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Scammers never rest! Relatives of Latvians missing in Nepal targeted by fraudsters
September 2, 2026
airBaltic to significantly reduce routes from Riga – destinations being dropped revealed
September 2, 2026
September brings autumn weather – rain zones to cross Latvia as temperatures drop
September 2, 2026

On Wednesday and Thursday, skies will be mostly cloudy, with sunshine appearing only in some areas, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and…

Umbrellas are a must: very heavy rain possible in Latvia on Knowledge Day
September 1, 2026
Bank of Latvia Governor on lending: The target has not yet been reached
August 28, 2026

Politics

BNN IN FOCUS | “How to hit the leader?” Political scientist explains Latvia’s pre-election battle within the coalition
September 5, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Four years, three governments and the same old problems: where does Latvia stand ahead of the election?
September 2, 2026
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

Business

Estonia puts Omniva up for sale – auction starting price set at 52 million euros
By Ogres   September 4, 2026

Estonia on Friday launched a public sealed-bid auction for the sale of shares in the state-owned postal company Eesti Post, operating under the…

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airBaltic agrees on financing of up to 257 million euros – interest rate set at 25% per year
By Ogres   September 4, 2026
Latvian company whose glass is used even at the Louvre sold for 62.5 million euros
By Ogres   September 3, 2026
Is it safe to buy airBaltic tickets? Tallinn Airport representative gives his assessment
By Ogres   August 27, 2026
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

Australia plans new law to allow users to opt out of social media algorithms
Ogres September 7, 2026

A new bill would allow Australians to opt out of social media algorithms, the BBC reports. Australian Communications Minister Anika Wells said the…

“If that’s the case, then it’s over…” – MEP comments on shooting down drones in Latvia
Ogres September 7, 2026

“Are we going to shoot down every drone with fighter jets from now on? If that’s the case, then it’s over – we’re…

Estimated cost revealed for conservation design of Rail Baltica overpass and support structure in the Daugava
Ogres September 7, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | “How to hit the leader?” Political scientist explains Latvia’s pre-election battle within the coalition
Ogres September 5, 2026
Estonia puts Omniva up for sale – auction starting price set at 52 million euros
Ogres September 4, 2026

Australia plans new law to allow users to opt out of social media algorithms
September 7, 2026
“If that’s the case, then it’s over…” – MEP comments on shooting down drones in Latvia
September 7, 2026
Estimated cost revealed for conservation design of Rail Baltica overpass and support structure in the Daugava
September 7, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | “How to hit the leader?” Political scientist explains Latvia’s pre-election battle within the coalition
September 5, 2026
Estonia puts Omniva up for sale – auction starting price set at 52 million euros
September 4, 2026
Association of Stevedoring Companies: Latvian grain is given priority at ports and is not displaced by transit cargo
September 4, 2026

Social

“If that’s the case, then it’s over…” – MEP comments on shooting down drones in Latvia
September 7, 2026
Estimated cost revealed for conservation design of Rail Baltica overpass and support structure in the Daugava
September 7, 2026
Association of Stevedoring Companies: Latvian grain is given priority at ports and is not displaced by transit cargo
September 4, 2026

Latvian grain shipments are not being displaced by transit cargo at ports, and the necessary capacity for handling domestic grain is being ensured,…

Household spending in Latvia reaches record high, nearly doubling in recent years
September 4, 2026
Weekend forecast brings bad news – Latvia faces rain, thunderstorms and strong winds
September 4, 2026

World

Australia plans new law to allow users to opt out of social media algorithms
Ogres September 7, 2026

A new bill would allow Australians to opt out of social media algorithms, the BBC reports. Australian Communications Minister Anika Wells said the…

Ukraine attacks Russia’s Sochi port
Ogres September 3, 2026

An attack was reported at the port of Sochi on Russia’s Black Sea coast on Thursday morning, according to monitoring channels. Local residents…

Russia launches massive overnight attack on Ukraine – 12 killed
Ogres September 1, 2026
Seventh day after Nepal disaster: death toll surpasses 1,000
Ogres September 1, 2026
Sixth day after Nepal disaster brings grim news: Death toll surpasses 900
Ogres August 31, 2026

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Lithuanian MPs want to declare the Communist Party a criminal organization

15.03.202315.03.2023 Ogres

The ruling conservative party of Lithuania wants the Lithuanian Communist Party to be recognized as a criminal organization, writes LRT. The State Security…

Rural family doctors ask Latvian president to return state budget for repeated viewing

15.03.2023 Ogres

Rural Family Doctors Association of Latvia (LLĢĀA) invites President Egils Levits to not promulgate the Law on the State Budget 2023 – considered…

OPINION | Kazakhstan’s importance on a rise for global and Latvian economy

15.03.2023 Ogres

Ilona Bērziņa, BNN The visit of US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Kazakhstan was a clear and unambiguous signal of further strengthening…

Swedbank fined 75 million euros by Swedish financial regulator

15.03.202315.03.2023 Ogres

Swedish financial regulator has applied an administrative penalty on Swedbank – a fine of approximately EUR 75 million. This penalty was applied for…

Latvian PM: teachers hold the position «no changes, just give us more money»

15.03.2023 Ogres

Teachers’ trade unions have taken a position – no changes, just give us more money, said Latvian PM Krišjānis Kariņš in an interview…

US drone shot down over the Black Sea

15.03.2023 Ogres

After the US spy drone crashed in the Black Sea, they accused Russian fighter pilots of reckless behavior, writes the BBC. The US…

Latvian authorities ordered to cancel PIT advance payment for self-employed persons

15.03.202315.03.2023 Ogres

Minister of Finance Arvils Ašeradens has ordered Ministry of Finance and the State Revenue Service (VID) adopt as standing measure the condition that…

Latvian government to increase average wages of medical personnel by EUR 120

15.03.2023 Ogres

From the 1st of April onward the average wage of medical workers in Latvia will be EUR 120 higher before taxes, as reported…

Teachers in Latvia to see increase of lowest wage rate starting with September

15.03.2023 Ogres

On Monday, the 13th of March, Latvia’s ruling coalition conceptually agreed to increase the lowest hourly rate for teachers from the 1st of…

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