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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 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
German far-right scores big win in regional elections
September 7, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | “How to hit the leader?” Political scientist explains Latvia’s pre-election battle within the coalition
September 5, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Four years, three governments and the same old problems: where does Latvia stand ahead of the election?
September 2, 2026

Business

airBaltic owes money to thousands – up to 25,000 creditors, largest claim at 66.5 million dollars
By Ogres   September 14, 2026

Latvia’s national airline airBaltic could have as many as 25,000 creditors, with its largest unsecured claim – 66.518 million US dollars – held…

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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
airBaltic agrees on financing of up to 257 million euros – interest rate set at 25% per year
By Ogres   September 4, 2026

US uncovers alleged Russian terrorist group
Ogres September 16, 2026

US prosecutors have charged five individuals – believed to be collaborating with Russian intelligence services – with conspiracy to finance terrorism and plotting…

Healthcare workers prepare to protest – demand Latvian health minister’s resignation and pay rise of at least 30%
Ogres September 16, 2026

The Council of the Latvian Health and Social Care Workers’ Trade Union (LVSADA) has decided to maintain its demand for pay increases for…

Watchdog: War with Iran has depleted US weapons reserves
Ogres September 16, 2026
Nearly 420,000 euros from father living in Russia – Stepaņenko refuses to explain origin of gifts
Ogres September 16, 2026
Large rain system approaching Latvia – thunderstorms also possible in some areas
Ogres September 16, 2026

US uncovers alleged Russian terrorist group
September 16, 2026
Healthcare workers prepare to protest – demand Latvian health minister’s resignation and pay rise of at least 30%
September 16, 2026
Watchdog: War with Iran has depleted US weapons reserves
September 16, 2026
Nearly 420,000 euros from father living in Russia – Stepaņenko refuses to explain origin of gifts
September 16, 2026
Large rain system approaching Latvia – thunderstorms also possible in some areas
September 16, 2026
Iceland’s only whaling company unconcerned about potential ban
September 15, 2026

Social

Healthcare workers prepare to protest – demand Latvian health minister’s resignation and pay rise of at least 30%
September 16, 2026
Nearly 420,000 euros from father living in Russia – Stepaņenko refuses to explain origin of gifts
September 16, 2026
Communications must last at least 72 hours in a crisis – Latvia prepares new action plan
September 15, 2026

Latvia’s Ministry of Transport, together with mobile operators, is working on a plan to ensure that communications remain operational for at least 72…

Calm weather will not last long – rain and gusty winds approaching Latvia
September 15, 2026
Latvian prime minister comments on Uzulnieks’ detention and future of Welfare Ministry
September 14, 2026

World

US uncovers alleged Russian terrorist group
Ogres September 16, 2026

US prosecutors have charged five individuals – believed to be collaborating with Russian intelligence services – with conspiracy to finance terrorism and plotting…

Watchdog: War with Iran has depleted US weapons reserves
Ogres September 16, 2026

The US Department of Defense Inspector General has reported that the war with Iran has caused a munitions shortage and a “bottleneck” in…

Iceland’s only whaling company unconcerned about potential ban
Ogres September 15, 2026
Iran conflict continues to drive up oil prices; Lithuania considers fuel tax cuts
Ogres September 15, 2026
NATO fighter jets shoot down drone over Lithuania
Ogres September 15, 2026

Latest Posts

Air temperature to gradually increase in Latvia this week; meteorologists promise more sunlight

06.02.2023 Ogres

The first week of February was windy and rich with precipitation. This week, however, precipitation intensity will gradually go down, according to Latvian…

Latvian government to tackle tax policy after approving new budget

06.02.2023 Ogres

Immediately after approval of the state budget for 2023, the ruling coalition in Latvia plans to start working on the tax policy guidelines,…

Ukraine prepares for a new Russian attack

06.02.202306.02.2023 Ogres

The Defense Minister of Ukraine, who will soon leave his post, has announced that Ukraine is preparing for a new attack from Russia…

BNN SUMMARY OF THE WEEK: Crisis empowers. Barbed wire scam. Sports «as usual»

05.02.2023 Ogres

The start of the year was full of exciting and stimulating economy-related news. Last year the war close/far away, economic sanctions imposed on…

Week in Lithuania: Tightens citizenship procedures, Lithuanian brand used in Russia without permission

04.02.202304.02.2023 Ogres

Linas Jegelevičus In Lithuania, this week has been marked by accusations of various wrongdoings, but there is also good news – it is…

War in Ukraine: Putin compares the situation to World War II

03.02.202303.02.2023 Ogres

Russian President Vladimir Putin gave a speech on the anniversary of the Battle of Stalingrad and compared the war he started in Ukraine…

Latvia dodges lawsuit from association of construction companies

03.02.2023 Ogres

The verdict of Riga Regional Court with which the court rejects the claim from National Association of Construction Companies for a compensation of…

Kazakh businessmen see great potential in cooperation with Latvia’s large sea ports

03.02.2023 Ogres

Latvian Stevedoring Company Association (LSA) met with businessmen from Kazakhstan on the 1st and the 2nd of February. Foreign businessmen were on a…

Turkey summons the ambassadors of nine countries over security alerts

03.02.202303.02.2023 Ogres

Turkey has summoned the ambassadors of nine Western countries to express its condemnation of the temporary closure of diplomatic missions and the distribution…

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