Latvia & nearby (172)

"Bite Latvija" customer service center burgled in Riga during storm

Overnight, while emergency services across Latvia battled the effects of a powerful storm, an unknown person broke into the "Maxima" shopping center on Andreja Saharova Street in Riga and robbed the "Bite Latvija" store of several electronic devices.

Delfi · 23 Aug, 11:41

Break-in and theft at Bite Latvija service centre in Riga during storm

During a storm early Sunday, a break-in occurred at a Bite Latvija customer service centre in Riga's Andreja Saharova iela, with several electronic devices stolen. Police have been notified and launched an investigation.

Latvijas Avīze · 23 Aug, 11:40

Record rainfall recorded in Kolka, wind gusts in Riga reach 31 m/s

A record amount of rainfall - 124 millimeters - fell in Kolka over the past 24 hours, while wind gusts in Riga reached 31 meters per second. The extreme weather follows a powerful storm that hit Latvia overnight into Sunday, leaving more than a quarter million households without electricity.

Jauns.lv · 23 Aug, 11:38

One dead in storm that hit Lithuania

A storm that swept through Lithuania on Saturday killed one person and injured two others, officials say.

LSM · 23 Aug, 11:35

South Asian community brings cricket to Lithuania's parks

A small but growing South Asian expat community in Lithuania is organising regular cricket matches in Vilnius parks, hoping to build proper facilities and draw in local interest.

LRT English · 23 Aug, 10:40

Estonian PM Kristen Michal arrives in Kyiv to meet Zelensky

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal has arrived in Kyiv, where he will join other NB8 leaders in meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The visit coincides with Ukraine's State Flag Day.

ERR (rus) · 23 Aug, 10:39

Storm may cause flight delays at Riga Airport on Sunday

Riga Airport has warned that a powerful storm could delay flights or force some to be diverted to alternate airports on Sunday morning. Passengers are advised to check flight status in advance.

TVNET · 23 Aug, 10:38

Latvia's strongest storm in 20 years kills one, cuts power to hundreds of thousands

Latvia's fire and rescue service received nearly 1,900 emergency calls over storm damage between Saturday and Sunday morning, one person died in Jelgava, and about 277,000 households were left without electricity.

Latvijas Avīze · 23 Aug, 10:36

Storm damage disrupts public transport across Riga

Strong winds on Sunday morning brought down trees and damaged infrastructure in several parts of Riga, significantly disrupting public transport, according to information released by Rīgas satiksme.

TVNET · 23 Aug, 09:40

Storm aftermath: around 277,000 households still without power Sunday morning

A powerful storm that swept across Latvia on Saturday night caused the most extensive power grid damage in 20 years, leaving around 277,000 households without electricity by Sunday morning. Both transmission and distribution networks were affected nationwide.

Delfi · 23 Aug, 09:39

Storm may delay flights at Riga Airport on Sunday

Riga Airport has warned that a strong storm on Sunday morning could delay flights or force some to divert to backup airports. The notice was posted on the airport's website.

Apollo.lv · 23 Aug, 09:38

Estonia downgrades storm warnings as rain and wind persist

The storm that hit Estonia on Saturday is easing, with warnings downgraded on Sunday even as heavy rain and wind continue in parts of the country. The same storm also struck Latvia and Lithuania, flooding roads and cutting power to hundreds of thousands of households.

ERR News · 23 Aug, 09:36

Home Guard marks 35th anniversary with concert at Freedom Monument

Riga is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Latvian National Guard (Zemessardze) today with a church service, military equipment displays and an evening concert at the Freedom Monument. The concert will feature Home Guard ensembles and a Canadian Armed Forces orchestra.

Jauns.lv · 23 Aug, 09:36

Latvia's anti-corruption bureau issues four warnings over unauthorized election campaigning

While monitoring the pre-election campaign, Latvia's Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) has issued four warnings over unauthorized campaigning. Residents are actively reporting candidates' participation in various events and raising suspicions about possible misuse of administrative resources.

LSM (rus) · 23 Aug, 09:35

Candidate Sabīne Atmata: regions need conditions where staying is worthwhile

Bauska-based teacher Sabīne Atmata is running in the 15th Saeima election for the «Mēs mainām noteikumus» party in the Zemgale district, focusing on public administration reform, healthcare access and regional development. She argues people should not be persuaded to stay in the regions but given conditions that make it worthwhile.

Bauskas Dzīve · 23 Aug, 08:42

On foot only: daily life at one of Lithuania's last crossing points with Russia

At the Panemunė crossing point on the Nemunas river, where the Queen Louise Bridge has stood closed since 2022, around 200 people cross on foot every day, mostly to visit relatives or graves in Russia's Kaliningrad exclave, under strict customs and entry rules.

LRT English · 23 Aug, 08:41

Storm cleanup continues across Latvia after nearly 1,900 emergency calls

In under 24 hours, Latvia's fire and rescue service received 1,876 calls about wind damage, more than during a similar storm response in 2024. One person died in the storm and others were injured or rescued.

