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Auction to raise funds for families of Latvians missing in Nepal
September 28, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: Sovereign Power/Young Latvians – big promises and high-profile scandals
September 24, 2026
Swedish prisoners dissatisfied with conditions in Estonian prison
September 24, 2026

Swedish criminals transferred to Tartu Prison have complained to Swedish media – via their relatives – about conditions at the facility, specifically citing…

Large rain system approaching Latvia – thunderstorms also possible in some areas
September 16, 2026
LSA warns: unilateral grain transit restrictions will not stop Russian exports – the question is who will pay for the decision
September 14, 2026

Politics

BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: The Progressives – attractive promises, an expensive programme and experience in power
September 28, 2026
Stepaņenko’s father added to Latvia’s list of undesirable persons
September 25, 2026
Stepaņenko’s father and his company supported Russia’s war in Ukraine for years
September 24, 2026
Latvian prime minister outraged over position Latvia was put in over EU sanctions
September 23, 2026
BNN IN FOCS| Political party review: National Alliance – from a “core electorate” to a fight for its own niche
September 21, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS| Political party review: National Alliance – from a “core electorate” to a fight for its own niche
September 21, 2026

Business

airBaltic has accumulated 503 million euros in debt and 856 million euros in lease liabilities
By Ogres   September 24, 2026

On the 14th of September this year, when Latvia’s national airline airBaltic filed for restructuring under Chapter 11, its funded debt stood at…

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Stevedoring companies accuse NA of populism over grain transit: loud slogans with no understanding of consequences for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   September 17, 2026
airBaltic owes money to thousands – up to 25,000 creditors, largest claim at 66.5 million dollars
By Ogres   September 14, 2026
Transit ban could cost hundreds of millions – stevedoring companies urge Saeima not to rush
By Ogres   September 9, 2026
Latvian ports are not refusing to accept domestic grain
By Ogres   September 8, 2026

BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: The Progressives – attractive promises, an expensive programme and experience in power
Ogres September 28, 2026

Author: Ilona Bērziņa The Progressives (PRO) define themselves as a social democratic and green political force, advocating broader public services, more progressive taxation,…

Medication mix-up led to child’s death – Latvian nurse sentenced to two and a half years in prison
Ogres September 28, 2026

Riga City Court on Monday sentenced a nurse at the Children’s Clinical University Hospital (BKUS) to two and a half years in prison…

Legislative changes in Estonia to allow domestic mobile roaming during crises
Ogres September 28, 2026
Auction to raise funds for families of Latvians missing in Nepal
Ogres September 28, 2026
Five people arrested in counter-terrorism operation near British air force base
Ogres September 28, 2026

BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: The Progressives – attractive promises, an expensive programme and experience in power
September 28, 2026
Medication mix-up led to child’s death – Latvian nurse sentenced to two and a half years in prison
September 28, 2026
Legislative changes in Estonia to allow domestic mobile roaming during crises
September 28, 2026
Auction to raise funds for families of Latvians missing in Nepal
September 28, 2026
Five people arrested in counter-terrorism operation near British air force base
September 28, 2026
From +3°C at night to nearly +20°C during the day – what weather will the new week bring in Latvia?
September 28, 2026

Social

Medication mix-up led to child’s death – Latvian nurse sentenced to two and a half years in prison
September 28, 2026
From +3°C at night to nearly +20°C during the day – what weather will the new week bring in Latvia?
September 28, 2026
BNN focus | Political scientist’s view: What is really behind Stepaņenko’s financial gifts from Russia?
September 25, 2026

One of the biggest scandals of the week involved gifts received by Jūlija Stepaņenko, leader of the Sovereign Power party, from her father…

First flu cases confirmed in Latvia
September 25, 2026
Rain clouds and gusty winds to persist in Latvia towards the end of the week
September 25, 2026

World

Legislative changes in Estonia to allow domestic mobile roaming during crises
Ogres September 28, 2026

Starting the 1st of October, mobile network users will be able to connect to another operator’s cell tower during emergencies if their own…

Five people arrested in counter-terrorism operation near British air force base
Ogres September 28, 2026

Five individuals have been arrested on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act after three suspicious vehicles were spotted near the Royal Air Force…

US efforts to supply gas to Balkan nations have alarmed Brussels
Ogres September 25, 2026
Xi’s US visit: red carpet rolled out, but desired outcome not achieved
Ogres September 25, 2026
Delays in Rail Baltica construction in Estonia frustrate locals
Ogres September 25, 2026

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Medical workers’ union expresses no confidence in Latvia’s Minister of Health

21.10.202521.10.2025 Ogres

The Latvian Health and Social Care Workers’ Trade Union (LVSADA) has decided to express no confidence in Health Minister Hosams Abu Meri (New…

Will regional hospitals in Latvia survive? The Health Minister warns about “doctors on paper”

21.10.202522.10.2025 Ogres

Emergency departments in smaller hospitals in Latvia’s regions must definitely be preserved so that they are always accessible to people and function in…

Anatomy of propaganda: how Zapad 2025 exercises serve Russia’s and Belarus’s information war

21.10.202525.10.2025 Ogres

During the Zapad 2025 military exercises held in September, Russia spread six key narratives — one emphasizing the military unity of Russia and…

Fog, frost, and a warmer weekend ahead in Latvia

21.10.202521.10.2025 Ogres

On Tuesday and Wednesday, skies over Latvia will be partly cloudy, although by Wednesday afternoon, clouds will gradually increase from the west, according…

Ombudswoman warns that mandatory consultations before abortion would restrict women’s rights

20.10.202520.10.2025 Ogres

The proposal to introduce mandatory consultations for women who wish to terminate a pregnancy raises serious human rights concerns, according to Ombudswoman Karina…

Israel reports renewed ceasefire, aid deliveries after Gaza strikes

20.10.202520.10.2025 Ogres

The Israeli army said a ceasefire in Gaza had been restored after it carried out air strikes in retaliation for an attack that…

Netherlands’ Ingka Investments to become Latvia’s largest private forest owner

20.10.202520.10.2025 Ogres

The Swedish forest owners’ association Södra will sell its Baltic land holdings — a total of 153,000 hectares — for €720 million to…

Lithuania seeks ways to help families – schools open during holidays

20.10.202520.10.2025 Ogres

To help families who have nowhere to leave their young students while their parents work, Marijampolė has become the first municipality in Lithuania…

Ride Mobility introduces age verification following tragic accident in Imanta

20.10.202521.10.2025 Ogres

The shared e-bike operator “Ride Mobility” has introduced age verification tools for all customers starting Monday, the company’s CEO Edgars Jākobsons announced. From…

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