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Large rain system approaching Latvia – thunderstorms also possible in some areas
September 16, 2026
LSA warns: unilateral grain transit restrictions will not stop Russian exports – the question is who will pay for the decision
September 14, 2026
40% of cargo, millions of euros and a thousand jobs – Liepāja SEZ warns of consequences if transit ban is adopted
September 8, 2026

If cargo traffic towards the east were completely halted, total cargo turnover at the Port of Liepāja would fall by around 40%, representatives…

Rain continues in Latvia, monthly precipitation norm already exceeded in many areas
September 7, 2026
Scammers never rest! Relatives of Latvians missing in Nepal targeted by fraudsters
September 2, 2026

Politics

BNN IN FOCS| Political party review: National Alliance – from a “core electorate” to a fight for its own niche
September 21, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS| Political party review: National Alliance – from a “core electorate” to a fight for its own niche
September 21, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political scientist’s view: Should officials start their working day by taking a breathalyser test?
September 18, 2026
From 5% for defence to abolishing the State Defence Service – what Latvian parties promise on national security ahead of the Saeima election
September 17, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: New Unity – from election winner to fighting for survival in the Saeima
September 16, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: A new face, old baggage and a fresh scandal – what is ZZS taking into the election?
September 14, 2026

Business

Stevedoring companies accuse NA of populism over grain transit: loud slogans with no understanding of consequences for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   September 17, 2026

The Latvian Stevedoring Companies Association (LSA) has sharply criticised the National Alliance’s (NA) proposed ban on the transit of Russian grain, arguing that…

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airBaltic owes money to thousands – up to 25,000 creditors, largest claim at 66.5 million dollars
By Ogres   September 14, 2026
Transit ban could cost hundreds of millions – stevedoring companies urge Saeima not to rush
By Ogres   September 9, 2026
Latvian ports are not refusing to accept domestic grain
By Ogres   September 8, 2026
Estonia puts Omniva up for sale – auction starting price set at 52 million euros
By Ogres   September 4, 2026

Trump’s UN General Assembly speech: threats and boasting
Ogres September 23, 2026

Addressing the UN General Assembly, US President Donald Trump stated that he faced a serious decision: whether to continue strikes against Iran or…

Rainy days ahead in Latvia, with thunderstorms possible in some areas
Ogres September 23, 2026

September has so far been rainy across much of Latvia, with the monthly precipitation norm already exceeded at most observation stations. The highest…

Estonian real estate developers look towards Latvia
Ogres September 22, 2026
While the US seeks economic opportunities in Belarus, Latvia risks losing its place on the transit map
Ogres September 22, 2026
Finnish President urges against overreacting to threats of Russian sabotage and attacks
Ogres September 22, 2026

Trump’s UN General Assembly speech: threats and boasting
September 23, 2026
Rainy days ahead in Latvia, with thunderstorms possible in some areas
September 23, 2026
Estonian real estate developers look towards Latvia
September 22, 2026
While the US seeks economic opportunities in Belarus, Latvia risks losing its place on the transit map
September 22, 2026
Finnish President urges against overreacting to threats of Russian sabotage and attacks
September 22, 2026
Trump plans to purchase fertilizers from Belarus
September 22, 2026

Social

Rainy days ahead in Latvia, with thunderstorms possible in some areas
September 23, 2026
While the US seeks economic opportunities in Belarus, Latvia risks losing its place on the transit map
September 22, 2026
Two precipitation zones approaching Latvia, bringing rain and thunderstorms
September 22, 2026

On the night into Tuesday, the 22nd of September, brief periods of rain are expected in western and central regions, with locally heavy…

More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
September 21, 2026
Autumn weather to persist in Latvia; monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
September 21, 2026

World

Trump’s UN General Assembly speech: threats and boasting
Ogres September 23, 2026

Addressing the UN General Assembly, US President Donald Trump stated that he faced a serious decision: whether to continue strikes against Iran or…

Estonian real estate developers look towards Latvia
Ogres September 22, 2026

An increasing number of Estonian real estate development companies are operating in the Latvian market because land in Riga is significantly cheaper and…

Finnish President urges against overreacting to threats of Russian sabotage and attacks
Ogres September 22, 2026
Trump plans to purchase fertilizers from Belarus
Ogres September 22, 2026
Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
Ogres September 21, 2026

Latest Posts

Measles outbreak begins in Latvia, risk assessed as high

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The first measles outbreak in Latvia since 2018 has been recorded, according to Ilze Ūdre, a representative of the Centre for Disease Prevention…

British Prime Minister calls for attention not to be distracted from Ukraine

18.03.202619.03.2026 Ogres

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that as the US and Israel’s conflict with Iran rages in the Middle East, the world…

Energy Commissioner: Latvia’s energy sector is more vulnerable than it appears

18.03.202619.03.2026 Ogres

Wind farms are a matter of national security and part of the solution in the event of an attack on Latvia’s energy infrastructure,…

Death of Security Council Secretary deepens crisis in Iranian leadership

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The Israeli strike that killed Ali Larijani, the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, has further shaken the country’s leadership, writes the…

Fog, sunshine and wet snow – what to expect in the coming days

18.03.202619.03.2026 Ogres

During the day on Wednesday, cloud cover will gradually decrease, and dry weather will prevail. With light winds, fog will form in many…

Sri Lanka declares Wednesdays a day off to save fuel

17.03.202618.03.2026 Ogres

Sri Lanka is trying to save fuel at a time when it is threatened with a possible depletion of supplies, while shipping traffic…

Trump says he wants to take over Cuba

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US President Donald Trump said on the 16th of march that Cuba is on the verge of collapse and that the US could…

Expert states bluntly: Latvia lacks resources for the Strait of Hormuz

17.03.202617.03.2026 Ogres

The Latvian Armed Forces do not have sufficient military-technical resources to effectively participate in efforts to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, former Commander…

Mediterranean countries: Drifting Russian tanker poses serious threat

17.03.202618.03.2026 Ogres

Italy, France and seven other countries have written a joint letter to the European Commission saying that the Russian liquefied gas tanker Arctic…

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