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Large rain system approaching Latvia – thunderstorms also possible in some areas
September 16, 2026
LSA warns: unilateral grain transit restrictions will not stop Russian exports – the question is who will pay for the decision
September 14, 2026
40% of cargo, millions of euros and a thousand jobs – Liepāja SEZ warns of consequences if transit ban is adopted
September 8, 2026

If cargo traffic towards the east were completely halted, total cargo turnover at the Port of Liepāja would fall by around 40%, representatives…

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

Politics

BNN IN FOCUS | Political scientist’s view: Should officials start their working day by taking a breathalyser test?
September 18, 2026
From 5% for defence to abolishing the State Defence Service – what Latvian parties promise on national security ahead of the Saeima election
September 17, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: New Unity – from election winner to fighting for survival in the Saeima
September 16, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: A new face, old baggage and a fresh scandal – what is ZZS taking into the election?
September 14, 2026
Far-right could join government in Sweden after elections
September 11, 2026
Saxony-Anhalt election: blow to Merz, warning to Europe
September 8, 2026

Business

Stevedoring companies accuse NA of populism over grain transit: loud slogans with no understanding of consequences for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   September 17, 2026

The Latvian Stevedoring Companies Association (LSA) has sharply criticised the National Alliance’s (NA) proposed ban on the transit of Russian grain, arguing that…

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airBaltic owes money to thousands – up to 25,000 creditors, largest claim at 66.5 million dollars
By Ogres   September 14, 2026
Transit ban could cost hundreds of millions – stevedoring companies urge Saeima not to rush
By Ogres   September 9, 2026
Latvian ports are not refusing to accept domestic grain
By Ogres   September 8, 2026
Estonia puts Omniva up for sale – auction starting price set at 52 million euros
By Ogres   September 4, 2026

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
Ogres September 21, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described the defeat of his party, the Christian Democrats (CDU), in the state elections as catastrophic, yet remains…

Zelensky to meet Trump at UN General Assembly
Ogres September 21, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on the 20th of September that he had spoken with US President Donald Trump and that the two…

Autumn weather to persist in Latvia; monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
Ogres September 21, 2026
Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
Ogres September 18, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political scientist’s view: Should officials start their working day by taking a breathalyser test?
Ogres September 18, 2026

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
September 21, 2026
Zelensky to meet Trump at UN General Assembly
September 21, 2026
Autumn weather to persist in Latvia; monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
September 21, 2026
Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
September 18, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political scientist’s view: Should officials start their working day by taking a breathalyser test?
September 18, 2026
Estonia ready to close border in event of Russian mobilization
September 18, 2026

Social

Autumn weather to persist in Latvia; monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
September 21, 2026
How did data on 1.2 million people leak from CSDD? Investigation reveals multiple failures
September 18, 2026
“Possible casualties” – Sārts warns of escalation of Russia’s hybrid war in Europe
September 18, 2026

As Russia intensifies its hybrid war in Europe, more serious attacks could be expected, according to Jānis Sārts, Director of the NATO Strategic…

Pellet prices begin to fall in Latvia – producers predict what will happen next
September 18, 2026
Forecasters update weekend outlook – what to expect in Latvia?
September 18, 2026

World

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
Ogres September 21, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described the defeat of his party, the Christian Democrats (CDU), in the state elections as catastrophic, yet remains…

Zelensky to meet Trump at UN General Assembly
Ogres September 21, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on the 20th of September that he had spoken with US President Donald Trump and that the two…

Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
Ogres September 18, 2026
Estonia ready to close border in event of Russian mobilization
Ogres September 18, 2026
Elections in Russia: no surprises and no hope for change
Ogres September 18, 2026

Latest Posts

Pressure grows on Latvia’s border as migrants become more aggressive and not all are intercepted

03.07.202604.07.2026 Ogres

Latvia’s State Border Guard is not always able to intercept all migrants who cross the Latvia–Belarus border illegally, State Border Guard Chief Guntis…

Rain, thunderstorms and strong winds expected across Latvia this weekend

03.07.202603.07.2026 Ogres

Friday will be mostly cloudy, although sunny spells are expected at times. Rain is forecast in many parts of the country, with thunderstorms…

On Jānis Timma’s birthday, Sedokova reveals why she divorced the basketball player

02.07.202602.07.2026 Ogres

On Thursday, 2 July, the birthday of the late Latvian basketball player Jānis Timma, his former wife, singer Anna Sedokova, shared a personal…

Hacker remained undetected in “Latvijas valsts meži” system for several days

02.07.202602.07.2026 Ogres

A hacker had gained access to the IT systems of Latvia’s state-owned forestry company “Latvijas valsts meži” (LVM) as early as 11 June…

Latvia’s Central Election Commission explains emergency procedures for polling stations

02.07.202602.07.2026 Ogres

In the event of a potential security threat during elections, the safety of polling station staff and voters will be the top priority,…

Latvia’s finance minister: Rail Baltica cannot be abandoned, but difficult decisions lie ahead

02.07.202603.07.2026 Ogres

Latvia must decide which parts of the international Rail Baltica railway project should be built and which should not, but abandoning the project…

Rain and thunderstorms return as cooler weather continues across Latvia next week

02.07.202604.07.2026 Ogres

On Thursday, brief showers are expected in many parts of Latvia. After the rain, cloudy skies will gradually clear from the west. Winds…

What Was Leaked After the Cyberattack on Latvijas valsts meži? Cert.lv Explains

01.07.202602.07.2026 Ogres

So far, the attacker has leaked 44 gigabytes of data stolen during the cyberattack on Latvijas valsts meži (LVM), although the total volume…

Latvia becomes one of Europe’s leading drone hubs, new study finds

01.07.202602.07.2026 Ogres

More than 200 companies developing defence and dual-use technologies are currently operating in the Baltic states, according to the first landscape of this…

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