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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 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
Far-right could join government in Sweden after elections
September 11, 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

Trump plans to purchase fertilizers from Belarus
Ogres September 22, 2026

Amid an ongoing trade war with Canada, US President Donald Trump has announced that he is working on an agreement to purchase fertilizers…

Two precipitation zones approaching Latvia, bringing rain and thunderstorms
Ogres September 22, 2026

On the night into Tuesday, the 22nd of September, brief periods of rain are expected in western and central regions, with locally heavy…

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
Ogres September 21, 2026
BNN IN FOCS| Political party review: National Alliance – from a “core electorate” to a fight for its own niche
Ogres September 21, 2026
French far-right criticizes Russia
Ogres September 21, 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
BNN IN FOCS| Political party review: National Alliance – from a “core electorate” to a fight for its own niche
September 21, 2026
French far-right criticizes Russia
September 21, 2026
More than 10,000 signatures collected to reduce number of Saeima MPs
September 21, 2026

Social

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
Autumn weather to persist in Latvia; monthly rainfall norm already exceeded in many areas
September 21, 2026

Last weekend, weather conditions were influenced by the south-eastern edge of a cyclone, bringing rain to almost the entire country and gusty winds…

How did data on 1.2 million people leak from CSDD? Investigation reveals multiple failures
September 18, 2026
“Possible casualties” – Sārts warns of escalation of Russia’s hybrid war in Europe
September 18, 2026

World

Trump plans to purchase fertilizers from Belarus
Ogres September 22, 2026

Amid an ongoing trade war with Canada, US President Donald Trump has announced that he is working on an agreement to purchase fertilizers…

Merz acknowledges party’s defeat in state elections; will not step down
Ogres September 21, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described the defeat of his party, the Christian Democrats (CDU), in the state elections as catastrophic, yet remains…

French far-right criticizes Russia
Ogres September 21, 2026
Zelensky to meet Trump at UN General Assembly
Ogres September 21, 2026
Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
Ogres September 18, 2026

Latest Posts

Latvian PM suggests lifting urgent status from contested public media law amendments

27.03.2023 Ogres

Latvian Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš believes it is necessary to lift the status of urgent amendments to the Law on Public Electronic Mass…

Latvijas Radio workers say merge of public media is rushed; request procedure to be halted

27.03.202327.03.2023 Ogres

Because of the rushed procedure and high risks of it weakening public media, workers of Latvijas Radio have sent an open letter to…

Latvian power distribution company signs contract for financing from EU Recovery Fund

27.03.2023 Ogres

Latvian power distribution system operator Sadales tīkls JSC has signed a contract with the Ministry of Economics for the provision of EUR 41.9…

New details surface about scandalous Latvian army food procurement

27.03.2023 Ogres

The tender organised to procure food supply services for the Latvian army during war and peacetime was put together following the regular procurement…

White House: Israeli leaders must find a compromise

27.03.202327.03.2023 Ogres

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has fired the Israeli Defense Minister for his objections to the judicial reform, and this has not only…

Meteorologists predict snow in some regions of Latvia this week

27.03.202327.03.2023 Ogres

After a short period of warmth last week, colder masses of air will flow to Latvia this week. This means air temperature will…

Several Gaso council and board members removed to comply with international sanctions

27.03.2023 Ogres

To ensure compliance with sanctions imposed by the European Council, the Enterprises Register has decided to add changes to the Commercial Register. As…

NATO condemns Putin’s nuclear tactics; Russia shells Avdiivka

27.03.202327.03.2023 Ogres

Russian President Vladimir Putin has received criticism for his dangerous rhetoric after announcing that Moscow plans to deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus,…

BNN SUMMARY OF THE WEEK: Everyone’s on strike. Self-harm reform. «Green scrap»

26.03.2023 Ogres

Latvia’s government and its ministers hoped to decorate their warm-up period with proud stories of success. Unfortunately for them, this plan backfired and…

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