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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
Frosty nights and slightly milder days in Latvia: weather forecast for the coming days
January 22, 2026

On Thursday, skies will be partly cloudy and no precipitation is expected. A light to moderate easterly wind will blow. Night-time air temperatures…

“Rich” and “poor” in Latvia’s public administration: why salaries differ so sharply between ministries
January 21, 2026
Cargo volumes at the Port of Ventspils increase across all main segments
January 20, 2026

Politics

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
Latvia’s Prime Minister faces fifth no-confidence vote – Siliņa survives again
January 15, 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

Dozens of complaints registered in Lithuania about foreigners’ language skills
Ogres 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…

NATO Secretary General criticizes calls for European army
Ogres January 27, 2026

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the 26th of January rejected calls from some leading European politicians to create a separate European army,…

Snowstorm hits US East Coast; daily life paralyzed
Ogres January 26, 2026
Ryanair profits fall; plans to raise prices
Ogres January 26, 2026
Europe has strong potential to become one of the world’s major powers, says former Latvian President
Ogres January 26, 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
Snowstorm hits US East Coast; daily life paralyzed
January 26, 2026
Ryanair profits fall; plans to raise prices
January 26, 2026
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

Social

Dozens of complaints registered in Lithuania about foreigners’ language skills
January 27, 2026
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

Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity) plans to attend the upcoming Milan–Cortina Winter Olympic Games together with three accompanying staff members from her…

Russia-generated security risks to Europe and Latvia are significantly increasing, SAB concludes
January 26, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Austerity on paper, bonuses in reality – political scientist on Latvia’s State double standards
January 23, 2026

World

NATO Secretary General criticizes calls for European army
Ogres January 27, 2026

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the 26th of January rejected calls from some leading European politicians to create a separate European army,…

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

Millions of Americans are trying to get settled in their homes or go to help neighbors as bitter cold, snowstorms and freezing rain…

Ryanair profits fall; plans to raise prices
Ogres January 26, 2026
Zelensky: Security guarantees are fully developed
Ogres January 26, 2026
Orbán slams Zelensky; faces tough election at home
Ogres January 23, 2026

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Elections, war in Gaza and polarisation in Germany contribute to rise in political crimes

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Tense elections in both Germany and the European Parliament, the war in Gaza and increasing political polarisation and radicalisation during the past election…

Talks underway with several companies on large-calibre ammunition production in Latvia

21.05.202522.05.2025 Ogres

Discussions are currently taking place at various levels with multiple manufacturers regarding the potential production of large-calibre ammunition in Latvia, in order to…

New methodology, old concerns – will rising costs slow down green energy?

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Electricity transmission system operator “Augstsprieguma tīkls” (AST) and the Public Utilities Commission (SPRK) have introduced a solution for network balancing costs that aims…

Trump unveils plans for Gold Dome defence system

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The US has chosen the design of the futuristic Golden Dome missile defence system, US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, the 20th…

BNN ADVICE | What to do with children on a rainy summer day – 5 creative indoor ideas

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Summer is traditionally associated with sunshine, picnics, and outdoor play. However, even during this season, the weather can be unpredictable—rainy days are an…

Dismissal of Rēzekne City Council ruled constitutional

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The Constitutional Court of Latvia has ruled that the dismissal of the Rēzekne City Council by the Saeima last year was in line…

EU to lift all economic sanctions on Syria

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The European Union (EU) has decided to lift economic sanctions on Syria, the bloc’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, announced on Tuesday evening,…

Frost at night, sunshine by day – a brief spring calm on Wednesday before rain returns

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On Wednesday, skies will be partly cloudy, with occasional sunshine, and the weather will remain dry—no significant precipitation is expected, according to the…

Latvia suffers heavy defeat, fails to reach quarterfinals at Ice Hockey World Championship

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On Tuesday in Stockholm, the Latvian men’s national ice hockey team suffered a heavy 1:6 defeat against Austria in their final group-stage match…

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