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Unfinished pillar in the Daugava and unclear costs: Švinka points to shortcomings in the Rail Baltica implementer’s report
January 26, 2026
Weekend frost in Latvia to reach –25°C, sharp weather changes expected next week
January 23, 2026
Frosty nights and slightly milder days in Latvia: weather forecast for the coming days
January 22, 2026

On Thursday, skies will be partly cloudy and no precipitation is expected. A light to moderate easterly wind will blow. Night-time air temperatures…

“Rich” and “poor” in Latvia’s public administration: why salaries differ so sharply between ministries
January 21, 2026
Cargo volumes at the Port of Ventspils increase across all main segments
January 20, 2026

Politics

Estonian government decides on stricter border crossing rules for Russian diplomats
January 23, 2026
Europe wary of Gaza Peace Board; not everyone ready to participate
January 22, 2026
Bulgarian President resigns; rumors of new party launch arise
January 20, 2026
Danish Prime Minister: Europe will not succumb to blackmail
January 19, 2026
In Latvia, former MP sentenced to eight years and two months in prison for spying for Russia
January 16, 2026
Latvia’s Prime Minister faces fifth no-confidence vote – Siliņa survives again
January 15, 2026

Business

The construction cartel case returns to Parliament – dispute over secret recordings
By Ogres   January 20, 2026

The Saeima’s Legal Affairs Committee will consider the issue of whether materials from operational cases may be used in other proceedings, according to…

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Cartels seen by all, but no longer provable? Supreme court ruling shakes established practice
By Ogres   January 17, 2026
Ministry of Transport requests urgent cost estimates for conservation of Rail Baltica bridge pillar
By Ogres   January 15, 2026
Producer prices in Latvia rise against the EU-wide trend
By Ogres   January 8, 2026
The notorious Rail Baltica bridge pillar in the Daugava will be put into conservation for several years
By Ogres   January 8, 2026

Snowstorm hits US East Coast; daily life paralyzed
Ogres January 26, 2026

Millions of Americans are trying to get settled in their homes or go to help neighbors as bitter cold, snowstorms and freezing rain…

Europe has strong potential to become one of the world’s major powers, says former Latvian President
Ogres January 26, 2026

Europe has strong potential to become one of the key global players in today’s multipolar world, former Latvian President Egils Levits said on…

Unfinished pillar in the Daugava and unclear costs: Švinka points to shortcomings in the Rail Baltica implementer’s report
Ogres January 26, 2026
Russia-generated security risks to Europe and Latvia are significantly increasing, SAB concludes
Ogres January 26, 2026
Zelensky: Security guarantees are fully developed
Ogres January 26, 2026

Snowstorm hits US East Coast; daily life paralyzed
January 26, 2026
Europe has strong potential to become one of the world’s major powers, says former Latvian President
January 26, 2026
Unfinished pillar in the Daugava and unclear costs: Švinka points to shortcomings in the Rail Baltica implementer’s report
January 26, 2026
Russia-generated security risks to Europe and Latvia are significantly increasing, SAB concludes
January 26, 2026
Zelensky: Security guarantees are fully developed
January 26, 2026
Orbán slams Zelensky; faces tough election at home
January 23, 2026

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Europe has strong potential to become one of the world’s major powers, says former Latvian President
January 26, 2026
Russia-generated security risks to Europe and Latvia are significantly increasing, SAB concludes
January 26, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Austerity on paper, bonuses in reality – political scientist on Latvia’s State double standards
January 23, 2026

A large part of society was shocked this week by news about an “RB Rail” procurement for liability insurance for officials against various…

Latvia’s Ministry of Transport launches enhanced oversight of the Road Transport Directorate
January 23, 2026
Latvia’s Red Book updated: some species recover, others remain threatened
January 23, 2026

World

Snowstorm hits US East Coast; daily life paralyzed
Ogres January 26, 2026

Millions of Americans are trying to get settled in their homes or go to help neighbors as bitter cold, snowstorms and freezing rain…

Zelensky: Security guarantees are fully developed
Ogres January 26, 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on the 25th of January that the US security guarantee document is fully prepared and Kyiv is waiting…

Orbán slams Zelensky; faces tough election at home
Ogres January 23, 2026
Skyscrapers and glamour: America’s plan to rebuild Gaza
Ogres January 23, 2026
Belgian football fans sent to prison in Kazakhstan for Borat appearance
Ogres January 23, 2026

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Latvian PM admits country will have to borrow money to support residents during energy crisis

14.09.2022 Ogres

Latvia’s government will likely have to borrow funding in order to afford support activities for residents to overcome the energy crisis, said Prime…

Latvian ministry proposes narrowing range of recipients of state-funded healthcare

14.09.2022 Ogres

On Wednesday, 14 September, Latvian Saeima’s Social and Employment Matters Committee supported the proposal submitted by the Ministry of Health on dropping the…

Prices of dwellings in Latvia up by more than 15%

14.09.2022 Ogres

Compared to Q2 2021, prices of dwellings rose by 16.5% in Q2 2022. Prices of new dwellings increased by 13.8%, but of existing…

Most Latvian residents doubt their ability to cover bills this winter

14.09.2022 Ogres

63% of Latvian residents admit they are not confident they will be able to cover all bills this autumn and winter season. 52%…

The Kremlin acknowledges its defeat in Kharkiv Oblast

14.09.202214.09.2022 Ogres

Moscow for the first time openly recognizes a defeat since the start of the invasion of Ukraine, in February 2022. Kremlin officials and…

Lithuanian Military Academy sees drop in recruits

13.09.202213.09.2022 Ogres

The number of freshmen enrolled at the General Jonas Žemaitis Military Academy in Lithuania has dropped by a third, compared to last year….

Authorities to investigate Latvijas gāze’s decisions in creating gas reserves

13.09.2022 Ogres

The Office of the Prosecutor General of Latvia has commenced an investigation of the situation with gas reserves for the 2022/2023 heating season,…

Clashes erupt between Azerbaijan and Armenia

13.09.202213.09.2022 Ogres

Clashes erupted between Azerbaijani and Armenian troops on Tuesday, 13 September, in a resumption of decades-old hostilities linked to the disputed territory of…

Attīstībai/Par! politicians may be involved in bribe extortion case

13.09.2022 Ogres

Politicians from the political party Attīstībai/Par! May be involved in the criminal case investigated by Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) regarding fabrication…

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