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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

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

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
Ogres January 27, 2026
Meta to test paid versions of its social networks
Ogres January 27, 2026
Dozens of complaints registered in Lithuania about foreigners’ language skills
Ogres January 27, 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
NATO Secretary General criticizes calls for European army
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

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

Technology giant Meta is considering introducing new paid services, and plans to test paid versions of Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp in the coming…

NATO Secretary General criticizes calls for European army
Ogres January 27, 2026
Snowstorm hits US East Coast; daily life paralyzed
Ogres January 26, 2026
Ryanair profits fall; plans to raise prices
Ogres January 26, 2026

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World War II bombs found in Cologne – 20 000 residents evacuated to neutralise them

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After three unexploded World War II bombs were found in the Deutz neighbourhood of Cologne on Monday, around 20 500 people were evacuated…

Pornhub owner to suspend services in France in protest against new age verification law

04.06.202504.06.2025 Ogres

Aylo Freesites, the owner of Pornhub, Redtube and YouPorn, plans to stop offering adult content to French users on Wednesday afternoon, the 4th…

Musk calls Trump’s “big beautiful bill” a “disgusting abomination”

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On Tuesday, the 3rd of June, billionaire Elon Musk commented on President Donald Trump’s “big beautiful” tax cut and spending bill, calling it…

Uncertainty and errors in the election olatform – CEC seeks justifications, MPs still doubt readiness

04.06.202505.06.2025 Ogres

The disruptions observed during Monday’s early voting are also linked to insufficient training, said Kristīne Saulīte, Chairwoman of the Central Election Commission (CEC),…

South Korea’s new president Lee Jae-myung vows to “unite” the country

04.06.202505.06.2025 Ogres

South Korea’s new liberal president, Lee Jae-myung, promised in his inauguration speech on Wednesday, the 4th of June, to “unite the nation”, lift…

Head of the Central Election Commission: The electoral process in Latvia can be trusted

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There is no reason to believe that any illegalities could occur during the electoral process in Latvia, said Kristīne Saulīte, Chairwoman of the…

Heatwave expected – local thunderstorms and the onset of meteorological summer

04.06.202508.06.2025 Ogres

On Wednesday, skies will be mostly clear with no significant precipitation expected. A light to moderate wind will continue to blow from the…

Latvia elected to the UN Security Council – A historic step in global politics

03.06.202503.06.2025 Ogres

Latvia has been elected to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the term 2026–2027, receiving 178 votes. To become a non-permanent member…

VIDEO | Russia’s Crimean bridge blown up, Ukrainian SBU claims responsibility

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The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) carried out its third attack on the Crimean bridge since the start of Russia’s full-scale war in 2022,…

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