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From three to 20 employees – which ministers in Latvia have the largest offices
January 16, 2026
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

On Wednesday skies will partly clear at times and sunshine will break through in some areas. No significant precipitation is expected overnight, but…

New airBaltic CEO Erno Hildén: bank savings, liabilities and investments
January 9, 2026
Snow, gusty winds and cold: Latvia’s weekend weather forecast
January 9, 2026

Politics

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
Polish President: Only Trump can stop Putin
January 14, 2026
Legislation flaw could allow Estonian online casinos to avoid paying taxes in 2026
January 13, 2026
Journalist attacked in Slovakia; ministers blame his professional work
January 12, 2026

Business

Cartels seen by all, but no longer provable? Supreme court ruling shakes established practice
By Ogres   January 17, 2026

While society awaits clear answers on how cartels and behind-the-scenes agreements among major businesses will be tackled in Latvia, public debate is increasingly…

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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
Rising excise duties on alcohol in Latvia may fuel smuggling, retailers warn
By Ogres   January 7, 2026

Cartels seen by all, but no longer provable? Supreme court ruling shakes established practice
Ogres January 17, 2026

While society awaits clear answers on how cartels and behind-the-scenes agreements among major businesses will be tackled in Latvia, public debate is increasingly…

BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia is cornered on migration issues – political scientist blames government inaction
Ogres January 16, 2026

The influx of third-country migrants has become a difficult problem for Europe to resolve, and the European Union is attempting to address it…

Sweden bans AI-created song from national music charts
Ogres January 16, 2026
In Latvia, former MP sentenced to eight years and two months in prison for spying for Russia
Ogres January 16, 2026
Europe divided on diplomatic talks with Russian dictator
Ogres January 16, 2026

Cartels seen by all, but no longer provable? Supreme court ruling shakes established practice
January 17, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia is cornered on migration issues – political scientist blames government inaction
January 16, 2026
Sweden bans AI-created song from national music charts
January 16, 2026
In Latvia, former MP sentenced to eight years and two months in prison for spying for Russia
January 16, 2026
Europe divided on diplomatic talks with Russian dictator
January 16, 2026
Work as a cover for espionage: State Security Service reveals Russian influence in Latvia
January 16, 2026

Social

BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia is cornered on migration issues – political scientist blames government inaction
January 16, 2026
Work as a cover for espionage: State Security Service reveals Russian influence in Latvia
January 16, 2026
Cold weather to intensify in Latvia – severe frost expected over the weekend
January 16, 2026

Friday will be mostly cloudy, although skies will clear at times, and no significant precipitation is expected, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology…

Investors critical of the efficiency of Latvia’s public administration
January 15, 2026
Cybersecurity expert: Estonian banks fail to implement security measures against Smart-ID phishing
January 15, 2026

World

Sweden bans AI-created song from national music charts
Ogres January 16, 2026

The Swedish music industry body IFPI has banned a very popular song on the streaming site Spotify from the country’s music charts because…

Europe divided on diplomatic talks with Russian dictator
Ogres January 16, 2026

Britain has a different view than Italy and France on direct European talks with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, writes Politico. British Foreign Secretary…

Britain to increase number of reservists; will be able to call up to 65
Ogres January 16, 2026
Venezuelan opposition leader hands over Nobel Peace Prize medal to Trump
Ogres January 16, 2026
Russia accuses British diplomat of espionage
Ogres January 15, 2026

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has become the first South Korean President to be arrested, ending weeks of tension between investigators and…

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Latvian ski resorts remain open despite poor weather conditions

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