Heat wave to reach Latvia this weekend
June 27, 2026
Average consumer price level up by 0.4% in Latvia
In February 2024, compared to February 2023, the average level of consumer prices increased by 0.4 %, latest data of the Central Statistical…
Latvian Ministry of Defence warns of potential attack on Russia in next 48 hours
Latvian Ministry of Defence urges residents to not travel to Russia due to possible terror attacks in the next 48 hours. Residents already…
Ministry of Finance to make decisions on loans for Rēzekne based on report from VARAM
Latvian Ministry of Environment Protection and Regional Development (VARAM) is currently working on a legislative draft to dismiss Rēzekne municipal council. This is…
KNAB suspects Valka municipality official of ties to EUR 2 million fraud
This week Latvia’s Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) together with European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) performed investigative actions, including searches, in several…
Sweden officially becomes 32nd NATO member state
On Thursday, the 7th of March, Sweden became the 32nd NATO member state, as confirmed by the US Department of State. The official…
Latvia’s Pasažieru vilciens appoints new board chairman after last one stepped down
From now on the position of the acting board chairman of Pasažieru vilciens (PV) will be Raitis Nešpors, BNN was told by the…
US to build temporary port for aid deliveries in Gaza
President Joe Biden gave a 68-minute State of the Union address on Thursday, the 7th of March, in which he outlined his arguments…
Czechs raise funds for 800 000 artillery shells for Ukraine
Norway donated 140 million euros on Thursday, and with that the Czech Republic has secured enough funds to buy 800 000 artillery shells…
Latvian PM explains residents’ worries about security with lacking awareness
Residents’ worry about the security situation in the country can be explained with lacking awareness about the situation and about Latvia’s defensive capabilities,…
