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Cargo volumes at the Port of Ventspils increase across all main segments
January 20, 2026
Rail Baltica finally moves forward in Latvia – construction to begin on a 30–35 km section
January 19, 2026
From three to 20 employees – which ministers in Latvia have the largest offices
January 16, 2026

The largest ministerial offices in the Latvian government belong to Health Minister Hosams Abu Meri (New Unity), Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity),…

State Audit Office Criticizes Shadow Economy Plan; Latvia’s Finance Minister Disagrees
January 15, 2026
Temperatures in Latvia to drop to –20°C in the coming days
January 14, 2026

Politics

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
Greenland talks at the White House: constructive but without result
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

Japan shuts down world’s largest nuclear power plant hours after restart
Ogres January 22, 2026

The world’s largest nuclear power plant has been shut down just hours after it was due to start up after an alarm sounded…

Europe wary of Gaza Peace Board; not everyone ready to participate
Ogres January 22, 2026

When the US managed to achieve a fragile ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, Europeans were supportive and praised the success, but now few…

Latvia to significantly restrict distance learning in the first stage of primary education
Ogres January 22, 2026
Trump-made Greenland crisis: allies will not forget the move
Ogres January 22, 2026
African swine fever detected at one of Latvia’s largest farms – quarantine and culling ordered
Ogres January 21, 2026

Japan shuts down world’s largest nuclear power plant hours after restart
January 22, 2026
Europe wary of Gaza Peace Board; not everyone ready to participate
January 22, 2026
Latvia to significantly restrict distance learning in the first stage of primary education
January 22, 2026
Trump-made Greenland crisis: allies will not forget the move
January 22, 2026
African swine fever detected at one of Latvia’s largest farms – quarantine and culling ordered
January 21, 2026
an investigation reveals what belongs to Kadyrov’s children – Baltic News Network
January 21, 2026

Social

Latvia to significantly restrict distance learning in the first stage of primary education
January 22, 2026
African swine fever detected at one of Latvia’s largest farms – quarantine and culling ordered
January 21, 2026
“There is no light at the end of the tunnel”: Latvia’s restaurant sector warns of mass closures
January 21, 2026

Restaurants in Latvia are currently in a very difficult situation, said Jānis Jenzis, head of the Latvian Restaurant Association (LRA). He noted that…

Costs rise, deadlines slip: EU auditors sharply criticise Latvia’s Rail Baltica, Ministry responds
January 20, 2026
Estonians postpone family growth; reasons – economic and personal difficulties
January 20, 2026

World

Japan shuts down world’s largest nuclear power plant hours after restart
Ogres January 22, 2026

The world’s largest nuclear power plant has been shut down just hours after it was due to start up after an alarm sounded…

Trump-made Greenland crisis: allies will not forget the move
Ogres January 22, 2026

After the successful operation in Venezuela, during which the country’s leader was captured, US President Donald Trump continued the course he had taken…

an investigation reveals what belongs to Kadyrov’s children – Baltic News Network
Ogres January 21, 2026
France intercepts migrant boat on the water for first time
Ogres January 21, 2026
Davos: Europe is worried, Trump is bragging and Macron wears sunglasses
Ogres January 21, 2026

Latest Posts

Poor air quality detected in multiple areas in Latvia

25.02.202526.02.2025 Ogres

On the 25th of February poor air quality was detected in multiple locations around Latvia, according to information from Latvian Environment, Geology and…

Ukraine needs 524 billion dollars to recover and rebuild after three years of war, says World Bank

25.02.202526.02.2025 Ogres

According to estimates by the World Bank, the UN, the European Commission and the Ukrainian government, the cost of rebuilding Ukraine’s economy after…

People’s verdict: Which Latvian minister has the lowest rating?

25.02.202526.02.2025 Ogres

In January 2025 the Latvian minister with the lowest rating, according to popularity polls, was the now former Minister of Education and Science…

Čakša back in the Saeima – aims for the seat of head of the Budget Commission

25.02.202525.02.2025 Ogres

The now former Latvian Minister of Education and Science Anda Čakša has returned to working in the Saeima, as she confirmed in a…

Orban plans new laws, crackdown on media over “foreign funding”

25.02.202526.02.2025 Ogres

The Hungarian government will draft legislation to protect the country’s sovereignty and, following the example of the new US government, will uncover foreign…

Parental neglect? Two-year-old found wandering streets in Priekule wearing nothing but a diaper and socks

25.02.202503.03.2025 Ogres

Last weekend, Latvian State Police received information about a two-year-old girl wandering the street in Priekule wearing a diaper and socks, as confirmed…

Latvian meteorologists predict precipitation and fog for now; more sun expected this weekend

25.02.202503.03.2025 Ogres

Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to be cloudy in Latvia. Eastern parts of the country, however, may see more clear sky, as reported…

UN adopts resolutions condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, despite US objections

25.02.202502.03.2025 Ogres

The United Nations (UN) Security Council on Monday, the 24th of February, adopted a US-drafted resolution marking the third year since Russia’s invasion…

Progressives say they are prepared to take charge over any ministry in Latvia

25.02.202504.03.2025 Ogres

Latvian political party Progressives is prepared to propose candidates to work in any of the ministries from which ministers were called off by…

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