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235 same-sex partnerships registered in Latvia within a year
July 1, 2025
How much does the governor of the Bank of Latvia earn? Kazāks’ latest declaration reveals the figures
June 30, 2025
The Ministry of Economics in austerity mode: plans to eliminate 40 positions and save millions
June 30, 2025

As part of a review of administrative processes, the Ministry of Economics (EM) plans to reduce the number of employees by 40 positions,…

Riga has a new mayor – Viesturs Kleinbergs
June 27, 2025
“A state cannot be secure if society is weakened” – LBAS letter to the government
June 26, 2025

Politics

Macron speaks with Putin; stresses support for Ukraine
July 2, 2025
Avens: Latvian Minister is trying to “cement” my place on the sanctions list
July 1, 2025
Latvia faces risk of budget collapse – government incapable of action, Kulbergs warns
June 30, 2025
BNN IN FOCUS | Why do voters support mayors accused of fraud or disgraced in office?
June 27, 2025
BNN Interview | Hosams Abu Meri: Why waiting times remain long and how to treat Latvia smarter
June 26, 2025
Rinkēvičs: No consensus yet on when Ukraine could be invited to join NATO
June 26, 2025

Business

The state promised but didn’t deliver – “Lux Express” considers legal action over half a million euros
By Ogres   June 27, 2025

International passenger carrier Lux Express is considering taking legal action against the state in connection with compensation for transporting passengers eligible for fare…

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Heating in Riga to become significantly more expensive – new tariff submitted to regulator
By Ogres   June 20, 2025
BNN Interview | Lawyer Stucka: everyone was deceived by the OIK – it’s time to hold someone accountable
By Ogres   June 18, 2025
“Rail Baltica” Is Becoming More Expensive, but Latvia Aims to Optimize – Švinka Promises Practical Progress
By Ogres   June 18, 2025
Latvia launches portal to help citizens reclaim electricity surcharge payments
By Ogres   June 17, 2025

Latvia among EU countries with the highest unemployment rates
Ogres July 2, 2025

In May, Latvia recorded an unemployment rate of 6.9%, exceeding the average in both the European Union (EU) and the eurozone, according to…

Trump: Israel has agreed to Gaza ceasefire terms
Ogres July 2, 2025

US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel has agreed to the terms of a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, writes “Politico”. Trump wrote…

Macron speaks with Putin; stresses support for Ukraine
Ogres July 2, 2025
Temperatures to reach up to +31 degree on Wednesday and Thursday
Ogres July 2, 2025
Poland to introduce border controls with Germany and Lithuania
Ogres July 1, 2025

Latvia among EU countries with the highest unemployment rates
July 2, 2025
Trump: Israel has agreed to Gaza ceasefire terms
July 2, 2025
Macron speaks with Putin; stresses support for Ukraine
July 2, 2025
Temperatures to reach up to +31 degree on Wednesday and Thursday
July 2, 2025
Poland to introduce border controls with Germany and Lithuania
July 1, 2025
Heating bills to rise in Riga – city council criticises “Latvenergo” and seeks to take control
July 1, 2025

Social

Latvia among EU countries with the highest unemployment rates
July 2, 2025
Temperatures to reach up to +31 degree on Wednesday and Thursday
July 2, 2025
Heating bills to rise in Riga – city council criticises “Latvenergo” and seeks to take control
July 1, 2025

The Riga City Council has pledged to find solutions in cooperation with the Ministry of Economics (EM) to mitigate the rise in heating…

France begins accepting “academic refugees”
July 1, 2025
Latvia plans to start recruiting of an additional 500 professional soldiers
July 1, 2025

World

Trump: Israel has agreed to Gaza ceasefire terms
Ogres July 2, 2025

US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel has agreed to the terms of a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, writes “Politico”. Trump wrote…

Poland to introduce border controls with Germany and Lithuania
Ogres July 1, 2025

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced that temporary border controls will be introduced on the country’s borders with Germany and Lithuania from…

Journalists detained in Turkey over alleged Prophet Muhammad cartoon
Ogres July 1, 2025
Sabutis: Lithuania and Turkey discuss new multimodal transport links
Ogres July 1, 2025
Low water level on Germany’s largest river disrupts freight transport
Ogres June 30, 2025

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Election Night Chaos: CVK System Overloaded, Votes Counted by Hand

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A decision was made during the night to Sunday to count all votes manually across Latvia, Central Election Commission (CVK) spokesperson Andrejs Vaivars…

Voter Turnout in Latvian Municipal Elections Reaches 46.2%

07.06.202507.06.2025 Ogres

In these municipal elections, including those who participated in early voting, voter turnout has reached 46.2% of eligible voters, according to the latest…

Municipal Elections Underway in Latvia

07.06.202507.06.2025 Ogres

Today, municipal elections are taking place across Latvia, the Central Election Commission (CVK) reminds voters. Ballots can be cast at a total of…

Over 16% of eligible voters in Latvia cast ballots during early municipal elections voting

06.06.202506.06.2025 Ogres

During five days of early voting in Latvia’s municipal elections, a preliminary total of 16.1% of eligible voters have cast their ballots, according…

Russia is ready to grant asylum to Musk if necessary after disagreements with Trump

06.06.202506.06.2025 Ogres

Russia is ready to offer political asylum to tech billionaire Elon Musk after his public dispute with US President Donald Trump, Dmitry Novikov,…

Foreign investors warn: Without procurement reform, Latvia will fall behind

06.06.202506.06.2025 Ogres

The Foreign Investors’ Council in Latvia (FICIL) is calling for a reform of the public procurement system to attract investment and foster Latvia’s…

Lithuanian Transport Minister: We must ensure the best conditions for air passengers

06.06.202506.06.2025 Ogres

At the Transport, Telecommunications and Energy (TTE) Council meeting in Luxembourg, Lithuanian Minister of Transport and Communications Eugenijus Sabutis, alongside his EU counterparts,…

NATO allies agree to boost arms stockpiles ahead of summit

06.06.202506.06.2025 Ogres

NATO defence ministers agreed on Thursday, the 5th of June to significantly increase air defence and ground forces to deter Russia, which is…

Dangerous or not? Sharp increase in GPS signal disruptions in Latvian airspace

06.06.202507.06.2025 Ogres

GPS disruptions in Latvian airspace were recorded 497 times during the first five months of this year, which is a 52% increase compared…

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