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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…

More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
Ogres September 21, 2026

More than 10,000 Latvian residents have signed an initiative on the ManaBalss.lv platform calling for the number of Saeima MPs to be reduced…

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

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
September 21, 2026
More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
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

Social

More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
September 21, 2026
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

The data breach at Latvia’s Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD) was facilitated by several shortcomings in cybersecurity management, including inadequate security testing, insufficient…

“Possible casualties” – Sārts warns of escalation of Russia’s hybrid war in Europe
September 18, 2026
Pellet prices begin to fall in Latvia – producers predict what will happen next
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

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The transit business Latvia lost — and Russia gained

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Belarusian potash continues to reach global markets despite sanctions and political tensions. The cargo is moving, the profits are being made, and the…

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Latvia will continue to experience predominantly cloudy weather on Tuesday and Wednesday, although skies are expected to gradually clear from the west on…

Sardinia wants to save beaches; introduces entry fee and ban on parasols

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Visitors to the picturesque beaches of the Italian island of Sardinia must now count not only on mandatory reservations, but also on a…

Latvia to call for faster military reinforcement of NATO’s eastern flank at European Council

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Latvia will emphasize the need for the European Union to accelerate the implementation of defence projects aimed at strengthening the Eastern Flank during…

Lithuania dismantles nuclear reactor in Ignalina; thinks of tourist attraction

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Lithuania is preparing to dismantle the RBMK cores of the Ignalina nuclear power plant reactors, which are the same as those used in…

Swiss vote against population cap in referendum

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Swiss voters rejected a proposal to cap the country’s population if it reaches 10 million by 2050 in a referendum on the 14th…

British forces intercept Russian shadow fleet ship in English Channel

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The British military intercepted a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel on the 14th of June, taking the lead in…

Stradiņš Hospital sounds the alarm: Rīga needs another hospital

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Riga is lacking either an additional emergency care hospital or a facility capable of treating patients who do not require highly specialized medical…

Dispute over the future of Rīgas Siltums: Kleinbergs sees the company under Rīga’s control

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AS Rīgas siltums needs a single owner, Rīga City Council Chairman Viesturs Kleinbergs said in an interview with Latvian Television’s Rīta panorāma. According…

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