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Rain continues in Latvia, monthly precipitation norm already exceeded in many areas
September 7, 2026
Scammers never rest! Relatives of Latvians missing in Nepal targeted by fraudsters
September 2, 2026
airBaltic to significantly reduce routes from Riga – destinations being dropped revealed
September 2, 2026

Latvia’s national airline airBaltic will offer 57 direct routes from Riga throughout the next summer season, nearly 20% fewer than during this year’s…

September brings autumn weather – rain zones to cross Latvia as temperatures drop
September 2, 2026
Umbrellas are a must: very heavy rain possible in Latvia on Knowledge Day
September 1, 2026

Politics

German far-right scores big win in regional elections
September 7, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | “How to hit the leader?” Political scientist explains Latvia’s pre-election battle within the coalition
September 5, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Four years, three governments and the same old problems: where does Latvia stand ahead of the election?
September 2, 2026
Latvian parliament gives “green light” to possible state involvement in airBaltic rescue
August 20, 2026
“It is a political retirement home.” Latvian prime minister sharply criticises management of state-owned companies
August 19, 2026
“It won’t happen in 2030 – there’s no doubt about it.” Latvian politician delivers stark Rail Baltica forecast
August 19, 2026

Business

Estonia puts Omniva up for sale – auction starting price set at 52 million euros
By Ogres   September 4, 2026

Estonia on Friday launched a public sealed-bid auction for the sale of shares in the state-owned postal company Eesti Post, operating under the…

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airBaltic agrees on financing of up to 257 million euros – interest rate set at 25% per year
By Ogres   September 4, 2026
Latvian company whose glass is used even at the Louvre sold for 62.5 million euros
By Ogres   September 3, 2026
Is it safe to buy airBaltic tickets? Tallinn Airport representative gives his assessment
By Ogres   August 27, 2026
BNN Interview | Cargo does not disappear — it goes to competitors. Latvia is losing millions and its place on the transit map
By Ogres   August 26, 2026

Rain to return to Latvia after a drier start to the week
Ogres September 8, 2026

On Tuesday, the 8th of September, sunny spells will alternate with clouds, bringing brief rain to some eastern areas overnight and to parts…

Australia plans new law to allow users to opt out of social media algorithms
Ogres September 7, 2026

A new bill would allow Australians to opt out of social media algorithms, the BBC reports. Australian Communications Minister Anika Wells said the…

Tallinn Airport sees record passenger traffic in August
Ogres September 7, 2026
US imposes economic sanctions; Iran’s ability to use Strait of Hormuz as leverage diminishes
Ogres September 7, 2026
“If that’s the case, then it’s over…” – MEP comments on shooting down drones in Latvia
Ogres September 7, 2026

Rain to return to Latvia after a drier start to the week
September 8, 2026
Australia plans new law to allow users to opt out of social media algorithms
September 7, 2026
Tallinn Airport sees record passenger traffic in August
September 7, 2026
US imposes economic sanctions; Iran’s ability to use Strait of Hormuz as leverage diminishes
September 7, 2026
“If that’s the case, then it’s over…” – MEP comments on shooting down drones in Latvia
September 7, 2026
German far-right scores big win in regional elections
September 7, 2026

Social

Rain to return to Latvia after a drier start to the week
September 8, 2026
“If that’s the case, then it’s over…” – MEP comments on shooting down drones in Latvia
September 7, 2026
Latvia launches petition to reduce number of Saeima MPs
September 7, 2026

A signature collection campaign has been launched on the public initiative platform ManaBalss.lv to reduce the number of members of the Saeima from…

Estimated cost revealed for conservation design of Rail Baltica overpass and support structure in the Daugava
September 7, 2026
Association of Stevedoring Companies: Latvian grain is given priority at ports and is not displaced by transit cargo
September 4, 2026

World

Australia plans new law to allow users to opt out of social media algorithms
Ogres September 7, 2026

A new bill would allow Australians to opt out of social media algorithms, the BBC reports. Australian Communications Minister Anika Wells said the…

Tallinn Airport sees record passenger traffic in August
Ogres September 7, 2026

Tallinn Airport handled nearly 390,000 passengers in August, the best monthly figure in the airport’s history, and 16% more than in August last…

US imposes economic sanctions; Iran’s ability to use Strait of Hormuz as leverage diminishes
Ogres September 7, 2026
Ukraine attacks Russia’s Sochi port
Ogres September 3, 2026
Russia launches massive overnight attack on Ukraine – 12 killed
Ogres September 1, 2026

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VIDEO | Spain mourns as death toll in catastrophic floods exceeds 150

01.11.202401.11.2024 Ogres

The death toll from devastating floods in eastern Spain rose to 158 on Thursday, the 31st of October, as rescue teams continued to…

Fake State Border Guard minibus caught trafficking illegal migrants in Krāslava

01.11.202401.11.2024 Ogres

Last night, a minibus with 13 illegal migrants was caught in Krāslava. What makes this incident particularly interesting is that the minibus was…

Inquiry Committee asks for more time to investigate “militarised sculpture composition” in Kadaga

01.11.202403.11.2024 Ogres

The Inquiry Committee has requested an extension to complete the investigation of the costs behind the “militarised sculpture composition” in Kadaga, as TV3…

Zelenskyy criticises allies for “zero” response to North Korean deployment

01.11.202402.11.2024 Ogres

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in an interview with South Korean television channel KBS, criticised the “zero” response of allies to Russia’s deployment of…

Storm is coming: strong wind, rain and snow expected on Friday and Saturday

01.11.202403.11.2024 Ogres

On Friday, the 1st of November, the sky will clear up every now and then. Nevertheless, it will rain in all of Latvia…

BNN ANALYSES | Lithuania’s general election winner, the LSDP, sees its leader flip-flop, opting for Brussels instead of joining the Seimas

31.10.202431.10.2024 Ogres

Linas Jegelevičius Lithuanian voters have propelled the Social Democrats to the top in the country’s general election. The Social Democrats (LSDP) swept the…

Saeima makes final decision on State Revenue Service’s reorganisation

31.10.202401.11.2024 Ogres

On Thursday, the 31st of October, the Latvian Saeima passed in the final reading the new Law on the State Revenue Service and…

EU recommended to set up an EU-level intelligence service

31.10.202431.10.2024 Ogres

In a report published on Wednesday, the 30th of October, former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö called on the European Union (EU) to create…

Trick or treat! The world celebrates Halloween

31.10.202401.11.2024 Ogres

The last day of October is celebrated as Halloween or All Hallows’ Eve is many countries of the world. The visible part of…

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