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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 FOCS| Political party review: National Alliance – from a “core electorate” to a fight for its own niche
September 21, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS| Political party review: National Alliance – from a “core electorate” to a fight for its own niche
September 21, 2026
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

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

Estonian real estate developers look towards Latvia
Ogres September 22, 2026

An increasing number of Estonian real estate development companies are operating in the Latvian market because land in Riga is significantly cheaper and…

While the US seeks economic opportunities in Belarus, Latvia risks losing its place on the transit map
Ogres September 22, 2026

Opinion article While the United States is looking for opportunities to buy cheaper fertilisers from Belarus and protect the interests of its farmers,…

Finnish President urges against overreacting to threats of Russian sabotage and attacks
Ogres September 22, 2026
Trump plans to purchase fertilizers from Belarus
Ogres September 22, 2026
Two precipitation zones approaching Latvia, bringing rain and thunderstorms
Ogres September 22, 2026

Estonian real estate developers look towards Latvia
September 22, 2026
While the US seeks economic opportunities in Belarus, Latvia risks losing its place on the transit map
September 22, 2026
Finnish President urges against overreacting to threats of Russian sabotage and attacks
September 22, 2026
Trump plans to purchase fertilizers from Belarus
September 22, 2026
Two precipitation zones approaching Latvia, bringing rain and thunderstorms
September 22, 2026
Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
September 21, 2026

Social

While the US seeks economic opportunities in Belarus, Latvia risks losing its place on the transit map
September 22, 2026
Two precipitation zones approaching Latvia, bringing rain and thunderstorms
September 22, 2026
More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
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…

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

World

Estonian real estate developers look towards Latvia
Ogres September 22, 2026

An increasing number of Estonian real estate development companies are operating in the Latvian market because land in Riga is significantly cheaper and…

Finnish President urges against overreacting to threats of Russian sabotage and attacks
Ogres September 22, 2026

Amid increasingly frequent warnings regarding threats from Russia and potential escalation, Finnish President Alexander Stubb has urged European allies to remain calm, reports…

Trump plans to purchase fertilizers from Belarus
Ogres September 22, 2026
Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
Ogres September 21, 2026
French far-right criticizes Russia
Ogres September 21, 2026

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Large rain system approaching Latvia

14.09.202614.09.2026 Ogres

On Monday, skies will be cloudy, although they will begin to clear in north-western areas in the afternoon. Rain is expected at times…

Suspected of driving with 3.09‰ blood alcohol level – Latvia’s welfare minister loses his post

13.09.202613.09.2026 Ogres

Latvian Welfare Minister Reinis Uzulnieks (ZZS) may have been caught driving with a blood alcohol level of 3.09‰, LETA has learned. The State…

BNN IN FOCUS | “We need to know the cost of the decision” – Rajevskis warns of consequences of grain transit ban

11.09.202612.09.2026 Ogres

One of the hottest issues this week is the plan by certain political forces to ban the transit of grain originating from Russia…

German far-right accuses Merz of defamation

11.09.202611.09.2026 Ogres

Germany’s far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), has announced that it has filed a defamation complaint against Friedrich Merz, Politico reports. In a…

Large-scale data centers in Finland could drive up electricity costs in Estonia

11.09.202612.09.2026 Ogres

Experts have warned that the establishment of Google data centers in Finland could increase electricity costs for Estonians by half a cent per…

9/11 – spies, strategy, missed opportunities and lessons learned

11.09.202612.09.2026 Ogres

For decades, countless leaders have stated that a government’s primary duty is to protect its citizens, yet the 11th of September, 2001, demonstrated…

Far-right could join government in Sweden after elections

11.09.202612.09.2026 Ogres

On the 13th of September, Swedes will head to the polls for a parliamentary election that will, in a sense, serve as a…

Polish Prime Minister warns of potential Russian attacks

11.09.202613.09.2026 Ogres

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced that an immediate threat at the Ukraine-Poland border was averted and warned that incidents linked to…

One in four people in Latvia has seen their financial situation worsen

11.09.202611.09.2026 Ogres

Despite rising prices and ongoing geopolitical challenges, people in Latvia are the most confident in the Baltics about the stability of their personal…

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