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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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Expert: Latvia’s government will argue, but it will stand

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“For now, there will be some tightening up and shouting in the government, but it will stand,” says Rajevskis. “For now, there will…

Turing test results in Latvia: we fail to distinguish AI from humans

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On Tuesday, the 10th of February, Safer Internet Day was marked in more than 160 countries around the world. The central event in…

Russia’s threat to the Arctic grows; Britain to double number of troops in Norway

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Over the next three years, Britain will double the number of its troops in Norway to combat the growing Russian threat in the…

Threats against officials: Latvia’s State Security Service has warned several individuals

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Latvia’s State Security Service (VDD) held discussions with approximately 30 residents last year regarding threats made against protected public officials, according to the…

Security or integration: Lithuania considers banning foreigners from participating in local elections

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Lithuanian lawmakers have proposed changes that could significantly restrict the right of citizens of other countries to participate in local elections, citing growing…

Ambassador: The Baltic states should not panic over a possible Russian invasion

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The Baltic states should not fall into panic over a possible Russian invasion; however, it is clear that we live next to an…

Violent anti-government protests erupt in Albania

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Thousands of people took to the streets of Tirana on the evening of the 10th of February to demand the resignation of the…

Snow, frost and possible black ice – what weather to expect in the coming days

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On Wednesday, light snowfall is expected across most of the country, and during the day the snow cover will increase by a few…

Estonian icebreakers free more than 50 ships from ice

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This winter’s weather conditions have provided work for Estonian icebreakers, and since the beginning of the year more than 50 ships have been…

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