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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 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
Saxony-Anhalt election: blow to Merz, warning to Europe
September 8, 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

Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
Ogres September 18, 2026

An alliance of left-wing forces has won a fierce contest in Sweden’s parliamentary elections, and Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson will form the…

BNN IN FOCUS | Political scientist’s view: Should officials start their working day by taking a breathalyser test?
Ogres September 18, 2026

Reinis Uzulnieks’ journey from a pre-election debate in Īslīce parish and a visit to the ZZS campaign tent in Bauska to Stopiņi parish,…

How did data on 1.2 million people leak from CSDD? Investigation reveals multiple failures
Ogres September 18, 2026
“Possible casualties” – Sārts warns of escalation of Russia’s hybrid war in Europe
Ogres 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
Ogres September 17, 2026

Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
September 18, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political scientist’s view: Should officials start their working day by taking a breathalyser test?
September 18, 2026
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
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
Estonia rejects EU plan for mandatory EV charging stations in parking lots
September 17, 2026

Social

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
From minister’s chair to prosecutor’s office – decision on charges awaited in Uzulnieks’ 3.09‰ drunk-driving case
September 17, 2026

The criminal case against former Welfare Minister Reinis Uzulnieks, who was caught driving under the influence of alcohol, has been referred to the…

Stepaņenko refuses to assess threat posed by Russia to Latvia
September 17, 2026
Rain to spread across most of Latvia – winds to strengthen towards the end of the week
September 17, 2026

World

Social Democrats to form new government in Sweden
Ogres September 18, 2026

An alliance of left-wing forces has won a fierce contest in Sweden’s parliamentary elections, and Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson will form the…

Estonia rejects EU plan for mandatory EV charging stations in parking lots
Ogres September 17, 2026

Estonia will only partially implement the European Union directive requiring that, starting next year, half of the parking spaces at large stores be…

Protest at Kaunas mosque sparks debate over religiously motivated hatred
Ogres September 17, 2026
Trump outraged by Canada’s friendship with the EU; threatens “serious tariffs”
Ogres September 17, 2026
US uncovers alleged Russian terrorist group
Ogres September 16, 2026

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Baltic States and Poland spearhead creation of tribunal for Russia

24.03.2023 Ogres

When it comes to the creation of a tribunal to bring Russia to justice for various war crimes, Baltic States and Poland are…

Rights for dignified death should be a fundamental part of Latvian medicine

24.03.2023 Ogres

During a discussion titled Rights for Dignified Death organised on Wednesday, the 22nd of March, Riga Eastern Clinical University Hospital (RAKUS) Palliative Care…

Healthcare experts report surge of tuberculosis cases after Covid-19 pandemic

23.03.2023 Ogres

After the Covid-19 pandemic there has been a surge of tuberculosis cases in Latvia, said representative of the Centre for Disease Prevention and…

Riga City Council to increase budget expenditures by nearly EUR 150 million

23.03.2023 Ogres

On Wednesday, the 22nd of March, Riga City Council amended the municipality’s budget, increasing expenditures by nearly EUR 150 million. Riga’s total revenue…

BNN ANALYSES | Unveiled tax reform proposals ignite firestorm in Lithuania

23.03.202323.03.2023 Ogres

Linas Jegelevičius Lithuania’s Finance Ministry finally unveiled a tax reform earlier this week, triggering an avalanche of backlash and indignation from tax experts,…

Construction of Stradins Clinical University Hospital’s new ward becomes even more expensive

23.03.2023 Ogres

P. Stradins Clinical University Hospital board member Agra Ločmele reports that on Wednesday, the 22nd of March, an agreement was reached with Velve…

Zelensky visits the front; Russia shells Ukrainian cities

23.03.202323.03.2023 Ogres

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, visited the front line near Bakhmut, which has been the scene of bloody battles for months, the…

Politologist says Latvia’s PM continues acting line a group discussion moderator

23.03.2023 Ogres

In this government as well Latvian PM Krišjānis Kariņš continues acting like a group discussion moderator instead of taking responsibilities like a head…

LVSADA head: minister Meņģelsone has fought for dignified, adequate funding for healthcare

23.03.2023 Ogres

Minister of Health Līga Meņģelsone has fought for dignified and adequate funding for healthcare, said the head of Latvian Trade Union of Health…

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