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Weather in Latvia to surprise this week: frost and snow at night, up to +10°C during the day
March 2, 2026
A hint of spring in the air – temperatures to stay above zero over the weekend
February 27, 2026
Former drivers of Ušakovs sentenced to prison for fictitious “employment” at “Rīgas satiksme”
February 25, 2026

The Riga City Court, in a criminal case concerning large-scale fraud, has sentenced two former drivers of former Riga mayor Nils Ušakovs (S)…

As the influence of an anticyclone strengthens, weather will change midweek
February 25, 2026
Precipitation zone to continue crossing the country, heavy snowfall expected in some areas
February 24, 2026

Politics

Latvian government working on simplifying the legislative process
March 3, 2026
Latvia should assess the US example: adjusting sanctions as a way to avoid strengthening Russia’s economy
March 2, 2026
Hungarian opposition: Country at crossroads between Europe and dictatorship
February 27, 2026
Le Pen: I will not run for president with an ankle bracelet
February 26, 2026
Parliamentary elections are approaching in Hungary; what is Orbán doing and what is his rival thinking?
February 25, 2026
Nils Ušakovs leaves the board of the Saskaņa party
February 24, 2026

Business

Middle East conflict escalates; airline shares fall
By Ogres   March 2, 2026

The escalation of the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran has disrupted flight schedules around the world, and airline shares fell…

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Moneyval signal to investors: Latvia is a safe financial environment
By Ogres   February 19, 2026
Latvia’s Central Bank governor outlines concrete steps to double economic growth
By Ogres   February 19, 2026
43 million euros jointly: court delivers landmark ruling in the “Krājbanka” case
By Ogres   February 5, 2026
Valdis Andersons elected Chairman of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils
By Ogres   February 4, 2026

Estonia faces organ donor shortage; misinformation partly to blame
Ogres March 3, 2026

Only 5.5% of Estonians have officially declared their willingness to become organ donors after death, and one of the reasons for the low…

European far-right groups unite after activist’s death
Ogres March 3, 2026

The death of a young French far-right activist, Quentin Deranque, after being beaten in a clash with far-left activists has given a boost…

Global markets on edge – oil and gas prices surge
Ogres March 3, 2026
Russia conducts anti-aircraft missile tests in the Baltic Sea
Ogres March 3, 2026
Ambassador advises Latvian nationals not to attempt leaving the UAE on their own at this time
Ogres March 3, 2026

Estonia faces organ donor shortage; misinformation partly to blame
March 3, 2026
European far-right groups unite after activist’s death
March 3, 2026
Global markets on edge – oil and gas prices surge
March 3, 2026
Russia conducts anti-aircraft missile tests in the Baltic Sea
March 3, 2026
Ambassador advises Latvian nationals not to attempt leaving the UAE on their own at this time
March 3, 2026
Latvian government working on simplifying the legislative process
March 3, 2026

Social

European far-right groups unite after activist’s death
March 3, 2026
Ambassador advises Latvian nationals not to attempt leaving the UAE on their own at this time
March 3, 2026
Changeable weather in Latvia: from sleet to a sunnier weekend
March 3, 2026

On Tuesday, skies will remain cloudy, though the sun will appear in some areas. At night, temperatures will drop to +1…-2°C, and where…

New port director appointed at Ventspils Freeport – Igors Udodovs takes office
March 2, 2026
From sanctions list removed Russian minister manipulates international sports
March 2, 2026

World

Estonia faces organ donor shortage; misinformation partly to blame
Ogres March 3, 2026

Only 5.5% of Estonians have officially declared their willingness to become organ donors after death, and one of the reasons for the low…

Global markets on edge – oil and gas prices surge
Ogres March 3, 2026

Oil and gas prices continued to rise sharply on Tuesday as the war involving Iran unsettled financial markets worldwide. The price of Brent…

Russia conducts anti-aircraft missile tests in the Baltic Sea
Ogres March 3, 2026
Scientists urge delay in age verification on social media
Ogres March 2, 2026
Netanyahu’s Iran plan: friendly government or internal chaos – both useful
Ogres March 2, 2026

Latest Posts

Latvian ambassador to USA: most often people turn to the embassy to request Latvian citizenship

14.10.202114.10.2021 Ogres

Most often Latvia’s embassy in USA provides consular aid when a person is detained or arrested, if a person was a victim in…

Latest Covid-19 cases in Baltics. 2 408 in Latvia, 2 861 in Lithuania, 1 060 in Estonia

14.10.2021 Ogres

A total of 2 408 new Covid-19 infection cases were found in Latvia in the last 24 hours. 1 928 of the patients…

Afghanistan prison chief envisages return of executions, cutting off arms as punishment

14.10.202114.06.2022 Ogres

In Afghanistan, the Taliban group has formed an interim government. A senior member will be in charge of prisons and has unveiled that…

After Norway attack with bow and arrows, Danish citizen detained

14.10.2021 Ogres

In Norway, a violent attack with a bow and arrows has left five people dead and two seriously injured. A Danish citizen suspected…

National Immunisation Council recommends J&J booster shot 8-12 weeks after the first jab

14.10.2021 Ogres

«Currently there is high demand for Janssen Covid-19 vaccine, which requires only one jab for a full vaccination course. Nevertheless, the National Immunisation…

Covid beds in Lithuanian hospitals nearing full load amid surge in new infections

14.10.2021 Ogres

Lithuanian health care institutions are being filled by patients of the Covid-19 disease, forcing hospitals to free the beds intended for other patients…

Latvijas Gāze chairman: the economy won’t function if gas prices remain high

14.10.202114.10.2021 Ogres

Instead of worrying about AS Conexus Baltic Grid (Conexus) Inčukalns underground gas storage facility Latvia should worry about the survival of the country’s…

Latvia’s President Egils Levits tested positive for Covid-19

14.10.202114.10.2021 Ogres

Latvia’s President Egils Levits has been tested positive for Covid-19. Because of this he was forced to postpone a meeting with his Estonian…

Latvia’s Minister of Finances submits country’s 2022 budget to the Saeima

14.10.2021 Ogres

On Thursday, 14 October, Minister of Finances Jānis Reirs submitted the state budget for 2022 to the Saeima to commence its review and…

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