Ziemeļlatvija · 23 Aug, 08:40

Rinkēvičs offers condolences to relatives of storm victim

Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs wrote on social media expressing condolences to the relatives of a person who died in a storm that hit Latvia overnight, and wished the injured a speedy recovery, stressing that weather warnings must be taken seriously.

Apollo.lv · 23 Aug, 08:37

Storm halts train services on several Latvian routes

A strong storm on Sunday morning damaged railway infrastructure, forcing the halt of train services on several Latvian routes, including to Tukums, Skulte, Aizkraukle and Jelgava, with other trains delayed.

Jauns.lv · 23 Aug, 08:37

Sunday to stay windy and rainy, but gusts to ease below 23 m/s

After a destructive storm, Sunday will still bring wind and rain to Latvia, though coastal gusts will be weaker than before, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.

TVNET · 23 Aug, 08:36

Writer slams Dzintari concert hall organizers over handling of storm

Author Mērija A. Kalniņa has criticized the Ieva Galante Foundation for not cancelling a concert at the Dzintari Concert Hall despite a red storm warning, saying the situation turned dangerous as trees fell nearby. She is demanding refunds for ticket holders who chose to stay home.

OgreNet · 23 Aug, 08:36

After storm, around 277,000 households left without power; wind and rain to continue through Sunday

Following Saturday night's storm and heavy rain, about 277,000 households across Latvia were without electricity on Sunday morning. Kurzeme and the country's central and southeastern regions were hit hardest.

LSM (rus) · 23 Aug, 08:35

“Melodies in Patterns” exhibition opens at Mēri Manor

On August 15, Mēri Manor and the Smiltene Municipality Museum in Bilska parish opened their eighth annual themed craft and art exhibition, titled “Melodies in Patterns” and dedicated to a Maestro. The exhibition will remain open to visitors for several months.

Ziemeļlatvija · 23 Aug, 07:41

Remembering the Baltic Way — the 1989 human chain for freedom

On 23 August 1989, more than a million Lithuanians, Latvians and Estonians joined hands in a roughly 600-kilometre chain from Vilnius to Tallinn, demanding recognition of the secret protocols of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. The event remains one of the most iconic symbols of the Baltic states' path to independence.

Delfi · 23 Aug, 07:40

Kuldīga hospital helps children improve posture and movement

The rehabilitation department at Kuldīga hospital offers state-funded physiotherapy for children with movement and posture problems. A specialist stresses the importance of catching issues early and continuing exercises at home.

Kurzemnieks · 23 Aug, 07:38

Bauska Municipality plans to rent out five apartments in Saulaine to specialists

On August 27, Bauska Municipality Council will vote on granting five apartments in Saulaine to qualified specialists, a proposal already backed by the Finance Committee.

Bauskas Dzīve · 23 Aug, 07:38

Sparkling eyes for hockey: Aizkraukle's Anete Kalēja and her path to the Baltu Lūši goal

Nine-year-old Anete Kalēja from Aizkraukle talks about her passion for hockey, which began with family hockey-watching and her first steps at the “Akropole” rink. She now plays for the “Baltu Lūši” club.

Staburags · 23 Aug, 07:37

Clicked a scam link by mistake? Here's what to consider

If a suspicious text message link has been opened, the appropriate response depends on whether payment or account details were actually entered afterwards. Experts urge people to stay calm but not ignore the incident.

Jauns.lv · 23 Aug, 07:37

Rain to continue across most of Latvia on Sunday

Latvia's Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre forecasts that rain will continue across most of the country's territory on Sunday, August 23.

LSM (rus) · 23 Aug, 07:35

Heavy rain floods streets in Jelgava, several intersections closed

Intense rainfall has flooded streets in Jelgava, forcing the closure of several intersections, while central Latvia remains under a red rain warning.

Zemgales Ziņas · 23 Aug, 06:43

Driver who fatally struck woman in Jõhvi gets suspended sentence

A court has sentenced a driver to a suspended prison term after he fatally hit a woman on a pedestrian crossing in Jõhvi, Estonia, last year, following a plea deal with prosecutors.

ERR (rus) · 23 Aug, 06:40

Powerful storm topples trees across Latvia, leaves hundreds of thousands without power

A strong storm hit Latvia on Saturday evening and overnight into Sunday, downing trees, cutting power to more than 254,000 households and disrupting public transport. Emergency services logged over a thousand call-outs.

Delfi · 23 Aug, 06:40

Parts of Latvia see nearly a month's worth of rain in a single day

Data from the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre show that rain clouds crossing Latvia on Saturday left parts of the country with rainfall close to the average monthly norm. The episode points to an unusually intense and prolonged rain event within just one day.

Apollo.lv · 23 Aug, 06:39

"Brother, where did you go?" – Bartender Andžejs and his cat stories, including one about Boris

Bartender Andžejs has two cat stories from his life – one fairly positive, one tragic – and his account of a cat named Boris has been followed on X for almost two years.

TVNET · 23 Aug, 06:38