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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

From 5% for defence to abolishing the State Defence Service – what Latvian parties promise on national security ahead of the Saeima election
September 17, 2026
BNN IN FOCUS | Political party review: New Unity – from election winner to fighting for survival in the Saeima
September 16, 2026
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

Business

Stevedoring companies accuse NA of populism over grain transit: loud slogans with no understanding of consequences for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   September 17, 2026

The Latvian Stevedoring Companies Association (LSA) has sharply criticised the National Alliance’s (NA) proposed ban on the transit of Russian grain, arguing that…

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

From 5% for defence to abolishing the State Defence Service – what Latvian parties promise on national security ahead of the Saeima election
Ogres September 17, 2026

Latvia’s political parties are far from unanimous on how much funding should be allocated to national defence, according to a study commissioned by…

Estonia rejects EU plan for mandatory EV charging stations in parking lots
Ogres September 17, 2026

Estonia will only partially implement the European Union directive requiring that, starting next year, half of the parking spaces at large stores be…

From minister’s chair to prosecutor’s office – decision on charges awaited in Uzulnieks’ 3.09‰ drunk-driving case
Ogres September 17, 2026
Stevedoring companies accuse NA of populism over grain transit: loud slogans with no understanding of consequences for Latvia’s economy
Ogres September 17, 2026
Trump outraged by Canada’s friendship with the EU; threatens “serious tariffs”
Ogres September 17, 2026

From 5% for defence to abolishing the State Defence Service – what Latvian parties promise on national security ahead of the Saeima election
September 17, 2026
Estonia rejects EU plan for mandatory EV charging stations in parking lots
September 17, 2026
From minister’s chair to prosecutor’s office – decision on charges awaited in Uzulnieks’ 3.09‰ drunk-driving case
September 17, 2026
Stevedoring companies accuse NA of populism over grain transit: loud slogans with no understanding of consequences for Latvia’s economy
September 17, 2026
Trump outraged by Canada’s friendship with the EU; threatens “serious tariffs”
September 17, 2026
Rain to spread across most of Latvia – winds to strengthen towards the end of the week
September 17, 2026

Social

From minister’s chair to prosecutor’s office – decision on charges awaited in Uzulnieks’ 3.09‰ drunk-driving case
September 17, 2026
Rain to spread across most of Latvia – winds to strengthen towards the end of the week
September 17, 2026
Healthcare workers prepare to protest – demand Latvian health minister’s resignation and pay rise of at least 30%
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…

Heating to become more expensive in Latvia this season
September 16, 2026
Nearly 420,000 euros from father living in Russia – Stepaņenko refuses to explain origin of gifts
September 16, 2026

World

Estonia rejects EU plan for mandatory EV charging stations in parking lots
Ogres September 17, 2026

Estonia will only partially implement the European Union directive requiring that, starting next year, half of the parking spaces at large stores be…

Trump outraged by Canada’s friendship with the EU; threatens “serious tariffs”
Ogres September 17, 2026

US President Donald Trump has once again resorted to his characteristic rhetoric, threatening retaliation should the European Union admit Canada as an associate…

US uncovers alleged Russian terrorist group
Ogres September 16, 2026
EC President: A strong and independent Europe must be built
Ogres September 16, 2026
Watchdog: War with Iran has depleted US weapons reserves
Ogres September 16, 2026

Latest Posts

AST: without new tariffs the company would lose six million euros every month

29.11.202229.11.2022 Ogres

Latvian electricity transmission system operator Augstsprieguma tīkls (AST) has calculated that without new tariffs it would suffer approximately six million euros worth of…

Estonian parties to start election campaigns

29.11.202229.11.2022 Ogres

The general election will happen on the 5th of March, 2023, as the president of Estonia Alar Karis signed the resolution, and Estonian…

Chinese authorities hunt for protesters

29.11.202229.11.2022 Ogres

Authorities in China started an investigation into the protests that spread over the country over the weekend, and are seeking protesters, writes Reuters….

Latvian Central Election Commission loses its «head»

29.11.2022 Ogres

Following the start of criminal proceedings by Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) over the procurement organised in 2021, Kristīne Bērziņa is no…

KNAB briefly detains head of Latvian Central Election Commission

29.11.2022 Ogres

Last week Latvian Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) detained the chairperson of the Central Election Commission (CVK) Kristīne Bērziņa. She was released…

Saeima’s Legal Affairs Committee once again rejects idea to create a new ministry and vice-minister posts in Latvia

29.11.2022 Ogres

On Tuesday, 29 November, the Saeima’s Legal Affairs Committee once again rejected amendments to the Cabinet Structure Law, which are intended to allow…

Covid-19 infection rates on a rise again after a two-month drop

29.11.2022 Ogres

Between 21st and 27th of November the number of people infected with Covid-19 increased by 35.1%, as reported by the Disease Prevention and…

Russia comments Pope’s remarks about ethnic minorities

29.11.202229.11.2022 Ogres

Pope Francis remarked that troops from some ethnic groups are acting worse than others, and Moscow condemned these remarks, calling them perversions, writes…

Investigation of insolvency administrator’s murder officially done; criminal prosecution requested for four

29.11.2022 Ogres

Latvian State Police completed its investigation of the murder of insolvency administrator Mārtiņš Bunkus. On 24 November 2022 the case was submitted to…

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