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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

Latvian prime minister outraged over position Latvia was put in over EU sanctions
September 23, 2026
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

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

British plan to release prisoners sparks concern among Europeans
Ogres September 23, 2026

The UK is preparing to release thousands of prisoners early to alleviate prison overcrowding, a plan that has raised concerns among neighboring countries,…

Macron criticizes Trump in General Assembly address
Ogres September 23, 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron has sharply criticized US President Donald Trump’s efforts to establish peace in Gaza during his address to the UN…

Hacker arrested over cyberattacks on at least two Latvian companies
Ogres September 23, 2026
Latvian prime minister outraged over position Latvia was put in over EU sanctions
Ogres September 23, 2026
Trump’s UN General Assembly speech: threats and boasting
Ogres September 23, 2026

British plan to release prisoners sparks concern among Europeans
September 23, 2026
Macron criticizes Trump in General Assembly address
September 23, 2026
Hacker arrested over cyberattacks on at least two Latvian companies
September 23, 2026
Latvian prime minister outraged over position Latvia was put in over EU sanctions
September 23, 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

Social

Hacker arrested over cyberattacks on at least two Latvian companies
September 23, 2026
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

Opinion article While the United States is looking for opportunities to buy cheaper fertilisers from Belarus and protect the interests of its farmers,…

Two precipitation zones approaching Latvia, bringing rain and thunderstorms
September 22, 2026
More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
September 21, 2026

World

British plan to release prisoners sparks concern among Europeans
Ogres September 23, 2026

The UK is preparing to release thousands of prisoners early to alleviate prison overcrowding, a plan that has raised concerns among neighboring countries,…

Macron criticizes Trump in General Assembly address
Ogres September 23, 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron has sharply criticized US President Donald Trump’s efforts to establish peace in Gaza during his address to the UN…

Trump’s UN General Assembly speech: threats and boasting
Ogres September 23, 2026
Estonian real estate developers look towards Latvia
Ogres September 22, 2026
Finnish President urges against overreacting to threats of Russian sabotage and attacks
Ogres September 22, 2026

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European countries reveal: rare toxin found in Navalny’s death

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Several countries, including Latvia, are once again calling for a thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Russian opposition…

Latvia’s all-time top scorer in hockey becomes coach of SKA Saint Petersburg

16.02.202616.02.2026 Ogres

Latvia’s State Security Service (VDD) has confirmed it is aware that Latvia’s all-time leading scorer in national team history, Leonīds Tambijevs, has become a…

“Not a bear, but a garden snail” – politicians in Munich debunk the myth of a mighty Russia

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At the Munich Security Conference, European politicians delivered a blunt assessment of Russia’s situation and its prospects in the war against Ukraine, Dialog.UA…

Latvia’s Interior Minister hopes to ban unregistered SIM cards within a month

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Latvia’s Interior Minister Rihards Kozlovskis (New Unity) hopes to ban unregistered prepaid SIM cards in Latvia within a month. In an interview with…

Severe frost intensifies in Latvia, nighttime temperatures to reach minus 27°C

16.02.202617.02.2026 Ogres

On Monday, the center of an anticyclone will be positioned over Latvia. Skies will be mostly clear, although clouds will occasionally appear. Light…

Latvia’s Krūzbergs wins bronze in Olympic short track competition

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Latvian athlete Roberts Krūzbergs on Saturday won a bronze medal in the 1500-meter short track event at the Milan Olympic Games. This marks…

BNN IN FOCUS | Is Latvia’s Government collapsing or just arguing loudly? A political scientist explains

13.02.202613.02.2026 Ogres

At first glance, it may appear that due to disagreements between two coalition partners — Progresīvie (The Progressives) and Zaļo un Zemnieku savienība…

Latvian citizen sentenced to six years in prison for espionage

13.02.202613.02.2026 Ogres

The Rīgas pilsētas tiesa on Wednesday approved an agreement between the prosecutor and a Latvian citizen who was detained last summer on suspicion…

How long can Latvia live with a deficit above 3%? The Fiscal Discipline Council explains

13.02.202613.02.2026 Ogres

Latvia can afford a higher budget deficit in the coming years, as the security situation requires a rapid increase in defense spending, Jānis…

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