Latvia & nearby
360TV New Year's Eve show with over twenty performers to take place in Valmiera on 30 December
The television channel 360TV is holding its New Year's Eve show “Almost Perfect New Year's Eve 360” at the Valmiera Olympic Centre on 30 December at 7 p.m. Tickets are sold on the Biļešu paradīze website, and a delayed broadcast will air on channel 360.
Ziemeļlatvija · 3 Nov, 09:09
Kulbergs's Cabinet: What Lies Behind the Term "Government of Professionals"
The phrase "government of professionals" has surfaced in speculation about the next cabinet Andris Kulbergs is putting together. Commentator Māris Zanders explains why the term is popular and what its critics say.
Delfi · 3 Nov, 09:09
Reed Design Exhibition “Niedrotāji” to Open in Ērgļi
An exhibition called “Niedrotāji”, featuring objects made from reeds harvested at Lake Kāls, opens on 14 November at 15:00 at Pārsteigumkalns in Ērgļi, Latvia. The programme also includes the premiere of a short documentary and performances on reed instruments.
Stars (Madona) · 3 Nov, 09:08
Estonia poll: Isamaa–Center union is the most preferred coalition among opposition parties
In an Estonian poll, 29 percent of respondents named a coalition of the opposition parties Isamaa and the Center Party as their preferred future government. The Reform Party was the one most respondents did not want to see in government.
ERR News · 3 Nov, 08:11
Estonia plans to allow more than 2,500 foreign skilled workers next year
Estonia's Ministry of the Interior plans to allow 2,569 skilled foreign workers to come to the country next year in sectors facing labour shortages. The rules stem from amendments to the Aliens Act that take effect in 2027.
ERR (rus) · 3 Nov, 08:10
Expanding Kuldīga's water network requires heavy investment
Jānis Blūms, the new chair of the board at the water utility SIA Kuldīgas ūdens, explains how water tariffs are set and why network expansion is costly. About 20 kilometres of pipes are still needed, and the company hopes for EU funding.
Kurzemnieks · 3 Nov, 08:10
Researcher: Soviet nostalgia in Lithuania may be longing for industrial modernity
Ainė Ramonaitė, a professor at Vilnius University, argues that some Lithuanians' less critical view of the Soviet past may stem from nostalgia for the industrial era rather than sympathy for the Soviet system. Similar sentiments are seen in deindustrialised regions of the West.
LRT English · 3 Nov, 08:10
Rauna invites visitors to a exhibition hall in Plūme House and a castle ruins tower
Two cultural heritage sites are open to visitors in Rauna, Smiltene Municipality: an exhibition hall in the historic Plūme House and the medieval castle ruins viewing tower. The municipality presents them in a series on local places.
Ziemeļlatvija · 3 Nov, 08:10
Latgale band "Nu munys sātys" presents debut album of folk songs recorded in Līvāni municipality
The six-member band "Nu munys sātys" presented its debut album of the same name on 30 October at the Turki community hall in Līvāni municipality, Latvia. The album contains only folk songs recorded in the municipality, with arrangements made by the band members themselves.
LaKuga · 3 Nov, 08:09
Jelgava to host “Heijā, heijā, pulkā nāc!” sports festival for families
A sports festival for families with preschool and early primary school children will take place in the Jelgava sports hall on 29 November. Participation is free, and organisers ask people to register by 27 November.
Zemgales Ziņas · 3 Nov, 08:08
Rain expected in many parts of Latvia on Tuesday morning
Forecasters say rain is expected in many regions of Latvia on the morning of Tuesday, 3 November. The forecast covers the morning hours only.
LSM (rus) · 3 Nov, 07:11
Object sought by Latvian armed forces has fallen in Balvi municipality near Tilža
An object that Latvia's National Armed Forces (NBS) had been searching for has fallen near Tilža in Balvi municipality. The head of the municipal council told the news agency LETA.
TVNET · 3 Nov, 07:11
Inga Skrapce: Medicine and Beekeeping Complement Each Other
Inga Skrapce, head of the Blood Preparation Department at Vidzeme Hospital in Latvia, combines her medical work with beekeeping. Both fields share care for life and a sense of responsibility.
Ziemeļlatvija · 3 Nov, 07:10
Poll: Most Latvians Satisfied With Saeima Election Outcome, Young People Less So
A survey finds most Latvian residents are satisfied with the results of the 15th Saeima election, though those with objections are only slightly fewer. Young people are less satisfied, while experienced voters are more content.
LSM · 3 Nov, 07:10
Estonia poll: Centre Party–Isamaa coalition is the most preferred government option
In a poll, 29% of Estonian residents named a coalition of the Centre Party and Isamaa as their preferred government. Another 30% of respondents could not pick a suitable option.
ERR (rus) · 3 Nov, 07:09
Airspace threat declared for 25 minutes over Latvia's Balvi and Ludza municipalities
An airspace threat was in effect overnight on 3 November in the Balvi and Ludza municipalities of eastern Latvia. Initial information indicates an object fell in the Balvi municipality, and ground searches are continuing.
NRA · 3 Nov, 07:09
Public meeting in Ceraukste to discuss upgrading Bauska highway section to an expressway
A preliminary public consultation is being held today in Ceraukste on rebuilding a 14.3-kilometre stretch of the A7 highway to the Lithuanian border as a four-lane expressway. Two route alternatives will be assessed.
Bauskas Dzīve · 3 Nov, 06:12
Commentary: Latvia's 15th Saeima Starts Work Amid High Public Expectations
Latvia's 15th Saeima, the national parliament, has begun its term, with a single force, the United List, holding 41 seats. Commentator Bens Latkovskis argues this brings special responsibility and that voters want a new kind of politics.
