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Heating bills rise in Latvia – the government promises support
February 3, 2026
“This is essentially genocide” – Latvia’s President on Russia’s actions in Ukraine
February 2, 2026
Mandatory military service for women in Latvia – JKP urges the Ministry of Defence not to rush implementation
January 30, 2026

The New Conservative Party (JKP), which is not represented in the Saeima, is calling on the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to postpone the…

Latvian government launches costly study: could Latvia have a nuclear power plant?
January 30, 2026
“Focus on construction, not talk” – Latvia’s Transport Minister pushes back against Rail Baltica delay forecasts
January 29, 2026

Politics

Lithuanian officials hint at change in attitude towards Belarus; later retracts
February 4, 2026
A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
February 2, 2026
Latvian politicians in foreign policy debates: “Expectations are collapsing,” but “not everything is bad”
January 29, 2026
Latvia’s Parliament takes a step against “intimidation lawsuits”: journalists and activists promised greater protection
January 28, 2026
Le Pen’s party in France – with a dual stance against the Kremlin
January 28, 2026
Hungary, Slovakia to sue EU over Russian gas
January 27, 2026

Business

Valdis Andersons elected Chairman of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils
By Ogres   February 4, 2026

At the first meeting of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils in 2026, Valdis Andersons was appointed Chairman of the Board. Andersons…

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“Amber Latvijas balzams” seeks legal protection – State Revenue Service freezes accounts
By Ogres   January 30, 2026
Overtime, wages and downtime: why the Labour Law dispute has become critical for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   January 28, 2026
The construction cartel case returns to Parliament – dispute over secret recordings
By Ogres   January 20, 2026
Cartels seen by all, but no longer provable? Supreme court ruling shakes established practice
By Ogres   January 17, 2026

Angel in Italy takes on Meloni’s features; investigation launched into restored fresco
Ogres February 4, 2026

Government and church officials have launched an investigation into a restored fresco in a church in Rome where an angel has taken on…

Lithuanian officials hint at change in attitude towards Belarus; later retracts
Ogres February 4, 2026

Some Lithuanian officials have made comments about easing sanctions or changing the country’s attitude towards Minsk, but have since retracted their comments. Observers…

Estonian authorities seize ship on suspicion of smuggling; cargo was heading to Russia
Ogres February 4, 2026
Valdis Andersons elected Chairman of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils
Ogres February 4, 2026
Around 60 people questioned in Latvia in criminal proceedings over the implementation of Rail Baltica
Ogres February 4, 2026

Angel in Italy takes on Meloni’s features; investigation launched into restored fresco
February 4, 2026
Lithuanian officials hint at change in attitude towards Belarus; later retracts
February 4, 2026
Estonian authorities seize ship on suspicion of smuggling; cargo was heading to Russia
February 4, 2026
Valdis Andersons elected Chairman of the Board of the Freeport of Ventspils
February 4, 2026
Around 60 people questioned in Latvia in criminal proceedings over the implementation of Rail Baltica
February 4, 2026
For French far-right politician Marine Le Pen door to presidential election open for now
February 4, 2026

Social

Around 60 people questioned in Latvia in criminal proceedings over the implementation of Rail Baltica
February 4, 2026
Riga mayor: several kindergartens and schools in the capital will have to be closed
February 4, 2026
Unlawful suspension, but a disciplinary offence – court ruling in the Citskovskis case
February 4, 2026

The State Chancellery is still assessing whether to appeal the court ruling that partially upheld the application of former Director of the State…

“We need specific names”: police on the investigation of the Epstein case in Latvia
February 3, 2026
Prohibited symbolism in Estonia: 1,000 violations and lawyer’s objections
February 3, 2026

World

Angel in Italy takes on Meloni’s features; investigation launched into restored fresco
Ogres February 4, 2026

Government and church officials have launched an investigation into a restored fresco in a church in Rome where an angel has taken on…

Estonian authorities seize ship on suspicion of smuggling; cargo was heading to Russia
Ogres February 4, 2026

Estonian authorities on February 3rd detained a container ship that was anchored in Estonian internal waters while sailing under the flag of the…

For French far-right politician Marine Le Pen door to presidential election open for now
Ogres February 4, 2026
The rental market in Lithuania: a roadblock for foreigners
Ogres February 3, 2026
Experts: Artificial intelligence is not the best friend
Ogres February 3, 2026

Latest Posts

Soviet monument in Pārdaugava to be toppled without using explosives

22.08.2022 Ogres

On Monday, 22 August, Riga City Council’s executive director Jānis Lange reported that the dismantling of the monument dedicated to the Soviet army…

Latvian National Alliance loses member to New Unity

22.08.2022 Ogres

MEP from Latvia and ex-Minister of Culture Dace Melbārde has left the National Alliance and has joined New Unity, as confirmed by the…

Upcoming winter to test Europe’s support for Ukraine

22.08.202222.08.2022 Ogres

Six months since Russia invaded Ukraine, the West’s response to the crisis has remained strong and largely united – to the surprise of…

National Alliance member laments prominent member’s decision to join New Unity

22.08.2022 Ogres

The decision by Latvian MEP and National Alliance member Dace Melbārde to «jump ship» and join New Unity this close to elections is…

Lithuania produces three times less electricity than it consumes

22.08.202222.08.2022 Ogres

Lithuania produces three times less electricity than it consumes. One of Europe’s largest electricity generation deficits exacerbates the already soaring electricity prices, experts…

Euro drops below US dollar yet again

22.08.2022 Ogres

On Monday, 22 August, Euro value dropped below that of US dollar again. Euro value dropped below that of US dollar for the…

Passenger turnover at Riga airport doubles, but remains below numbers of 2019

22.08.2022 Ogres

In July 2022 passenger turnover at Riga International Airport comprised 606.1 thousand passengers, which is 2 times more than in July 2021 and…

Russia has accused Ukrainian special services of killing journalist Darya Dugina

22.08.202222.08.2022 Ogres

Russia has accused Ukrainian special services of killing the daughter of one of Vladimir Putin’s allies, as reported by roadcaster BBC. Journalist Darya…

Lithuanina prime minister has spoken up in support of her Finnish colleague

22.08.202222.08.2022 Ogres

Prime Minister Kaja Kallas (Reform) has spoken up in support of her Finnish counterpart, Sanna Marin, as she has been facing a backlash…

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