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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

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
“It won’t happen in 2030 – there’s no doubt about it.” Latvian politician delivers stark Rail Baltica forecast
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,…

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

The pro-Russian terrorist group Global Citizens Against War 1984 (GCAW1984), which has previously claimed responsibility for acts of sabotage in Europe, has sent…

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
Tallinn Airport sees record passenger traffic in August
Ogres September 7, 2026

Trump puts Iceland under US flag; US ambassador summoned for talks
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
US imposes economic sanctions; Iran’s ability to use Strait of Hormuz as leverage diminishes
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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SAB: Russia’s perception of Latvia increasingly resembles its pre-war view of Ukraine

28.08.202628.08.2026 Ogres

Russia currently poses no direct military threat to Latvia, although a number of signs point to potential longer-term plans, Latvia’s Constitution Protection Bureau…

Growing concern over Latvian tourists in Nepal – Foreign Ministry releases latest information

28.08.202629.08.2026 Ogres

The Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) reports that its Consular Department has currently compiled information from various sources, including family members and…

Poland rules out nuclear weapons in its territory

28.08.202629.08.2026 Ogres

Despite growing concerns that Russia could attack NATO, Poland’s Deputy Defense Minister Paweł Zalewski has said the country does not want to deploy…

Nepal suspends rescue efforts; more flooding looms

28.08.202630.08.2026 Ogres

A landslide on the Nepal-China border has created a lake that has begun to overflow, raising the risk of repeated flash floods in…

Bank of Latvia Governor on lending: The target has not yet been reached

28.08.202629.08.2026 Ogres

Latvia has not yet achieved its target for lending growth, Bank of Latvia Governor Mārtiņš Kazāks said in an interview with TV3’s “900…

Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario

28.08.202630.08.2026 Ogres

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to change the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America, the BBC reports. The…

Five days after the storm, thousands of people in Latvia are still without electricity

28.08.202629.08.2026 Ogres

Five days after the storm, around 2,500 customers in Latvia are still experiencing power outages, electricity distribution system operator Sadales tīkls said. The…

Forecasters release latest weekend forecast for Latvia – weather set to change

28.08.202628.08.2026 Ogres

On Friday, skies will be partly cloudy and the weather will remain dry. Winds will be light, allowing fog to thicken in some…

Iceland waits referendum; fish could decide outcome

27.08.202628.08.2026 Ogres

Iceland will hold a referendum on the 29th of August to decide whether the country will reopen talks on joining the European Union,…

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