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Latvian government launches costly study: could Latvia have a nuclear power plant?
January 30, 2026
“Focus on construction, not talk” – Latvia’s Transport Minister pushes back against Rail Baltica delay forecasts
January 29, 2026
Rail Baltica without a clear end in sight: the first phase in Latvia may be stalled for another five years
January 28, 2026

Construction of the first phase of the Rail Baltica railway project could be delayed by three to five years, Māris Dzelme, Chairman of…

Police in Latvia are struggling not because of pay, but because of the system – SAO delivers a harsh verdict
January 27, 2026
Unfinished pillar in the Daugava and unclear costs: Švinka points to shortcomings in the Rail Baltica implementer’s report
January 26, 2026

Politics

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
Estonian government decides on stricter border crossing rules for Russian diplomats
January 23, 2026
Europe wary of Gaza Peace Board; not everyone ready to participate
January 22, 2026

Business

Overtime, wages and downtime: why the Labour Law dispute has become critical for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   January 28, 2026

A compromise with trade unions on amendments to the Labour Law must be found, and negotiations should not be suspended once again, Latvian…

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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
Ministry of Transport requests urgent cost estimates for conservation of Rail Baltica bridge pillar
By Ogres   January 15, 2026
Producer prices in Latvia rise against the EU-wide trend
By Ogres   January 8, 2026

New Dutch government wants to save NATO
Ogres January 30, 2026

The new Dutch government, led by liberal Rob Jetten, has given hope to the region’s centrist forces, writes Politico. The government-forming process in…

Latvia’s President slams the brakes on rushed restrictions on distance learning in primary school
Ogres January 30, 2026

President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs has returned amendments to the Education Law to the Saeima for reconsideration, which would significantly restrict access to…

Israeli, Saudi officials discuss possible US strikes on Iran in Washington
Ogres January 30, 2026
Latvian government launches costly study: could Latvia have a nuclear power plant?
Ogres January 30, 2026
Merz: Europe has found self-respect in defending a world based on rules
Ogres January 29, 2026

New Dutch government wants to save NATO
January 30, 2026
Latvia’s President slams the brakes on rushed restrictions on distance learning in primary school
January 30, 2026
Israeli, Saudi officials discuss possible US strikes on Iran in Washington
January 30, 2026
Latvian government launches costly study: could Latvia have a nuclear power plant?
January 30, 2026
Merz: Europe has found self-respect in defending a world based on rules
January 29, 2026
Estonia to ban Russian and Belarusian citizens without permanent residence permits from buying property
January 29, 2026

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Latvia’s President slams the brakes on rushed restrictions on distance learning in primary school
January 30, 2026
Estonia to ban Russian and Belarusian citizens without permanent residence permits from buying property
January 29, 2026
“No tax hikes?” Latvia’s Finance Minister explains the state debt situation
January 29, 2026

Latvia is currently not considering a scenario of raising taxes, Finance Minister Arvils Ašeradens (New Unity) said on Thursday in an interview with…

February in Latvia could be one of the coldest in recent years
January 29, 2026
SAB raises the alarm, President reassures: No extraordinary steps needed in Latvia
January 28, 2026

World

New Dutch government wants to save NATO
Ogres January 30, 2026

The new Dutch government, led by liberal Rob Jetten, has given hope to the region’s centrist forces, writes Politico. The government-forming process in…

Israeli, Saudi officials discuss possible US strikes on Iran in Washington
Ogres January 30, 2026

The Trump administration will host senior defense and intelligence officials from Israel and Saudi Arabia at the White House to discuss the next…

Merz: Europe has found self-respect in defending a world based on rules
Ogres January 29, 2026
Lithuania seeks EU help in fight against smuggler balloons
Ogres January 29, 2026
US Secretary of State: Work underway to resolve territorial issue
Ogres January 29, 2026

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ECB decision: interest rates remain unchanged in July

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On Thursday, the 24th of July, the European Central Bank (ECB) decided to keep interest rates unchanged. At the Governing Council meeting held…

Russian court bans self-made “Satanist Movement”

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Moscow continues to use a 2002 anti-extremism law to protect the Kremlin and the Orthodox Church; it has even gone so far as…

Estonia has already collected 6.8 million euros from speeding drivers this year

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Since the beginning of 2025, Estonian drivers have already paid 6.8 million euros in fines, which is 2.8 million euros more than in…

IShowSpeed wasn’t enough for Latvia – two more influencers on their way

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Two more foreign content creators are expected to visit Latvia this year, according to the Latvian Investment and Development Agency (LIAA). In August,…

Stradiņš Hospital – among the world’s best in stroke treatment! Receives four diamond-level awards

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The Neurology Clinic of the Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital has received four highest-level international Diamond awards from the “Angels Awards” for excellence…

Macron sues right-wing commentator

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French President Emmanuel Macron has sued American far-right influencer Candace Owens for defamation, Politico reports. Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron are suing…

Ukraine discusses prisoner exchange with Russia; ceasefire talks stalling

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Ukrainian representatives in Istanbul briefly discussed a prisoner exchange with Russia, but failed to agree on the terms of a ceasefire or a…

Bears in yards, fearless seals – Minister urges control over animal spread in Latvia

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The Nature Conservation Agency (NCA) should allow hunting of all wild animals that appear near homes, pets, or beehives and pose a threat…

Rain, thunder, and hail: meteorologists issue warnings for all of Latvia

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On Thursday and Friday, the skies will mostly be cloudy, with only occasional clear spells. Rain is expected throughout the entire country, with…

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