Latvia & nearby
New details emerge in Mārupe case of attempted double murder by medical worker
Prosecutors have released new details about a December 2025 incident in Mārupe in which a healthcare worker is accused of trying to poison her partner and young son. The case has now been sent to Riga District Court.
Latvijas Avīze · 10 Aug, 11:19
Estonian seal-watching tours lure the animals closer with classical music
Boat tours off Estonia's northern coast use classical music to draw curious seals near, with the Malusi islands offering the region's largest seal habitat. Visitors describe the experience as far more exciting than seeing the animals at a zoo.
ERR News · 10 Aug, 11:19
Woman detained in Daugavpils over attempt to smuggle drugs into prison
State Police in Daugavpils detained a woman found carrying drugs allegedly intended for a person in custody. A criminal case has been opened.
Delfi · 10 Aug, 11:18
Briškens rejects Dombrava's claim on Progressives' stance against youth discrimination in labor market
In the Jauns.lv debate show "Tiešs jautājums," Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava (National Alliance) and MP Kaspars Briškens (Progressives) debated migration, with Briškens denying his party had failed to oppose youth discrimination in the labor market.
Jauns.lv · 10 Aug, 11:17
Sutrop: We shouldn't know before Estonia's presidential vote who has 68 votes
Estonian MP Margit Sutrop has criticized the idea that party leaders should agree in advance on a presidential candidate with a guaranteed majority. She argues this would undermine both the point of the election and MPs' free mandate.
ERR (rus) · 10 Aug, 11:16
Clouds to partially block the sky during the solar eclipse
Meteorologists forecast variable cloudiness for the evening of August 12, when a partial solar eclipse will be visible in Latvia. This means the phenomenon may not be equally visible everywhere.
LSM (rus) · 10 Aug, 11:15
Lithuanian minister: Baltic airspace incursions have stopped as Ukraine shifts strikes deeper into Russia
Lithuania's Defence Minister Robertas Kaunas said airspace violations in the Baltic states have ceased as Ukraine now targets locations farther inside Russia. He also said drones previously downed in Lithuania were Ukrainian aircraft affected by Russian electronic warfare.
LRT English · 10 Aug, 10:20
Partial solar eclipse to be visible in Latvia on Wednesday
A partial solar eclipse will be visible over Latvia on Wednesday evening, coinciding with sunset. Forecasters expect variable cloud cover and isolated brief rain.
Latvijas Avīze · 10 Aug, 10:17
Marupe case: woman accused of trying to poison husband and young son sent to trial
Prosecutors have referred to court a criminal case against a woman, a medical professional, accused of attempting to murder her partner and young son by poisoning them with medication. Both victims survived after receiving medical treatment.
Delfi · 10 Aug, 10:16
Latvia to see cooler, windier weather in coming days, with warmer weekend ahead
Forecasters say Latvia will experience cooler and windier conditions in the coming days, while the weekend is expected to bring sunnier and warmer weather.
LSM (rus) · 10 Aug, 10:15
Šarts: Russia currently lacks military capacity to open second front against NATO
Jānis Šarts, head of NATO's Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence, says Russia's war in Ukraine is currently tying up the resources it would need to attack NATO members. He warns, however, that this could change if fighting in Ukraine stops.
Bauskas Dzīve · 10 Aug, 09:21
Diaspora actresses' play about motherhood draws full house in Jelgava
Jelgava's Student Theatre hosted the play "A Latvian Woman in Italy (Just) Introduces Herself," Part 2 "Mothers," performed by three Latvian actresses living abroad. The small hall was packed for the hour-and-ten-minute show.
Zemgales Ziņas · 10 Aug, 09:19
Latgalian rapper Ūga teams up with trio “Juos īluos līluos” for new track “Pikachu”
Latgalian hip-hop artist Ūga has released a new single and music video, “Pikachu,” made together with the female friend-trio “Juos īluos līluos.” The video was shot and edited entirely by the trio's own members.
LaKuga · 10 Aug, 09:19
Impressive partial solar eclipse to be visible across Latvia on August 12
On the evening of August 12, all of Latvia will see a partial solar eclipse that at its peak will cover 84% of the Sun's diameter. Such an extensive eclipse is a rare sight.
Ziemeļlatvija · 10 Aug, 09:16
Ducks vanish in Ogre area as residents blame foxes and hawks
Residents around Ogre are sharing stories on social media about their runner ducks disappearing, most likely falling prey to foxes and birds of prey. One case ended happily after some ducks managed to call for help.
OgreNet · 10 Aug, 09:15
Dombrava and Briškens clash over need for foreign labor in Latvia's economy
In a debate on migration hosted by the show "Tiešs jautājums", Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava and MP Kaspars Briškens disagreed on whether Latvia's economy needs foreign workers.
Jauns.lv · 10 Aug, 09:14
'Case' podcast explores learning Latvian in Daugavpils without a language environment
LSM Latgale desk journalist Aleksejs Dunda examines in a new episode of the podcast 'Case' how both adults and children in Daugavpils learn Latvian in a city where Russian dominates everyday life. Most of the episode is filmed in Latvian with translation provided.
