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No clearance – no office? Latvian minister explains rules for municipal leaders
November 3, 2025
Changeable weather in the coming days – what to expect
October 31, 2025
General government debt per capita in Latvia reaches 10,600 euros
October 30, 2025

At the end of June this year, Latvia’s general government debt amounted to €10,600 per capita, according to information published by the Fiscal…

Today will be cloudy and rainy – what to know before heading out
October 30, 2025
Consumer Rights Centre fines Ride with 10,000 euros for continuing services in early October
October 28, 2025

Politics

Legal expert explains why the Latvian President’s decision on the Istanbul Convention was correct
November 4, 2025
EU Court of Justice Advocate General Calls for Dismissal of Latvia’s Appeal in Aven and Fridman Sanctions Case
October 31, 2025
Latvia’s President faces a decisive moment: Saeima’s Istanbul Convention decision lands on his desk
October 31, 2025
Jūrmala mayor denied access to state secrets — Truksnis resigns
October 30, 2025
Nordic parliament speakers express concern that Latvia may withdraw from the Istanbul Convention
October 29, 2025
Valkas mayor suspected of defrauding EU funds
October 28, 2025

Business

Major transformations ahead for Riga Airport
By Ogres   November 3, 2025

Riga Airport’s development plan for 2025–2050 foresees runway and airfield modernisation, including new taxiways, a southern apron and modern de-icing areas, the airport…

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Russian airlines accumulate debts to Latvia
By Ogres   October 27, 2025
The end of “tasty” e-cigarettes: Court confirms flavour ban
By Ogres   October 24, 2025
Triumph for Latvian gastronomy: 34 restaurants included in the “Michelin Guide 2026”
By Ogres   October 22, 2025
Netherlands’ Ingka Investments to become Latvia’s largest private forest owner
By Ogres   October 20, 2025

Lithuania’s border with Belarus closed; Lithuanians seek detours
Ogres November 4, 2025

After the Lithuanian government’s decision to close the border with Belarus, direct bus services have also been suspended, but some companies are offering…

Legal expert explains why the Latvian President’s decision on the Istanbul Convention was correct
Ogres November 4, 2025

President Edgars Rinkēvičs has chosen the only and best option currently available in the matter of the Istanbul Convention and articulated his position…

Latvian President sends law on withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention back to parliament
Ogres November 4, 2025
KNAB uncovers misappropriation in LDz subsidiary – officials suspected
Ogres November 3, 2025
Estonian Police: Electric scooter sales must be curbed
Ogres November 3, 2025

Lithuania’s border with Belarus closed; Lithuanians seek detours
November 4, 2025
Legal expert explains why the Latvian President’s decision on the Istanbul Convention was correct
November 4, 2025
Latvian President sends law on withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention back to parliament
November 4, 2025
KNAB uncovers misappropriation in LDz subsidiary – officials suspected
November 3, 2025
Estonian Police: Electric scooter sales must be curbed
November 3, 2025
Belgium spots suspicious drones; concerns grow
November 3, 2025

Social

Latvian President sends law on withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention back to parliament
November 4, 2025
KNAB uncovers misappropriation in LDz subsidiary – officials suspected
November 3, 2025
Another Russian military intelligence spy detained in Latvia
November 3, 2025

The State Security Service (VDD), in cooperation with the Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIDD), detained a person in mid-October on suspicion of…

“Power belongs to the people” – record-breaking wave of signatures in Latvia on the Istanbul Convention
November 3, 2025
BNN IN FOCUS | What Happens Next? Political scientist explains why withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention could reshape Latvia’s government
October 31, 2025

World

Lithuania’s border with Belarus closed; Lithuanians seek detours
Ogres November 4, 2025

After the Lithuanian government’s decision to close the border with Belarus, direct bus services have also been suspended, but some companies are offering…

Estonian Police: Electric scooter sales must be curbed
Ogres November 3, 2025

The state plans to review regulations for the lightest vehicles, and among the changes is a ban on children under the age of…

Belgium spots suspicious drones; concerns grow
Ogres November 3, 2025
China has launched a campaign of intimidation against British academics
Ogres November 3, 2025
Estonian Defence Forces Commander: Hysteria about war is doing a disservice
Ogres October 31, 2025

Latest Posts

Politologist: EU is in crisis due to plans for future anti-Russian sanctions

01.11.2022 Ogres

The European Union is in a state of a crisis of sorts when it comes to plans for future anti-Russian sanctions, says politologist…

Latvia’s 14th Saeima gathers for its first meeting today

01.11.202201.11.2022 Ogres

On Tuesday, 1 November, the 14th Saeima will gather for its first meeting. Saeima’s press-service reminds that the first meeting of the parliament…

Latvian State Security Service detain pro-Kremlin activist in Daugavpils

01.11.202201.11.2022 Ogres

Latvia’s State Security Service (VDD) detained a pro-Kremlin activist in Daugavpils. This person is accused of voicing support of Russia’s aggressive war in…

Workers in Riga at risk of burnout from work more than in other regions

31.10.2022 Ogres

The year 2022 was not simple for residents in Latvia, to say the least. Many people are on the crossroads between the need…

Opinion | will a certain case of public deception and state security threat remain unpunished?

31.10.2022 Ogres

Ex-Ventspils City Council deputy Aivis Landmanis offers his opinion to BNN. Wonderful! Riga Eastern Prosecution Office has submitted the criminal case on 14th…

Daugavpils residents shout obscenities at construction workers removing Soviet monument; police detain 37

31.10.2022 Ogres

Demolition of the monument dedicated to Soviet troops at Slava Square in Daugavpils commenced on the night to Monday, 31 October. Prior to…

What is the wage youngsters in Latvia want to have to afford a «normal life»?

31.10.2022 Ogres

91% of Latvian residents aged 18 to 39 years say that for a decent life in Latvia they need more than EUR 1…

Russia halts participation in Black Sea grain export deal

31.10.2022 Ogres

Russia has announced its decision to halt participation in the international deal that allows Ukraine to export grain from its sea ports in…

November to start off with warm weather in Latvia

31.10.2022 Ogres

This week there will be rain every now and then. Wind speed will be mostly slow. However, it will gradually start getting colder…

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