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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

Saxony-Anhalt election: blow to Merz, warning to Europe
September 8, 2026
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

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

Trump puts Iceland under US flag; US ambassador summoned for talks
Ogres September 8, 2026

Reykjavik has summoned the US ambassador after US President Donald Trump posted a picture of Iceland and other countries covered in US flag,…

Saxony-Anhalt election: blow to Merz, warning to Europe
Ogres September 8, 2026

The victory of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) in the state of Saxony-Anhalt marks both a setback for Chancellor Friedrich Merz and…

Terrorist group threatens Latvian companies, demands halt to arms supplies to Ukraine
Ogres September 8, 2026
Rain to return to Latvia after a drier start to the week
Ogres September 8, 2026
Australia plans new law to allow users to opt out of social media algorithms
Ogres September 7, 2026

Trump puts Iceland under US flag; US ambassador summoned for talks
September 8, 2026
Saxony-Anhalt election: blow to Merz, warning to Europe
September 8, 2026
Terrorist group threatens Latvian companies, demands halt to arms supplies to Ukraine
September 8, 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

Social

Terrorist group threatens Latvian companies, demands halt to arms supplies to Ukraine
September 8, 2026
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

“Are we going to shoot down every drone with fighter jets from now on? If that’s the case, then it’s over – we’re…

Latvia launches petition to reduce number of Saeima MPs
September 7, 2026
Estimated cost revealed for conservation design of Rail Baltica overpass and support structure in the Daugava
September 7, 2026

World

Trump puts Iceland under US flag; US ambassador summoned for talks
Ogres September 8, 2026

Reykjavik has summoned the US ambassador after US President Donald Trump posted a picture of Iceland and other countries covered in US flag,…

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
Ukraine attacks Russia’s Sochi port
Ogres September 3, 2026

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Russian forces reach another key frontline town, says Ukraine’s military

08.10.202419.10.2024 Ogres

Russian forces have entered the outskirts of the eastern Ukrainian frontline town of Toretsk, late on Monday, the 7th of October, less than…

Social care in Riga in critical state due to shortage of finances

07.10.202407.10.2024 Ogres

Due to money shortage, social care in Riga is in a critical state, as mentioned in the report submitted to Riga City Council’s…

Kremlin: Russian state media company hit by unprecedented cyber attack

07.10.202407.10.2024 Ogres

Russia’s state media company All-Russian State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company (VGTRK), which owns and operates Russia’s main national TV channels, including Rossia…

Former defence official warns of the need to reinforce border protection

07.10.202407.10.2024 Ogres

To ensure protection of the eastern border it is necessary to reform at least two National Guard battalions into full-time units, wrote co-founder…

Slovakia’s Fico says Ukraine will never join NATO on his watch

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico on Sunday, the 6th of October, vowed to block Ukraine’s NATO membership for as long as he leads…

Requirements for small and medium-sized businesses to be equalised in VAT Law

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Latvian Ministry of Finance has developed amendments to the Value Added Tax Law that provide for simplifying and equalising VAT application rules and…

“Z” symbols appear in Latgale; State Police commence investigation

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Last week, there were multiple “Z” symbols, which are associated with Russian aggression in Ukraine, found painted in multiple locations in Latgale, as…

Israel destroys 40 000 Hamas targets in Gaza in one year of war

07.10.202408.10.2024 Ogres

Israel has bombed more than 40 000 targets in the Gaza Strip in the past year, uncovered 4 700 tunnel shafts and destroyed…

Week in Lithuania | Lithuania buys additional NASAMS systems; prosecutors open probe into TV host’s remarks about Russian-speakers

05.10.202405.10.2024 Ogres

Last week, MPs amended law setting one-third quota for women in leadership positions; Minister said Rheinmetall plant in Lithuania ‘still needs work’  Lithuania…

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