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Haze, frost and still no thaw – the latest weather forecast for Latvia
February 4, 2026
Heating bills rise in Latvia – the government promises support
February 3, 2026
“This is essentially genocide” – Latvia’s President on Russia’s actions in Ukraine
February 2, 2026

Russia’s current attacks on civilian energy infrastructure are “essentially approaching genocide,” Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs said on Monday in an interview with LTV’s…

Mandatory military service for women in Latvia – JKP urges the Ministry of Defence not to rush implementation
January 30, 2026
Latvian government launches costly study: could Latvia have a nuclear power plant?
January 30, 2026

Politics

Lithuanian officials hint at change in attitude towards Belarus; later retracts
February 4, 2026
A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
February 2, 2026
Latvian politicians in foreign policy debates: “Expectations are collapsing,” but “not everything is bad”
January 29, 2026
Latvia’s Parliament takes a step against “intimidation lawsuits”: journalists and activists promised greater protection
January 28, 2026
Le Pen’s party in France – with a dual stance against the Kremlin
January 28, 2026
Hungary, Slovakia to sue EU over Russian gas
January 27, 2026

Business

Valdis Andersons elected Chairman of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils
By Ogres   February 4, 2026

At the first meeting of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils in 2026, Valdis Andersons was appointed Chairman of the Board. Andersons…

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“Amber Latvijas balzams” seeks legal protection – State Revenue Service freezes accounts
By Ogres   January 30, 2026
Overtime, wages and downtime: why the Labour Law dispute has become critical for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   January 28, 2026
The construction cartel case returns to Parliament – dispute over secret recordings
By Ogres   January 20, 2026
Cartels seen by all, but no longer provable? Supreme court ruling shakes established practice
By Ogres   January 17, 2026

Angel in Italy takes on Meloni’s features; investigation launched into restored fresco
Ogres February 4, 2026

Government and church officials have launched an investigation into a restored fresco in a church in Rome where an angel has taken on…

Lithuanian officials hint at change in attitude towards Belarus; later retracts
Ogres February 4, 2026

Some Lithuanian officials have made comments about easing sanctions or changing the country’s attitude towards Minsk, but have since retracted their comments. Observers…

Estonian authorities seize ship on suspicion of smuggling; cargo was heading to Russia
Ogres February 4, 2026
Valdis Andersons elected Chairman of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils
Ogres February 4, 2026
Around 60 people questioned in Latvia in criminal proceedings over the implementation of Rail Baltica
Ogres February 4, 2026

Angel in Italy takes on Meloni’s features; investigation launched into restored fresco
February 4, 2026
Lithuanian officials hint at change in attitude towards Belarus; later retracts
February 4, 2026
Estonian authorities seize ship on suspicion of smuggling; cargo was heading to Russia
February 4, 2026
Valdis Andersons elected Chairman of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils
February 4, 2026
Around 60 people questioned in Latvia in criminal proceedings over the implementation of Rail Baltica
February 4, 2026
For French far-right politician Marine Le Pen door to presidential election open for now
February 4, 2026

Social

Around 60 people questioned in Latvia in criminal proceedings over the implementation of Rail Baltica
February 4, 2026
Riga mayor: several kindergartens and schools in the capital will have to be closed
February 4, 2026
Unlawful suspension, but a disciplinary offence – court ruling in the Citskovskis case
February 4, 2026

The State Chancellery is still assessing whether to appeal the court ruling that partially upheld the application of former Director of the State…

“We need specific names”: police on the investigation of the Epstein case in Latvia
February 3, 2026
Prohibited symbolism in Estonia: 1,000 violations and lawyer’s objections
February 3, 2026

World

Angel in Italy takes on Meloni’s features; investigation launched into restored fresco
Ogres February 4, 2026

Government and church officials have launched an investigation into a restored fresco in a church in Rome where an angel has taken on…

Estonian authorities seize ship on suspicion of smuggling; cargo was heading to Russia
Ogres February 4, 2026

Estonian authorities on February 3rd detained a container ship that was anchored in Estonian internal waters while sailing under the flag of the…

For French far-right politician Marine Le Pen door to presidential election open for now
Ogres February 4, 2026
The rental market in Lithuania: a roadblock for foreigners
Ogres February 3, 2026
Experts: Artificial intelligence is not the best friend
Ogres February 3, 2026

Latest Posts

Latvia to significantly restrict distance learning in the first stage of primary education

22.01.202622.01.2026 Ogres

On Thursday, the Saeima adopted amendments to the Education Law that provide for a significant restriction of distance learning in the first stage…

Vansu Bridge to come at a high cost – Riga to borrow up to 84.5 million euros over 30 years

22.01.202622.01.2026 Ogres

The Riga City Council has decided to borrow up to 84.46 million euros for the renovation of the Vanšu Bridge. Of this amount,…

Estonian security guard cooperated with Russian services; receives prison sentence

22.01.202623.01.2026 Ogres

A 48-year-old man who works as a security guard at an Estonian border checkpoint has been sentenced to three years in prison for…

Trump-made Greenland crisis: allies will not forget the move

22.01.202622.01.2026 Ogres

After the successful operation in Venezuela, during which the country’s leader was captured, US President Donald Trump continued the course he had taken…

Frosty nights and slightly milder days in Latvia: weather forecast for the coming days

22.01.202622.01.2026 Ogres

On Thursday, skies will be partly cloudy and no precipitation is expected. A light to moderate easterly wind will blow. Night-time air temperatures…

Norwegian Defense Minister: NATO situation is difficult; attention should be paid to Russia

21.01.202624.01.2026 Ogres

Norwegian Defense Minister Tore Sandvik has said that the current situation in the alliance is difficult because of Greenland, but allies should remember…

African swine fever detected at one of Latvia’s largest farms – quarantine and culling ordered

21.01.202622.01.2026 Ogres

An outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) has been detected at a pig farm operated by SIA Vaiņodes bekons in Vaiņode parish, Dienvidkurzeme…

an investigation reveals what belongs to Kadyrov’s children – Baltic News Network

21.01.2026 Ogres

A 5 million euros villa at the age of nine: an investigation reveals what belongs to Kadyrov’s children – Baltic News Network Home…

US Treasury Secretary: Denmark is irrevelant

21.01.202625.01.2026 Ogres

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said in Davos that Denmark is irrelevant and that he is not concerned about Europe’s possible withdrawal…

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