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Weather in Latvia to surprise this week: frost and snow at night, up to +10°C during the day
March 2, 2026
A hint of spring in the air – temperatures to stay above zero over the weekend
February 27, 2026
Former drivers of Ušakovs sentenced to prison for fictitious “employment” at “Rīgas satiksme”
February 25, 2026

The Riga City Court, in a criminal case concerning large-scale fraud, has sentenced two former drivers of former Riga mayor Nils Ušakovs (S)…

As the influence of an anticyclone strengthens, weather will change midweek
February 25, 2026
Precipitation zone to continue crossing the country, heavy snowfall expected in some areas
February 24, 2026

Politics

Latvian government working on simplifying the legislative process
March 3, 2026
Latvia should assess the US example: adjusting sanctions as a way to avoid strengthening Russia’s economy
March 2, 2026
Hungarian opposition: Country at crossroads between Europe and dictatorship
February 27, 2026
Le Pen: I will not run for president with an ankle bracelet
February 26, 2026
Parliamentary elections are approaching in Hungary; what is Orbán doing and what is his rival thinking?
February 25, 2026
Nils Ušakovs leaves the board of the Saskaņa party
February 24, 2026

Business

Middle East conflict escalates; airline shares fall
By Ogres   March 2, 2026

The escalation of the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran has disrupted flight schedules around the world, and airline shares fell…

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Moneyval signal to investors: Latvia is a safe financial environment
By Ogres   February 19, 2026
Latvia’s Central Bank governor outlines concrete steps to double economic growth
By Ogres   February 19, 2026
43 million euros jointly: court delivers landmark ruling in the “Krājbanka” case
By Ogres   February 5, 2026
Valdis Andersons elected Chairman of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils
By Ogres   February 4, 2026

Estonia faces organ donor shortage; misinformation partly to blame
Ogres March 3, 2026

Only 5.5% of Estonians have officially declared their willingness to become organ donors after death, and one of the reasons for the low…

European far-right groups unite after activist’s death
Ogres March 3, 2026

The death of a young French far-right activist, Quentin Deranque, after being beaten in a clash with far-left activists has given a boost…

Global markets on edge – oil and gas prices surge
Ogres March 3, 2026
Russia conducts anti-aircraft missile tests in the Baltic Sea
Ogres March 3, 2026
Ambassador advises Latvian nationals not to attempt leaving the UAE on their own at this time
Ogres March 3, 2026

Estonia faces organ donor shortage; misinformation partly to blame
March 3, 2026
European far-right groups unite after activist’s death
March 3, 2026
Global markets on edge – oil and gas prices surge
March 3, 2026
Russia conducts anti-aircraft missile tests in the Baltic Sea
March 3, 2026
Ambassador advises Latvian nationals not to attempt leaving the UAE on their own at this time
March 3, 2026
Latvian government working on simplifying the legislative process
March 3, 2026

Social

European far-right groups unite after activist’s death
March 3, 2026
Ambassador advises Latvian nationals not to attempt leaving the UAE on their own at this time
March 3, 2026
Changeable weather in Latvia: from sleet to a sunnier weekend
March 3, 2026

On Tuesday, skies will remain cloudy, though the sun will appear in some areas. At night, temperatures will drop to +1…-2°C, and where…

New port director appointed at Ventspils Freeport – Igors Udodovs takes office
March 2, 2026
From sanctions list removed Russian minister manipulates international sports
March 2, 2026

World

Estonia faces organ donor shortage; misinformation partly to blame
Ogres March 3, 2026

Only 5.5% of Estonians have officially declared their willingness to become organ donors after death, and one of the reasons for the low…

Global markets on edge – oil and gas prices surge
Ogres March 3, 2026

Oil and gas prices continued to rise sharply on Tuesday as the war involving Iran unsettled financial markets worldwide. The price of Brent…

Russia conducts anti-aircraft missile tests in the Baltic Sea
Ogres March 3, 2026
Scientists urge delay in age verification on social media
Ogres March 2, 2026
Netanyahu’s Iran plan: friendly government or internal chaos – both useful
Ogres March 2, 2026

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Four years since Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine; only 0.79% of Ukrainian territory seized last year

24.02.202624.02.2026 Ogres

Tuesday marks four years since Russia’s renewed full-scale invasion of Ukraine, triggering the largest military conflict in Europe since World War II. The…

EU sanctions eight Russian officials over human rights abuses

24.02.202601.03.2026 Ogres

The European Union has imposed sanctions on a new group of officials – eight Russian government and law enforcement officials who have violated…

Precipitation zone to continue crossing the country, heavy snowfall expected in some areas

24.02.202625.02.2026 Ogres

The precipitation zone will continue to move across Latvia on Tuesday, the 24th of February — skies will be mostly cloudy. Snow will…

Hungary vows to block new EU sanctions on Russia

23.02.202601.03.2026 Ogres

Hungary plans to oppose further European Union sanctions on Russia and also wants to use its veto power to block a 90 billion…

Iceland eyes resuming EU accession talks

23.02.202623.02.2026 Ogres

Two people familiar with the matter said Iceland is considering holding a vote to reopen EU accession talks as soon as August, Politico…

Unlike last year, this year has started with a deficit in Latvia’s state budget

23.02.202623.02.2026 Ogres

At the end of January this year, Latvia’s consolidated general government budget showed a deficit of 21.5 million euros, according to information published…

Ice road to Estonian island: intended for locals, attracts tourists

23.02.202623.02.2026 Ogres

Residents of the island of Vormsi have obtained special stickers that allow them to use the ice road that leads from the island…

Greenland says “Thanks, no” to Trump’s offer of hospital ship

23.02.202623.02.2026 Ogres

Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has urged US President Donald Trump to speak to him directly, rather than venting his frustrations on social…

Kyiv condemns Hungary, Slovakia’s energy blackmail

23.02.202624.02.2026 Ogres

Ukraine on the 21st of February condemned the “ultimatums and blackmail” of the Hungarian and Slovak governments after they threatened to cut off…

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