Temperatures in Latvia to climb to as high as +30°C midweek
August 5, 2026
Bears in yards, fearless seals – Minister urges control over animal spread in Latvia
The Nature Conservation Agency (NCA) should allow hunting of all wild animals that appear near homes, pets, or beehives and pose a threat…
Rain, thunder, and hail: meteorologists issue warnings for all of Latvia
On Thursday and Friday, the skies will mostly be cloudy, with only occasional clear spells. Rain is expected throughout the entire country, with…
BNN Interview | Should the state pay for OIK mistakes? LIZDA explains its reasons
The Latvian Trade Union of Education and Science Employees (LIZDA) is now the second influential non-governmental organization to sign a cooperation agreement with…
In a crisis, only a few are protected – the reality of civil protection in Riga
In the past three months, the number of shelters located in municipal properties in Riga has not increased, according to information presented at…
What did Ozzy Osbourne think of politicians?
The rock musician known as the “Prince of Darkness” passed away on the 22nd of July, but future generations will be left with…
Trip to Russia? IShowSpeed’s management shares their version
Following public speculation about internet personality IShowSpeed’s potential visit to Russia, representatives from Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia contacted IShowSpeed’s team, who confirmed that…
Former Latvian Health Minister not guilty of official misconduct during the Covid-19 crisis
As the prosecution has not appealed the ruling of the Riga Regional Court, the acquittal of former Health Minister Ilze Viņķele (Development/For!) for…
IShowSpeed May Lose 90,000 euros from the Baltics – Trip to Russia Threatens Cooperation
Just like Latvia, Lithuania has announced it will not pay €30,000 to internet personality IShowSpeed if reports of his planned trip to Russia…
In fight with overcrowding Italy plans expand prisons
In a bid to combat overcrowding in prisons, the Italian government has pledged to increase their capacity by 15,000 places and help transfer…
