sprinkled along its coastline. But there are a few beautiful ones nestled within the country’s rivers and lakes.
There are many dramatic stories of Ukrainians fleeing their homes in the wake of the Russian invasion. For one Latvian caught up in the tragedy, it meant battling serious illness as well as the horrors of war.
As Ukrainian refugees arrive in Latvia, Latvians are opening their hearts and their homes to them. But the interaction could be enriching for the locals, too.
Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Latvia has pledged to give shelter to 10,000 refugees from the war-ravaged nation. When they arrive, they will meet a substantial community of Ukrainians who arrived here in previous generations.
The situation in Ukraine has generated a desire to help or contribute in some way among the Latvian population. But what can you do? Various different initiatives are already in place. Here are details of some of them.
All winter, our sense of style has been hidden under jackets, jumpers and scarves. But spring offers the chance to strut our stuff again.
Les articles ont été sélectionnés du 05/02/2022 au 22/02/2022 et portent sur l'actualité politico-diplomatique, économique, sportive et culturelle.
From Rundāle Palace to Riga’s House of Blackheads, many old aristocratic piles have been restored to their former glory. But more humble historic structures also deserve some care.
With over half the country covered by trees, Latvia has plenty of woods to explore. But few are as intriguing as Pokaiņi Forest in Zemgale region.
Imagine stepping out your front door and gathering the healthiest foods Mother Nature can provide, for free. One Latvian couple has found such a paradise.
Les articles ont été sélectionnés du 16 janvier 2021 au 3 février 2022 et portent sur les thématiques liées au système de consigne des emballages, aux changements dans le service des renseignements letton, à la hausse des prix des ressources énergétiques et à la culture du hip-hop letton
Latvians are adept at draining bottles, as anyone who has partied with them will know. But one enterprising lady has found a highly creative way of using the empty containers.
With vast swathes of forests, bogs and lakes, Latvia has plenty of wilderness to explore. And if you sit still, you can even get in touch with nature in Rīga.
Après une courte pause hivernale, en 2022 revient "La Lettonie en revue". Les articles ont été sélectionnés du 19 décembre 2021 au 15 janvier 2022 et portent sur l'actualité économique, culturelle et sportive.
Many of us dream of leaving the city behind for a sweet life in the country. One Latvian family has achieved this, in more ways than one.
The new year has arrived, and it’s time to put those resolutions to get into shape and shed some kilos into action! One energetic Latvian may be able to help with a uniquely bracing exercise program... as long as you don't mind an early start.
From rural manor houses to Jūrmala’s summer cottages, Latvia has a wealth of historic timber architecture. And today, skilled artisans still wield hammers and saws to produce wooden marvels.
Around the world, many 19-year-olds spend hours playing computer games in their parents’ basements. But at that tender age, one Latvian has already created a unique product in the lucrative gaming industry.
Les articles ont été sélectionnés du 5 au 19 décembre 2021 et portent sur la Lettonie dans le domaine international, les actualités du monde de l'art et du monde de sport
While in pre-industrial times horses were vital partners for transportation and labor, the closest most of us get to them these days is watching Western movies. But some 21st century folks have forged close relationships with these likeable beasts.
Over the centuries, Abgunste Manor has served as an aristocratic residence, a schoolhouse and an apartment building for collective farm workers. But perhaps the most radical alterations to this handsome estate 80 kilometers south of Rīga have been made by one young family over the last five years.
Les articles ont été sélectionnés du 17 au 3 décembre 2021 et portent sur l'actualité politique, une commémoration historique, l'actualité culturelle et sur les tensions entre les médias publics et les hommes politiques lettons.
From pine needle tea to birch sap juice, Latvians glean a rich array of remedies from their forests, bogs and meadows. But the most promising natural tonic grows on bushes brought in from abroad, which clever locals are turning into an orange bonanza.
The classic get-rich-quick scheme is to build a better mousetrap. But what about revolutionising other long-perfected everyday items like... hats?
Les articles ont été sélectionnés du 1 au 15 novembre 2021 et portent sur les commémorations du jour de Lāčplēsis, les actualités du ministère étranger, la création d'une plateforme numérique qui relie l'expression artistique et les problèmes sociaux et l'aide sanitaire française en Lettonie.
As Latvians look forward to Independence Day on November 18, national pride will be stirred by the nation’s rich musical traditions. One man in Latgale is doing his utmost to nurture this sweet-sounding heritage.
Winter is approaching, and the nation is crying out for warm jumpers even as clothing stores are closed for lockdown. But one enterprising woman is knitting a solution to the problem.
Les articles ont été sélectionnés du 15/10/2021 au 31/10/2021 et portent sur l'actualité sanitaire, culturelle, sportive en Lettonie.
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