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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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On Wednesday morning, the 18th of December, US President-elect Donald Trump proposed incorporating Canada into the US, calling it a “great idea” and…

Latvian government to offer to purchase Tet and LMT shares from Telia

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On Wednesday, the 18th of December, the Latvian government authorised the Ministry of Economics to issue an offer to purchase shares of telecommunication…

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A significant increase in the demand for laboratory tests for the diagnosis of infections caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae has been observed in Latvia….

Tom Cruise awarded the US Navy’s highest civilian award

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Tom Cruise received the US Navy’s highest civilian award, the Distinguished Public Servant Award, at a ceremony on Tuesday, the 17th of December,…

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Latvian embassy in Russia maintains constant contact with relatives of the recently passed Latvian basketball player Jānis Timma and Russian authorities to ensure…

Criminal proceedings commenced over Rail Baltica project officials’ possible committed illegalities

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In conclusion of its investigation, the Prosecutor General’s Office has commenced criminal proceedings over the possible illegalities committed by officials responsible for Rail…

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Moscow has stepped up attacks on Ukrainian forces fighting to hold the Kursk enclave and increased pressure in the eastern Donetsk region, top…

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In an excerpt from his forthcoming autobiography published on Tuesday, the 16th of December, Pope Francis reveals that three years ago, during his…

Latvian animation film “Straume” among nominees for Best Foreign Film Oscar award

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The American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the lists of nominees in ten award categories, and Latvian director Gints…

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