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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

Poland eases rules; will shoot down airspace violators more quickly
Ogres September 29, 2026

On the 28th of September, Polish Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk announced that Poland plans to simplify the procedure for shooting down objects…

Temperatures in Latvia to reach +20°C at the end of September – but October will gradually bring changes
Ogres September 29, 2026

Tuesday and Wednesday will bring more clouds, with isolated rain clouds bringing light rain in some areas, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology…

BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: The Progressives – attractive promises, an expensive programme and experience in power
Ogres September 28, 2026
Medication mix-up led to child’s death – Latvian nurse sentenced to two and a half years in prison
Ogres September 28, 2026
Legislative changes in Estonia to allow domestic mobile roaming during crises
Ogres September 28, 2026

Poland eases rules; will shoot down airspace violators more quickly
September 29, 2026
Temperatures in Latvia to reach +20°C at the end of September – but October will gradually bring changes
September 29, 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
Lithuania refuses to accept extended Rail Baltica deadline – 2030 target remains
September 28, 2026

Social

Temperatures in Latvia to reach +20°C at the end of September – but October will gradually bring changes
September 29, 2026
Medication mix-up led to child’s death – Latvian nurse sentenced to two and a half years in prison
September 28, 2026
Lithuania refuses to accept extended Rail Baltica deadline – 2030 target remains
September 28, 2026

Despite an agreement among the Baltic states to extend the deadline for completing the first phase of the European railway project Rail Baltica…

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

World

Poland eases rules; will shoot down airspace violators more quickly
Ogres September 29, 2026

On the 28th of September, Polish Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk announced that Poland plans to simplify the procedure for shooting down objects…

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…

Switzerland rejects proposal to tighten neutrality rules
Ogres September 28, 2026
Five people arrested in counter-terrorism operation near British air force base
Ogres September 28, 2026
US efforts to supply gas to Balkan nations have alarmed Brussels
Ogres September 25, 2026

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Czech elections: Russian disinformation and Babiš leading the polls

23.09.202523.09.2025 Ogres

The stakes in the Czech elections are high, and not only when it comes to domestic politics – the aggressive policy implementer Russia…

Šlesers changes plans: will run in Parliamentary elections and seek Prime Minister’s post

23.09.202523.09.2025 Ogres

Riga City Council member and leader of the Latvia First (LPV) party Ainārs Šlesers announced he will run in next autumn’s parliamentary elections….

Drones cause closures at Copenhagen and Oslo airports

23.09.202524.09.2025 Ogres

Drones spotted in Copenhagen and Oslo on the evening of the 22nd of September caused closure of the main airports, and it follow…

“We are at war with Russia” – Interior Minister on sabotage threats

23.09.202524.09.2025 Ogres

Over the past two years, at least ten sabotage incidents have taken place in Latvia, and to respond more effectively, additional investments are…

Weather forecast: From thunderstorms to sunny autumn days

23.09.202527.09.2025 Ogres

On Tuesday, skies will be partly cloudy with occasional showers in the eastern part of the country. A light to moderate west, northwesterly…

Study reveals: Who is really Latvia’s most popular next Prime Minister?

22.09.202522.09.2025 Ogres

Although a large share of Latvian residents remain undecided on whom they would trust to lead the next government, the current frontrunner overall…

EU cybersecurity experts: Ransomware used at airports

22.09.202528.09.2025 Ogres

The European Union’s cybersecurity agency has said that criminals are using ransomware to wreak havoc at airports and are expecting payment to restore…

Debate over four-day workweek: Employers skeptical about plan’s implementation in Lithuania

22.09.202522.09.2025 Ogres

Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė has reiterated her belief that a four-day workweek is part of the future of work, but experts say…

Three prisons in Latvia planned for closure following the opening of the new Liepāja facility

22.09.202523.09.2025 Ogres

After the opening and launch of operations at the new Liepāja prison, three prisons are expected to be closed — not only the…

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