rus.delfi.lv

DELFI brings you news to your pocket!

The new DELFI Android app has been completely redesigned with a fresh look and feel to give you the best experience. It gives you everything you've come to expect and love from the Latvian leading news portal. Stay informed with the latest headlines, live video streams and original stories from Latvia and around the globe. The new version will bring you a greater personalization, you can dig deeper into the news and stories that matter most to you. Get in-depth coverage of Latvian and international politics, Editor’s choice, sports and entertainment. Always be prepared with up-to-date weather reporting. Follow breaking news with pop-up alerts. Share stories you love easily to your social networks or friends.

Key features:

* BROWSE AND READ STORIES from News, Sports, Entertainment, Tech and Travel. Watch related videos, enlarge images and share stories via Facebook, Twitter, email .

* FIND CONTENT FAST: a new top navigation for swiping quickly across popular sections!

* MY DELFI news feed is a newly introduced feature allowing you to personalise your news, offering possibility to select news categories you want to follow. Stories from topics you select will appear in your personalized My DELFI feed.

* STAY TUNED WITH US: get Breaking news push alerts and and follow top stories as they develop. You can receive the push notification with or without sound so it won’t disturb you.

* LANDSCAPE support for more convenient news reading;

* SPREAD AND SHARE NEWS YOU LIKE: sharing options introduced (commenting, social buttons).

* BE PART OF DELFI NEWS: Share your photo or video story and be part of the DELFI citizen journalism and share breaking news to our editorial office;

* WATCH DELFI TV life streams coverage from events and sports and access full range of video content library.

* PICTURES Flip through the best photos of the day featuring news, sports and celebrities. Check out the latest editorial cartoons from around the country. Share your favorite photo galleries with friends.

* WHEATHER: Get live weather conditions and the five-day forecast for your favorite locations.

NOTE:

The DELFI app for Android supports all devices running Android OS (4.0.3+).

The DELFI app requires certain permissions to provide you with the best possible reading experience. Here's a little bit about what each one does:

* Photos/Media/Files: This permission allows the app to cache images locally, reducing load times for pages you revisit.

* Location: the DELFI app requires permission for your demographic information in order to display you the precise weather forecast based on your current location.

At DELFI we love apps and we love the mobile web, but above all we’re happy when you're happy, so keep giving us your feedback and suggestions on what you want to see next. You are the ones driving DELFI success, so let us know what you think at !

What's New in the Latest Version 6.2.4-DEV-203

Last updated on Jun 28, 2024

Social media authentication fixes

Overview

Rus.Delfi.lv is a popular Latvian news website targeting the Russian-speaking population of Latvia. It provides comprehensive coverage of local and international news, with a focus on politics, economics, society, and culture.

History and Ownership

The website was launched in 2005 as a part of the Delfi media group, one of the largest media companies in the Baltics. Delfi is owned by the Estonian company Ekspress Grupp, which also operates several other news websites and media outlets in the region.

Content

Rus.Delfi.lv publishes a wide range of news articles, opinion pieces, interviews, and multimedia content. Its coverage includes:

* Politics: Domestic and international political news, including elections, government decisions, and political scandals.

* Economics: Business news, financial markets, and economic trends.

* Society: Social issues, healthcare, education, and cultural events.

* Culture: Art, music, literature, film, and entertainment.

* Sports: Local and international sports news, including football, hockey, basketball, and tennis.

Target Audience

The website primarily targets Russian-speaking residents of Latvia, who make up approximately 25% of the country's population. Rus.Delfi.lv provides a platform for this community to stay informed about current events and engage in discussions on various topics.

Influence and Impact

Rus.Delfi.lv is one of the most popular news websites in Latvia, with a significant reach among the Russian-speaking population. It plays an important role in shaping public opinion and providing a platform for political and social discourse.

Criticism and Controversies

The website has faced some criticism for its perceived bias towards certain political parties and its coverage of sensitive topics. However, it generally maintains a high level of journalistic standards and strives to provide balanced and objective reporting.

Recent Developments

In recent years, Rus.Delfi.lv has expanded its digital presence by launching mobile apps and developing a strong social media presence. It continues to be a leading source of news and information for the Russian-speaking community in Latvia.