LSM (rus) · 10 Aug, 09:14
Ombudsperson report: migrants in Lithuania face collective punishment and de facto detention
A Seimas Ombudsmen's Office report finds that many residents of Lithuania's Pabradė reception centre face collective movement restrictions amounting in practice to detention. The Reception and Integration Agency acknowledges past shortcomings but says conditions have since improved.
LRT English · 10 Aug, 08:20
17-year-old Latvian Ardis Slakteris takes bronze in debut world powerboat championship season
Latvian powerboat racer Ardis Slakteris, 17, finished third overall in his debut season of the Formula 4 world championship, while his brother Nils placed 12th in the Formula 2 class.
Bauskas Dzīve · 10 Aug, 08:17
Tartu Old Town bar owners worried about upcoming residential development
A historic building at the corner of Gildi and Rüütli streets in Tartu's Old Town is being converted into 53 apartments, prompting local bar owners to fear future noise complaints and conflicts with new residents.
ERR News · 10 Aug, 08:17
Tartu bar owners fear conflicts as new residents move onto Rüütli Street
A building at the corner of Gildi and Rüütli streets in Tartu's old town is being converted into 53 apartments, and nearby bar owners worry about noise complaints. City officials say both housing and nightlife venues must coexist in the old town.
ERR (rus) · 10 Aug, 08:16
Latvia's Patent Office to be renamed Intellectual Property Office
Latvia's Ministry of Justice and the Patent Office have drafted amendments renaming the institution to the Latvian Intellectual Property Office starting January 1 next year. No extra state budget funding will be needed for the change.
Jauns.lv · 10 Aug, 08:15
Valka municipality lacks funds and workers to mow overgrown garden plots
Gardeners in the Valka municipality complain that plots of land next to their tended garden allotments belong to the municipality and have long gone unmown, spreading weeds onto neighboring plots.
Ziemeļlatvija · 10 Aug, 07:19
Clouds and rain expected across Latvia on Monday
Meteorologists forecast that clouds moving in from the west will cover Latvia on Monday, 10 August, bringing rain to many areas.
Apollo.lv · 10 Aug, 07:18
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Court to decide on custody status of police officer held over fatal beating in Priekule
The Kurzeme Regional Court will today review a request to change the restrictive measure applied to a State Police officer suspected of fatally beating a man in Priekule.
TVNET · 10 Aug, 07:18
Clouds and rain to reach Latvia on Monday, warmth to persist in places
On Monday clouds and rain will move across Latvia from the west, while the eastern part of the country stays drier and warmer. Temperatures in places will reach up to +26 degrees.
Latvijas Avīze · 10 Aug, 07:16
Monday to bring cloudier skies and rain to much of Latvia, showers expected in Riga by evening
On Monday, clouds will spread across Latvia from the west and rain is expected in many areas, while the eastern part of the country stays dry. In Riga, the morning will be sunny but rain is forecast for the evening.
Jauns.lv · 10 Aug, 07:16
Estonia ends unemployment benefit eligibility for young people after conscription
Since the start of this year, Estonia no longer automatically grants unemployment benefits to school graduates and conscripts finishing military service unless they have at least eight months of prior work experience.
ERR News · 10 Aug, 07:15
Experts warn of falling education standards over ministry's plans
After Latvia's education minister said graduation certificates from basic school could soon be issued even to students who fail their final exams, education professionals warn this could lower education quality.
LSM (rus) · 10 Aug, 07:14
Latvia takes part in NATO allied exercise "Lion Protector 26"
Latvia is participating in the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) exercise "Lion Protector 26", during which the National Armed Forces secured the safe reception of an allied ship and equipment at a Latvian port. The drills stretch from the Arctic to the Baltic Sea and complement NATO deterrence measures.
Delfi · 10 Aug, 06:20
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LETA: Jānis and Dace most common names among upcoming Saeima election candidates
News agency LETA has compiled data on the lists of candidates for the upcoming Saeima elections, finding that the most common names are Jānis and Dace.
Apollo.lv · 10 Aug, 06:17
Bakery-counter hygiene: are gloves and tongs actually required in Latvian stores?
A shopper's complaint about people handling loose bread and pastries with bare hands prompted a check into store rules — no ban exists, but retailers remain responsible for product safety.
Latvijas Avīze · 10 Aug, 06:16
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August marks peak wasp activity season
In August, wasps become noticeably more active and are more often found in gardens, on terraces and in homes, driven by their life cycle and by ripening fruit and berries that attract them.
TVNET · 10 Aug, 06:16
Bauska calls for vendors to join the Zemgale Great Market and 'Ciere' evening walk
Bauska's Town Hall Square will host the annual Zemgale Great Market on September 12, alongside the sixth edition of the 'Ciere' lights-and-stories walk in the old town. Vendors can apply to take part until August 20.
Bauskas Dzīve · 10 Aug, 06:14
Young man from Balvi heads off to study at Harvard
18-year-old Ilja Polis from Balvi will travel to the United States on August 21 to begin studies at Harvard University, one of the world's most prestigious universities.
LSM (rus) · 10 Aug, 05:21
Ropaži municipality to rebuild Pērses Street in Berģi for €1.3 million
Ropaži municipality plans to spend €1.3 million rebuilding Pērses Street in the village of Berģi, with work carried out in three stages during 2026 and 2027.
Jauns.lv · 10 Aug, 04:17