Latvia shuts down broadcasts of all Russia-based television channels
In accordance with law amendments, Latvian National Electronic Mass Media Council (NEPLP) has decided to shut down broadcasts of all 80 remaining Russia-based…
Majority of Latvian residents’ shopping habits impacted by food price rise
The food price rise observed in recent months has affected 85% of Latvian residents’ food-purchasing habits. Only 13% of residents say their food-purchasing…
European Commission reports Latvia’s economy took covid crisis better than expected
Latvia’s economy has done well to weather the crisis caused by Covid-19. However, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has worsened recovery perspectives, as mentioned…
Professor: reduction of VAT for food would help some businesses «exit from grey zone»
Bank analysts note that this year inflation in Latvia will continue going up. It is expected to stabilise or go down no sooner…
Meteorological summer commences in Latvia
According to current forecast, Monday, 6 June, marked the start of meteorological summer in Latvia. It began when daytime air temperature stayed no…
BNN summary of the week: Failed quorum. Bondars’ criminal prosecution. Oil from Russia
This week Latvia’s focus was on the progress with the Civil Union Law – what will Saeima decide? In the end deputies decided…
Week in Lithuania: Turkey gifts Lithuania Bayraktar drone to give it to Ukraine, Baltic Pride festival starts in Vilnius
Last week, the top news stories in Lithuania were 5.9 million euros donated for buying a Bayraktar combat drone for Ukraine, Lithuania’s plans…
Day 100 of war in Ukraine: One-fifth of country’s territory occupied, 20 000 residents remain in Russia’s next aim Lysychansk, Lithuanian drone donation to turn into drone and humanitarian aid
Friday, June 3, is the 100th day of Russia’s illegal, full-scale invasion into Ukraine. The war has resulted in a massive human cost…
US Congress allocates 180 million dollars towards Baltic defence
In 2022 the US Congress allocated USD 180 million towards the improvement of defence of Baltic States, as reported by Latvian Ministry of…
