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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
Weekend frost in Latvia to reach –25°C, sharp weather changes expected next week
January 23, 2026

On Friday, mostly cloudy weather is expected across Latvia, but without precipitation. A light to moderate easterly wind will blow, with gusts reaching…

Frosty nights and slightly milder days in Latvia: weather forecast for the coming days
January 22, 2026
“Rich” and “poor” in Latvia’s public administration: why salaries differ so sharply between ministries
January 21, 2026

Politics

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
In Latvia, former MP sentenced to eight years and two months in prison for spying for Russia
January 16, 2026

Business

The construction cartel case returns to Parliament – dispute over secret recordings
By Ogres   January 20, 2026

The Saeima’s Legal Affairs Committee will consider the issue of whether materials from operational cases may be used in other proceedings, according to…

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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
The notorious Rail Baltica bridge pillar in the Daugava will be put into conservation for several years
By Ogres   January 8, 2026

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

A woman in Estonia has learned firsthand that not all popular social media “challenges” should be tried at home, writes ERR News. Videos…

Latvia establishes a new unit within the Prosecutor General’s Office – state security to be viewed much more broadly
Ogres January 27, 2026
The best time for Russia to attack the Baltics: experts warn, naming key indicators
Ogres January 27, 2026
Meta to test paid versions of its social networks
Ogres January 27, 2026

Canadian PM won’t backtrack on Davos remarks
January 28, 2026
Social media challenges proves harmful for Estonians as well
January 27, 2026
Latvia establishes a new unit within the Prosecutor General’s Office – state security to be viewed much more broadly
January 27, 2026
The best time for Russia to attack the Baltics: experts warn, naming key indicators
January 27, 2026
Meta to test paid versions of its social networks
January 27, 2026
Dozens of complaints registered in Lithuania about foreigners’ language skills
January 27, 2026

Social

Latvia establishes a new unit within the Prosecutor General’s Office – state security to be viewed much more broadly
January 27, 2026
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

Since the beginning of the year, foreigners working in the service sector in Lithuania have been required to have basic knowledge of the…

Europe has strong potential to become one of the world’s major powers, says former Latvian President
January 26, 2026
Latvia’s Prime Minister to attend the Milan Winter Olympics with three accompanying staff members
January 26, 2026

World

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

A woman in Estonia has learned firsthand that not all popular social media “challenges” should be tried at home, writes ERR News. Videos…

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
Snowstorm hits US East Coast; daily life paralyzed
Ogres January 26, 2026

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Latvian PM remains in office – Saeima rejects resignation request for the second time

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On Thursday, the Latvian Parliament once again rejected a motion of no confidence against Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity – JV), submitted…

Construction of shelters to become mandatory for many buildings in Latvia after two years

05.06.202505.06.2025 Ogres

On Thursday, the Saeima adopted in the final reading amendments to the Civil Protection and Disaster Management Law, introducing a mandatory requirement to…

Criminal gang steals 47 million pounds from the UK tax office

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Organised criminals stole 47 million pounds (63.76 million dollars, 55.8 million euros) from the UK tax office last year, using phishing techniques to…

Trump bans citizens from 12 countries from entering the US

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On Wednesday, the 4th of June, US President Donald Trump signed an official declaration banning citizens from 12 countries from entering the US,…

MP Rosļikovs at the Saeima podium: “Russian is our language!” – MP expelled from the session

05.06.202505.06.2025 Ogres

Saeima deputy Aleksejs Rosļikovs (“For Stability!”) was expelled from the parliamentary session hall on Thursday by a majority vote of MPs. During a…

Putin tells Trump that Russia must respond to Ukrainian “terrorist” attacks

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On Wednesday, the 4th of June, Russian President Vladimir Putin told US President Donald Trump that he would have to respond to Ukrainian…

Farmers’ losses increase, but no fund exists – is Latvia ready for climate risks?

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Latvia still needs to explore options for creating a risk fund into which farmers would contribute to cover losses from natural disasters and…

Cooler along the coast, thunderstorms in the East – summer arrives in Latvia with variable weather

05.06.202508.06.2025 Ogres

On Thursday night, the skies will be mostly cloudy, clearing only in the west by afternoon, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and…

EU gives green light for Bulgaria to adopt the euro in 2026

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On Wednesday, the 4th of June, the European Commission (EC) and the European Central Bank (ECB) gave Bulgaria the green light to adopt…

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