NRA · 3 Nov, 06:11
“Vizii Urban” to Maintain State Roads Around Ogre for Five Years
Latvian State Roads, the state-owned road manager, has announced that “Vizii Urban” won the contract to maintain state roads in the Ogre area for the next five years. The contract is worth 9.998 million euros excluding VAT, while the tender is contested in several other areas.
OgreNet · 3 Nov, 06:10
Heating Tariffs Rise: Riga Residents Face 96.33 Euros per Megawatt-Hour from December
AS Rīgas siltums plans to raise its heat tariff from 80.96 to 96.33 euros per megawatt-hour on 1 December. Tariffs are rising elsewhere in Latvia too, which may affect household spending on other areas, including culture.
Diena · 3 Nov, 06:10
Prime Minister Kulbergs sleeps three hours a night: what experts say
The wife of Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has said he sleeps about three hours a night because of his heavy workload. A cardiologist and a psychologist say such short sleep harms health and decision-making in the long run.
Jauns.lv · 3 Nov, 06:09
Inčukalns Storage Holds 12 TWh of Gas, but Winter Security Also Depends on Extra Supplies
Gas transmission operator Conexus Baltic Grid says the Inčukalns storage facility in Latvia currently holds about 12 TWh of natural gas, equal to 44% of average winter demand in the Baltics and Finland. Latvia also has a 1.8 TWh strategic reserve and access to LNG terminals.
Latvijas Avīze · 3 Nov, 06:09
Changeable Weather Ahead in Latvia: Night Frosts Down to -2°C, Daytime Highs Near +11°C
Latvia's Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre forecasts cloudy, changeable weather through the week, with light rain, gusty coastal winds in places and nights close to freezing. Daytime temperatures are expected to range from +6 to +11°C.
BNN · 3 Nov, 05:09
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Restaurant Worker Tried to Obtain €5,266 Monthly Unemployment Benefit
Latvian news site Apollo.lv reports on a restaurant employee who, according to the outlet, used a social contribution scheme to obtain an unemployment benefit of €5,266 a month. Such a sum is many times larger than the taxes actually paid.
Apollo.lv · 3 Nov, 03:11
Air raid alert cancelled in Ludza and Balvi municipalities
Latvia's National Armed Forces have cancelled a previously declared air alert in the Ludza and Balvi municipalities. Residents had earlier received warnings through the cell broadcast alert system.
LSM (rus) · 3 Nov, 03:11
Search under way in Balvi region for possible fallen object; airspace alert lifted
Latvia's armed forces are searching for an object that may have fallen in the Balvi municipality. Because of it, an orange-level warning was in force in Latvian airspace overnight for just under half an hour.
TVNET · 3 Nov, 02:10
Airspace threat lifted after report of object falling in Balvi municipality
Latvia's National Armed Forces have lifted the airspace threat in the Balvi and Ludza municipalities. The decision followed a report of an object that fell in Balvi municipality.
Apollo.lv · 3 Nov, 02:10
Object falls in Latvia's Balvi municipality; air threat alert lifted
Latvia's National Armed Forces lifted an air-space threat alert for the Balvi and Ludza municipalities overnight into 3 November, after a report of an object falling in Balvi municipality. Ground searches are continuing.
Latvijas Avīze · 3 Nov, 01:11
Airspace threat over Balvi and Ludza municipalities ends; object may have fallen in Balvi area
A threat alert was declared overnight in Latvia's eastern Balvi and Ludza municipalities and lifted after about 20 minutes. The National Armed Forces say the object, according to initial information, fell in the Balvi municipality, and a ground search continues.
Delfi · 3 Nov, 01:10
Unidentified object falls in Balvi Municipality, search under way
After an air raid alert in the Ludza and Balvi municipalities, Latvia's National Armed Forces reported that an object had fallen on the territory of Balvi Municipality. A search is under way.
LSM (rus) · 3 Nov, 01:09
Police Officer Who Climbed Through Apartment Window Sentenced to 110 Hours of Community Service
Latvia's Supreme Court Senate has refused to open cassation proceedings in the case of a police officer who unlawfully tried to enter an apartment through an open window. The Kurzeme Regional Court ruling, 110 hours of community service, has now taken effect.
NRA · 3 Nov, 00:11
19-Year-Old Reinis Spiridovskis Missing in Tukums; Police Ask Public for Help
The State Police are searching for Reinis Spiridovskis, born in 2007, who left his home in Tukums on Monday, 2 November, and has not returned. Police are urging anyone with information about his whereabouts to come forward.
Delfi · 2 Nov, 23:10
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Latvia joins the European defence alliance
Latvia has joined the European defence alliance in order to expand cooperation between its defence industry companies and partners in Europe. The Latvian Investment and Development Agency announced the move.
TVNET · 2 Nov, 22:12
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Fire hits former furniture factory workshop on Tvaika Street in Riga
A large fire broke out on Monday morning in a workshop of a former furniture factory on Tvaika Street in Riga. The State Police have launched criminal proceedings over the incident.
Apollo.lv · 2 Nov, 22:11
Rain expected across Estonia on Tuesday, possible sleet in Ida-Viru County
Estonia will see variable cloud and local rain on Tuesday, with sleet possible in Ida-Viru County. Daytime temperatures are forecast at 5 to 10 degrees Celsius above zero.
ERR (rus) · 2 Nov, 22:10
LSM.lv publishes the 2 November episode of the programme «Обсудим вечером»
The latest episode of the Russian-language programme «Обсудим вечером» became available on the LSM.lv portal of Latvia's public media on 2 November 2026.
LSM (rus) · 2 Nov, 21:10