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Latvia’s anti-corruption bureau lacks staff to investigate complex cases – problem has been building for years
August 25, 2026
Storm exposes serious problem in Latvia – some towns left without a single working petrol station
August 24, 2026
Latvian president raises alarm after storm: instructions alone are not enough in a crisis
August 24, 2026

During a crisis, instructions often cannot be followed, which is why initiative and common sense are also needed, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs said…

New turn in Latvia’s timber industry case – Prosecutor General turns to Constitutional Court
August 21, 2026
Another secret tunnel from Belarus discovered near Latvia’s border
August 21, 2026

Politics

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
Rosļikovs names date for his return to Latvia – arrest order remains in force
August 18, 2026
Latvia: Petition calls for scrapping MPs’ transport and rent allowances
August 13, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia’s next Parliament could see a dramatic shift in the balance of power
August 7, 2026

Business

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

Ilona Bērziņa Latvia’s ports are still financing themselves, while the railway is already being supported by taxpayers. A shortage of funding is not…

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Bite warns of changes in Latvia’s telecommunications market – customers could also feel the impact
By Ogres   August 17, 2026
Food rotting in closed stores as MERE crisis reaches 1.52 million euros
By Ogres   August 10, 2026
Fuel prices surge as Latvian government urged to prepare support measures
By Ogres   July 28, 2026
Latvia’s central bank reveals what’s happening with loans and deposits as lending continues to grow
By Ogres   July 27, 2026

Lithuanians buys up generators and essentials after storm
Ogres August 26, 2026

After a weekend storm left hundreds of thousands of people without electricity in Lithuania as well, traders have reported a sharp increase in…

BNN IN FOCUS | “We are not prepared” – former NAF Commander reveals major shortcomings in Latvia’s crisis management
Ogres August 26, 2026

The storm of the 22nd of August raises the question of whether Latvia is prepared for crises of this kind — and even…

Study: Wind turbine noise reduces herring schools’ density
Ogres August 26, 2026
Fourth Latvian volunteer soldier killed in Ukraine
Ogres August 26, 2026
BNN Interview | Cargo does not disappear — it goes to competitors. Latvia is losing millions and its place on the transit map
Ogres August 26, 2026

Lithuanians buys up generators and essentials after storm
August 26, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | “We are not prepared” – former NAF Commander reveals major shortcomings in Latvia’s crisis management
August 26, 2026
Study: Wind turbine noise reduces herring schools’ density
August 26, 2026
Fourth Latvian volunteer soldier killed in Ukraine
August 26, 2026
BNN Interview | Cargo does not disappear — it goes to competitors. Latvia is losing millions and its place on the transit map
August 26, 2026
Enjoy the sunshine while you can – rain set to return to Latvia this weekend
August 26, 2026

Social

BNN IN FOCUS | “We are not prepared” – former NAF Commander reveals major shortcomings in Latvia’s crisis management
August 26, 2026
Fourth Latvian volunteer soldier killed in Ukraine
August 26, 2026
Enjoy the sunshine while you can – rain set to return to Latvia this weekend
August 26, 2026

In the middle of the week, skies will be partly cloudy and no significant precipitation is expected, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology…

Major storm damage in Latvia’s state forests could take four months to clear
August 25, 2026
Storm disrupted one in five ATMs in Latvia – residents urged to keep cash on hand
August 25, 2026

World

Lithuanians buys up generators and essentials after storm
Ogres August 26, 2026

After a weekend storm left hundreds of thousands of people without electricity in Lithuania as well, traders have reported a sharp increase in…

Study: Wind turbine noise reduces herring schools’ density
Ogres August 26, 2026

A master’s thesis defended this spring found that the noise generated by offshore wind farms can cause herring schools to disperse, but the…

Merz: Germany faces serious threat
Ogres August 25, 2026
Mysterious flight from Riga: US Air Force transport plane lands in Moscow
Ogres August 25, 2026
US extends sanctions on Iran; China warns it will protect its interests
Ogres August 25, 2026

Latest Posts

Former commander of the Wagner Group has decided to return to Russia

18.05.202318.05.2023 Ogres

The former commander of the Wagner group, who crossed the Norwegian border in January and wanted to claim asylum, has decided to return…

Minister: after NATO’s latest defence plan’s approval, we will have to work a lot to implement it

18.05.2023 Ogres

New NATO defence plans that will be approved at the summit in Vilnius will serve as an important element of NATO’s deterrence policy….

Ventbunkers JSC develops perspective, environmentally friendly business – industrial wastewater treatment for European clients

18.05.2023 Ogres

Ilona Bērziņa, BNN The biggest wastewater treatment facility in the Baltic Sea region is located at Ventpils Sea Port, within the territory of…

General Latvian government debt at “only” 40.8% of GDP in 2022

18.05.2023 Ogres

Latvia’s general government debt was at 40.8% of GDP at the end of 2022, as reported by the State Treasury, stressing that it…

Hungary blocks EU’s newest arms procurement funding plan for Ukraine

17.05.2023 Ogres

Hungary has blocked European Union’s (EU) latest plan for the allocation of EUR 500 million to cover the costs of supplies of arms…

Moldovan region prepares for a clash of opinions with the European-oriented government

17.05.202317.05.2023 Ogres

The pro-Russian regional assembly of Gagauzia approved the result of the local leader’s election, which will lead to a clash of opinions with…

Latvian PM says healthcare should receive a bigger portion of the “budget pie”

17.05.202317.05.2023 Ogres

Efforts are being put into reorganising the state budget in favour of the healthcare system, said Latvia’s Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš in an…

Russian scientists accused of particularly serious treason

17.05.202317.05.2023 Ogres

The Kremlin has announced that scientists involved in the development of hypersonic missiles have been charged with treason, and this information has caused…

BNN ANALYSES | Ventbunkers to further develop industrial wastewater treatment service for European clients

17.05.202317.05.2023 Ogres

Ilona Bērziņa, BNN The biggest wastewater treatment facility in the Baltic Sea region is located at Ventpils Sea Port, within the territory of…

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