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Latvia’s anti-corruption bureau lacks staff to investigate complex cases – problem has been building for years
August 25, 2026
Storm exposes serious problem in Latvia – some towns left without a single working petrol station
August 24, 2026
Latvian president raises alarm after storm: instructions alone are not enough in a crisis
August 24, 2026

During a crisis, instructions often cannot be followed, which is why initiative and common sense are also needed, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs said…

New turn in Latvia’s timber industry case – Prosecutor General turns to Constitutional Court
August 21, 2026
Another secret tunnel from Belarus discovered near Latvia’s border
August 21, 2026

Politics

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
Latvia: Petition calls for scrapping MPs’ transport and rent allowances
August 13, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia’s next Parliament could see a dramatic shift in the balance of power
August 7, 2026

Business

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

Ilona Bērziņa Latvia’s ports are still financing themselves, while the railway is already being supported by taxpayers. A shortage of funding is not…

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Bite warns of changes in Latvia’s telecommunications market – customers could also feel the impact
By Ogres   August 17, 2026
Food rotting in closed stores as MERE crisis reaches 1.52 million euros
By Ogres   August 10, 2026
Fuel prices surge as Latvian government urged to prepare support measures
By Ogres   July 28, 2026
Latvia’s central bank reveals what’s happening with loans and deposits as lending continues to grow
By Ogres   July 27, 2026

Lithuanians buys up generators and essentials after storm
Ogres August 26, 2026

After a weekend storm left hundreds of thousands of people without electricity in Lithuania as well, traders have reported a sharp increase in…

BNN IN FOCUS | “We are not prepared” – former NAF Commander reveals major shortcomings in Latvia’s crisis management
Ogres August 26, 2026

The storm of the 22nd of August raises the question of whether Latvia is prepared for crises of this kind — and even…

BNN Interview | Cargo does not disappear — it goes to competitors. Latvia is losing millions and its place on the transit map
Ogres August 26, 2026
Enjoy the sunshine while you can – rain set to return to Latvia this weekend
Ogres August 26, 2026
Merz: Germany faces serious threat
Ogres August 25, 2026

Lithuanians buys up generators and essentials after storm
August 26, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | “We are not prepared” – former NAF Commander reveals major shortcomings in Latvia’s crisis management
August 26, 2026
BNN Interview | Cargo does not disappear — it goes to competitors. Latvia is losing millions and its place on the transit map
August 26, 2026
Enjoy the sunshine while you can – rain set to return to Latvia this weekend
August 26, 2026
Merz: Germany faces serious threat
August 25, 2026
Mysterious flight from Riga: US Air Force transport plane lands in Moscow
August 25, 2026

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BNN IN FOCUS | “We are not prepared” – former NAF Commander reveals major shortcomings in Latvia’s crisis management
August 26, 2026
Enjoy the sunshine while you can – rain set to return to Latvia this weekend
August 26, 2026
Major storm damage in Latvia’s state forests could take four months to clear
August 25, 2026

The most significant damage caused by the storm in Latvia’s state forests could take four months to clear, provided weather conditions do not…

Storm disrupted one in five ATMs in Latvia – residents urged to keep cash on hand
August 25, 2026
Weather forecast for Latvia this week: calm conditions at first, followed by a new cyclone
August 25, 2026

World

Lithuanians buys up generators and essentials after storm
Ogres August 26, 2026

After a weekend storm left hundreds of thousands of people without electricity in Lithuania as well, traders have reported a sharp increase in…

Merz: Germany faces serious threat
Ogres August 25, 2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on the 25th of August that drones found near Leipzig airport clearly show that Germany is under threat,…

Mysterious flight from Riga: US Air Force transport plane lands in Moscow
Ogres August 25, 2026
US extends sanctions on Iran; China warns it will protect its interests
Ogres August 25, 2026
China probes use of formaldehyde in cabbage preservation
Ogres August 24, 2026

Latest Posts

Minister promises Latvian businesses access to new markets

26.01.2023 Ogres

Latvia’s Foreign Affairs Service will especially support Latvian businesses in exploring new markets – mainly in Australia, New Zealand, Africa and Latin America,…

BNN ANALYSES: Can Lithuania beat all odds with the world economy in doldrums in 2023?

26.01.202326.01.2023 Ogres

Linas Jegelevičius When things in Lithuania in 2023 just do not seem rosy for most, Nerijus Mačiulis, chief economist of Swedbank Lithuania, has…

Natural gas market still requires caution, Latvenergo warns

26.01.2023 Ogres

At the end of 2022 the price of natural gas went down in Europe’s wholesale market. This was largely caused by the drop…

Britain warns of Russian and Iranian hacker attacks

26.01.202326.01.2023 Ogres

Hackers from Iran and Russia are carrying out espionage cyberattacks on British politicians and journalists, and the numbers are increasing, writes the BBC….

Riga City Council decides to increase wages for the mayor, vice-mayors and all deputies

26.01.202326.01.2023 Ogres

During the meeting on Wednesday, the 25th of January, Riga City Council passed amendments to wages paid in the city council, increasing the…

Utility bills force 44% of respondents in Latvia to reduce everyday expenses

26.01.2023 Ogres

With electricity, heating and other utilities up significantly, 44% of respondents in Latvia plan to reduce their everyday expenses in order to afford…

Russia condemns tank deliveries; Ukrainian forces leave Soledar

26.01.202326.01.2023 Ogres

Germany and the United States will supply several dozen tanks to Ukraine, meanwhile, Russia has announced that this is an extremely dangerous step…

Latvia sends Ukraine first shipment of military equipment acquired using public donations

26.01.2023 Ogres

On Wednesday, the 25th of January, the first public Latvian donation consisting of 9 ATVs, 9 specialised combat platforms, as well as four…

Survey: Russians see the Baltic states as a threat

25.01.202325.01.2023 Ogres

Residents of Russia believe that relations with the Baltic states are strained and think that they are hostile towards their eastern neighbor, Estonian…

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