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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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Billion-euro questions without answers: politicians call to suspend “Rail Baltica” design works

02.06.202502.06.2025 Ogres

The board of the Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) is calling for the suspension of design work on the “Rail Baltica” railway…

Trump amplifies another conspiracy theory: Biden was “executed” in 2020

02.06.202502.06.2025 Ogres

On Saturday evening, the 31st of May, President Donald Trump reposted unfounded information on social media platform Truth Social that former President Joe…

Are municipal elections in Latvia safe? Security service provides its assessment

02.06.202503.06.2025 Ogres

At present, the State Security Service (VDD) has not identified any direct or systematic attempts by Russia or other hostile countries to influence…

Supreme Court plenary finds no grounds to dismiss Prosecutor General Stukāns

02.06.202502.06.2025 Ogres

The Supreme Court (SC) plenary, after evaluating the results of an internal inquiry, has found no grounds to dismiss Prosecutor General Juris Stukāns,…

Egypt unveils plans for new desert city

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On Sunday, the 1st of June, Egypt announced plans to build a desert city, which will divert about 7% of the Nile’s water…

Farmers demand state of emergency – floods devastate crops in Vidzeme and Latgale

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The Council of Cooperation between Agricultural Organizations (LOSP), responding to an appeal by the Latvian Farmers’ Federation (LZF) and other members, will call…

Eurosceptic Nawrocki wins Polish presidential election, election commission says

02.06.202503.06.2025 Ogres

Polish nationalist opposition candidate Karol Nawrocki won the second round of the presidential election with 50.89% of the vote, the election commission announced…

On the eve of peace talks, Russia and Ukraine significantly intensify attacks

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On the eve of peace talks, Ukraine and Russia sharply escalated hostilities, staging one of the largest drone battles in their conflict, with…

Municipal elections in Latvia: Early voting begins today at 948 polling stations

02.06.202503.06.2025 Ogres

This afternoon at 5:00 PM, early voting in the municipal elections will begin across Latvia, according to the Central Election Commission (CEC). A…

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