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Flags of two Islamic countries raised on Riga bridge within weeks – city officials suspect provocation
October 28, 2026
Riga considers postponing Vanšu Bridge repairs as plans for temporary bridge remain uncertain
October 27, 2026
Fuel prices in Latvia approach critical threshold – experts predict changes in the car market
October 23, 2026

Fuel prices in Latvia are approaching levels that have historically triggered a significant increase in interest in electric vehicles. If prices remain high…

Parents in Latvia may face higher costs – Puntulis considers changes to cultural education
October 22, 2026
Kulbergs’ government receives negative public rating – yet scores among Latvia’s highest in 18 years
October 21, 2026

Politics

Latvian PM’s adviser and newly elected MP Brencis detained by KNAB in EPPO investigation
October 28, 2026
Can Latvia still afford Rail Baltica? Latvian Transport Minister warns current approach is no longer sustainable
October 26, 2026
Not in parliament, but at an undisclosed location – Kulbergs gathers United List MPs ahead of Latvia’s coalition talks
October 26, 2026
Why is Kulbergs in no hurry to form a government? Rajevskis explains what lies behind the prolonged pause
October 23, 2026
US senators urge swift release of Baltic security funding amid growing Russian threats
October 23, 2026
Time is running out, but talks have yet to begin – Latvian president comments on formation of new government
October 23, 2026

Business

175 million euros lifeline for airBaltic – US court approves financing but imposes strict conditions
By Ogres   October 20, 2026

The US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York on Monday approved the release of the remaining 35 million euros under…

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airBaltic asks US court to approve 250,000-euro monthly advisory fee
By Ogres   October 16, 2026
Latvian tax authority freezes Amber Latvijas balzams bank accounts again
By Ogres   October 14, 2026
Russian grain transit ban could cost hundreds of millions – Kulbergs explains why Latvia cannot impose it
By Ogres   October 14, 2026
airBaltic losses soar to 128.2 million euros despite rising revenue and passenger numbers
By Ogres   October 13, 2026

Latvian PM’s adviser and newly elected MP Brencis detained by KNAB in EPPO investigation
Ogres October 28, 2026

Latvia’s Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) carried out investigative actions on Wednesday involving Mārtiņš Brencis, an adviser to Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs…

Hundreds of airBaltic employees face layoffs – union questions staff selection process
Ogres October 28, 2026

Latvia’s national airline airBaltic plans to dismiss approximately 100 pilots and 200 cabin crew members who are still employed by the company, according…

Billions allocated to Rail Baltica, but politicians delay decisions – RB Rail chief sharply criticises Latvia’s approach
Ogres October 28, 2026
Flags of two Islamic countries raised on Riga bridge within weeks – city officials suspect provocation
Ogres October 28, 2026
Optimism returns to global stock markets as AI companies regain investor attention
Ogres October 28, 2026

Latvian PM’s adviser and newly elected MP Brencis detained by KNAB in EPPO investigation
October 28, 2026
Hundreds of airBaltic employees face layoffs – union questions staff selection process
October 28, 2026
Billions allocated to Rail Baltica, but politicians delay decisions – RB Rail chief sharply criticises Latvia’s approach
October 28, 2026
Flags of two Islamic countries raised on Riga bridge within weeks – city officials suspect provocation
October 28, 2026
Optimism returns to global stock markets as AI companies regain investor attention
October 28, 2026
Sunshine, fog and approaching rain – what weather can Latvia expect in the coming days?
October 28, 2026

Social

Hundreds of airBaltic employees face layoffs – union questions staff selection process
October 28, 2026
Billions allocated to Rail Baltica, but politicians delay decisions – RB Rail chief sharply criticises Latvia’s approach
October 28, 2026
Sunshine, fog and approaching rain – what weather can Latvia expect in the coming days?
October 28, 2026

Wednesday will bring variable cloud cover across Latvia, with sunny spells in some areas. Fog will thicken in central and eastern regions overnight,…

Rule of law improves in Latvia, but corruption remains a key weakness
October 27, 2026
Fishing quotas for the Baltic Sea approved for 2027
October 27, 2026

World

Optimism returns to global stock markets as AI companies regain investor attention
Ogres October 28, 2026

Stock prices mostly rose across global markets on Tuesday, driven by renewed investor interest in technology companies linked to artificial intelligence (AI), as…

EU plans tougher approach to illegal migration – Frontex could gain new powers
Ogres October 27, 2026

The European Commission (EC) wants to expand the powers of the EU border agency Frontex to allow it to deport irregular migrants, according…

Romanian intelligence uncovers Russian-coordinated sabotage network – suspects sought across several countries
Ogres October 27, 2026
Tight presidential race ends in Brazil – Lula wins as Bolsonaro plans legal challenge
Ogres October 26, 2026
Austria again expells Russian diplomats
Ogres October 23, 2026

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Duntsova officially applies to run against Russian President Putin

21.12.202321.12.2023 Ogres

On Wednesday, the 20th of December, former TV journalist Yekaterina Duntsova announced her candidacy for the upcoming Russian presidential elections in March and…

Latvian PM confused with residents’ anger over passport price doubling, says not everyone needs a passport

21.12.2023 Ogres

There is no reason for residents to worry about the doubling of the price of passports, because not all residents have a need…

Meteorologists predict precipitation – wet snow to replace rain in Latvia

21.12.2023 Ogres

On Wednesday, the 20th of December, the sky will clear up every now and then in the first half of the day. Later…

Former governor of Bank of Latvia receives actual prison sentence

21.12.202321.12.2023 Ogres

On Wednesday, the 20th of December, Riga District Court in Jurmala found former governor of the Bank of Latvia Ilmārs Rimšēvičs guilty in…

Latvian who converted into Islam accused of glorifying terrorism

20.12.2023 Ogres

Latvian State Security Service (VDD) requests the prosecution office to commence criminal prosecution against a Latvian citizen who converted into Islam for publishing…

EU agrees on new rules for migrant admission

20.12.202320.12.2023 Ogres

On Wednesday, the 20th of December, the European Union (EU) reached agreement after lengthy negotiations with the European Parliament on a new migration…

Latvia signs 164 million euros-worth contract for supply of HIMARS artillery platform

20.12.2023 Ogres

Latvia has signed a contract with US for the procurement of HIMARS missile artillery system and munitions. The total price of the contract…

Rail Baltica main track costs for Latvia estimated at EUR 3.7 billion

20.12.2023 Ogres

The costs of Rail Baltica’s main track in Latvia are estimated at EUR 3.7 billion. Implementation of the first stage of construction work…

Colorado court strikes Donald Trump from state’s 2024 primary ballot

20.12.202320.12.2023 Ogres

The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that Donald Trump is ineligible to run for the US presidency and cannot participate in the state’s…

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