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Higher heating bills ahead for Riga residents – Rīgas siltums announces new tariff and warns of possible further increases
October 30, 2026
Drones have transformed modern warfare, but NATO is still experimenting
October 29, 2026
Flags of two Islamic countries raised on Riga bridge within weeks – city officials suspect provocation
October 28, 2026

The national flag of Saudi Arabia was raised on Riga’s Vanšu Bridge during the night of 28 October but was promptly removed following…

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

Politics

Why are potential ministers’ names being leaked, and where do Zimbabwe’s “fat catfish” really live?
October 30, 2026
Changes at the European Central Bank – Lagarde announces early resignation
October 29, 2026
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

Business

Potentially the largest cryptocurrency theft in history – hackers breach world’s biggest crypto exchange Binance
By Ogres   October 30, 2026

Hackers have targeted Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, in an attack that could result in losses of up to $6.3 billion. Analysts…

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

Why are potential ministers’ names being leaked, and where do Zimbabwe’s “fat catfish” really live?
Ogres October 30, 2026

The outlines of Latvia’s future governing coalition have yet to become clear, but the public broadcaster is already naming potential ministers. Was this…

NATO supreme commander reveals what the Baltic states must prepare for amid Russian threats
Ogres October 30, 2026

Russia poses a threat, but there is no need to dramatize the situation – resilience and preparedness are essential, NATO Supreme Allied Commander…

Potentially the largest cryptocurrency theft in history – hackers breach world’s biggest crypto exchange Binance
Ogres October 30, 2026
New customs processing fee takes effect – what parcel recipients need to know
Ogres October 30, 2026
Two Russian fighter jets destroyed on the ground in Ukrainian missile strike
Ogres October 30, 2026

Why are potential ministers’ names being leaked, and where do Zimbabwe’s “fat catfish” really live?
October 30, 2026
NATO supreme commander reveals what the Baltic states must prepare for amid Russian threats
October 30, 2026
Potentially the largest cryptocurrency theft in history – hackers breach world’s biggest crypto exchange Binance
October 30, 2026
New customs processing fee takes effect – what parcel recipients need to know
October 30, 2026
Two Russian fighter jets destroyed on the ground in Ukrainian missile strike
October 30, 2026
Higher heating bills ahead for Riga residents – Rīgas siltums announces new tariff and warns of possible further increases
October 30, 2026

Social

NATO supreme commander reveals what the Baltic states must prepare for amid Russian threats
October 30, 2026
Two Russian fighter jets destroyed on the ground in Ukrainian missile strike
October 30, 2026
Colder weather approaching Latvia – forecasters predict frost and heavier rain showers
October 30, 2026

Friday will be mostly cloudy across Latvia, although skies will clear in some areas, particularly in the west. Light rain is expected in…

“No politician is irreplaceable” – Mieriņa delivers a significant message as Latvia’s 14th Saeima concludes its work
October 29, 2026
Grey and rainy days ahead for Latvia as temperatures fall below +10°C
October 29, 2026

World

New customs processing fee takes effect – what parcel recipients need to know
Ogres October 30, 2026

From 1 November 2026, a new EU-mandated processing fee of two euros will apply to private individuals’ online purchases imported into the European…

Without electricity, food or medicine – civilian evacuation planned in Russian-occupied Oleshky
Ogres October 29, 2026

Residents of Oleshky, a Russian-occupied town in Ukraine’s Kherson region, who wish to return to Ukrainian government-controlled territory after evacuation will first be…

Optimism returns to global stock markets as AI companies regain investor attention
Ogres October 28, 2026
EU plans tougher approach to illegal migration – Frontex could gain new powers
Ogres October 27, 2026
Romanian intelligence uncovers Russian-coordinated sabotage network – suspects sought across several countries
Ogres October 27, 2026

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NATO strengthens Baltic defence as German-Dutch Corps assumes command responsibility

30.06.202601.07.2026 Ogres

If deterrence fails, the German-Dutch Corps will be ready to confront any adversary and defend Latvia and Estonia, the corps’ commander, Lieutenant General…

Electrician in Latvia sentenced to five and a half years in prison for spying for Russia

30.06.202630.06.2026 Ogres

A Riga City Court has sentenced an electrician to five years and six months in prison for spying on behalf of Russia’s military…

Latvia’s culture minister’s order on the Russian language could reportedly lead to the closure of two theatres

30.06.202604.07.2026 Ogres

An order issued by Latvian Culture Minister Nauris Puntulis requiring cultural institutions to remove the Russian language from the public sphere could complicate…

After 30-degree heat, Latvia to see a sharp change in weather conditions

30.06.202630.06.2026 Ogres

Tuesday will be mostly sunny, although clouds will occasionally develop, especially in the eastern parts of the country. Brief light showers are expected…

Rosļikovs, wanted by authorities, to run in Latvia’s 15th Saeima elections

29.06.202629.06.2026 Ogres

The leaders of the For Stability! party’s candidate lists for Latvia’s 15th Saeima elections will be Svetlana Čulkova, Pāvels Kuzmins, Natālija Marčenko-Jodko, Ludmila…

How much does the new airBaltic CEO earn? Hilden’s and Gauss’s salaries compared

29.06.202629.06.2026 Ogres

Latvia’s national airline airBaltic paid its new Chief Executive Officer, Erno Hilden, €57,211 in remuneration in December last year, approximately 18% less than…

Major changes possible in Latvia’s search for a new State Chancellery director

29.06.202629.06.2026 Ogres

If President Edgars Rinkēvičs promulgates amendments to the State Civil Service Law, Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs (United List) hopes to appoint a suitable…

Latvia’s intelligence service assesses Russian security risks to the Baltic states

29.06.202630.06.2026 Ogres

Russia may carry out hybrid attacks in the short term, but the likelihood of a large-scale conventional Russian military attack against the Baltic…

Tropical night and high UV levels as forecasters warn of intense heat in Latvia

29.06.202629.06.2026 Ogres

Monday night will be partly cloudy, with isolated light showers possible in western Latvia, while the day will remain mostly sunny and dry,…

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