Apartment prices in Latvia will rise
This year, growth in real estate prices is likely to continue, according to Andris Božē, Member of the Management Board of housing developer…
Expert warns: what Russia is preparing in 2026 will not be a pleasant surprise for Europe
Russia will intensify hybrid activities and influence operations in Europe in 2026 as well, according to Māris Cepurītis, Director of the Center for…
Wintery weather takes hold of Latvia: snow, black ice and slippery roads
On Friday, precipitation is expected at times – mainly snow and wet snow, while rain is also possible in the western parts of…
BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia in 2025: what we can be proud of — and what we should be ashamed of
What was the outgoing year 2025 like in Latvia, and which events of this year will continue to affect us in 2026? BNN…
Four people to be charged over the shooting of three dogs in Latvia
Four suspects are to be charged over the shooting of three dogs in Bauska Municipality, and on 30 December this year the case…
How fast will wages grow in Latvia next year? Bank forecasts are encouraging
Average gross wages in Latvia could increase by around 7% next year, according to bank analysts. Senior economist Agnese Buceniece of Swedbank told…
Saudi-led coalition announces military operation in Yemen
The Saudi-led coalition will carry out a military operation in Yemen and has called on civilians to immediately evacuate the port city of…
Cold air flows into Latvia – snow, drifting snow and gusty winds
On Tuesday, 30 December, the sky will be mostly overcast, clearing only in places. In many areas, clouds will at times bring precipitation,…
Latvia plans a complete overhaul of credit supervision
The Ministry of Finance of Latvia (MoF) is proposing that, from 1 January 2027, the functions of registering, licensing, and supervising non-bank lenders…
