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Rail Baltica without a clear end in sight: the first phase in Latvia may be stalled for another five years
January 28, 2026
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

Minister of Transport Atis Švinka (P) will propose supplementing and clarifying the report submitted by Latvia’s national implementer of the Rail Baltica railway…

Weekend frost in Latvia to reach –25°C, sharp weather changes expected next week
January 23, 2026
Frosty nights and slightly milder days in Latvia: weather forecast for the coming days
January 22, 2026

Politics

Latvia’s Parliament takes a step against “intimidation lawsuits”: journalists and activists promised greater protection
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
Bulgarian President resigns; rumors of new party launch arise
January 20, 2026
Danish Prime Minister: Europe will not succumb to blackmail
January 19, 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

Greenland: Greater surveillance, security needed in region
Ogres January 28, 2026

Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said on the 28th of January that there are red lines that should not be crossed in talks…

Latvia’s Parliament takes a step against “intimidation lawsuits”: journalists and activists promised greater protection
Ogres January 28, 2026

The Saeima’s Legal Affairs Committee on Wednesday supported, at first reading in parliament, amendments to the Law on the Protection of Persons Involved…

SAB raises the alarm, President reassures: No extraordinary steps needed in Latvia
Ogres January 28, 2026
Can Russia attack NATO? Latvia’s Armed Forces commander gives a clear answer
Ogres January 28, 2026
Rail Baltica without a clear end in sight: the first phase in Latvia may be stalled for another five years
Ogres January 28, 2026

Greenland: Greater surveillance, security needed in region
January 28, 2026
Latvia’s Parliament takes a step against “intimidation lawsuits”: journalists and activists promised greater protection
January 28, 2026
SAB raises the alarm, President reassures: No extraordinary steps needed in Latvia
January 28, 2026
Can Russia attack NATO? Latvia’s Armed Forces commander gives a clear answer
January 28, 2026
Rail Baltica without a clear end in sight: the first phase in Latvia may be stalled for another five years
January 28, 2026
Canadian PM won’t backtrack on Davos remarks
January 28, 2026

Social

SAB raises the alarm, President reassures: No extraordinary steps needed in Latvia
January 28, 2026
Can Russia attack NATO? Latvia’s Armed Forces commander gives a clear answer
January 28, 2026
Latvia establishes a new unit within the Prosecutor General’s Office – state security to be viewed much more broadly
January 27, 2026

In January, a new structural unit was established within Latvia’s Prosecutor General’s Office – the State Security Protection Department, Prosecutor General Armīns Meisters…

The best time for Russia to attack the Baltics: experts warn, naming key indicators
January 27, 2026
Dozens of complaints registered in Lithuania about foreigners’ language skills
January 27, 2026

World

Greenland: Greater surveillance, security needed in region
Ogres January 28, 2026

Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said on the 28th of January that there are red lines that should not be crossed in talks…

Canadian PM won’t backtrack on Davos remarks
Ogres January 28, 2026

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has told reporters that he will not back down from his criticism of the world’s unchallenged superpowers during…

Social media challenges proves harmful for Estonians as well
Ogres January 27, 2026
Meta to test paid versions of its social networks
Ogres January 27, 2026
NATO Secretary General criticizes calls for European army
Ogres January 27, 2026

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Gapoņenko faces new trial for collaboration with the Kremlin and incitement of hatred

13.06.202514.06.2025 Ogres

This week, the Prosecutor’s Office filed charges against pro-Kremlin activist Aleksandrs Gapoņenko for aiding a foreign state in activities directed against Latvia and…

Israel strikes Iran’s nuclear facilities

13.06.202513.06.2025 Ogres

Overnight Friday, Israel launched strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities and other military targets, Israeli officials confirmed. It is believed that the Israeli strikes…

Weekend weather: sunshine, light winds, and warm temperatures up to +23°C

13.06.202514.06.2025 Ogres

Friday will begin mostly sunny, although clouds will occasionally appear. In the far eastern parts of the country, brief rain showers and possibly…

For national defense: Saeima bans officials from traveling to Russia and Belarus

12.06.202512.06.2025 Ogres

On Thursday, the Saeima passed the third reading of a law aimed at restricting activities that pose a threat to national security. The…

Expert warns: If Latvia delays wind farm development, electricity bills will be higher than in neighboring countries

12.06.202513.06.2025 Ogres

If wind farm development in Latvia does not catch up to the levels of Lithuania and Estonia, differences in electricity prices between the…

How Brands Use Mini-Games to Drive Engagement and Loyalty

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In the age of ad fatigue and ever-decreasing attention spans, brands are under more pressure than ever to find meaningful ways to connect…

Plan to ban Russian and Belarusian citizens from purchasing real estate in Latvia

12.06.202512.06.2025 Ogres

On Thursday, the Saeima’s Legal Affairs Committee approved for the third reading a new draft law that would prohibit Russia and Belarus, as…

MPs express diverging views on Ombudsman Janson’s performance

12.06.202513.06.2025 Ogres

During Thursday’s parliamentary session, Saeima deputies expressed differing opinions about the work and impact of the Ombudsman’s Office after hearing a report from…

Saeima refuses to consider declaration apologizing to the public for Covid-19 policy

12.06.202513.06.2025 Ogres

A majority of Saeima deputies today rejected the inclusion in the next Saeima session agenda of a declaration prepared by the party “Latvia…

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