Latvia & nearby (230)

LVM GEO mobile app resumes operation

Latvijas valsts meži (LVM) has announced the resumption of its LVM GEO mobile application.

LSM (rus) · 25 Jul, 17:37

Inga Priede to Become Deputy Chair of United List's Saeima Faction

The United List's Saeima faction has chosen Inga Priede as the deputy chairperson of the faction, chaired by Juris Viļums, as indicated in the faction's submission to the Saeima Presidium.

TVNET · 25 Jul, 16:38

Municipalities Rebut State Audit on Property Records; Drone Threats Deter Buyers in Border Areas

A State Audit found that Latvian municipalities lack complete information on their properties and only about half are registered in the land registry. Municipalities dispute the findings, citing an unfinished land reform and drone threats near the border that reduce buyer interest.

Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 16:37

Rīgas satiksme auctions off 14 trolleybuses

The company Rīgas satiksme is selling 14 old trolleybuses via an electronic auction.

LSM · 25 Jul, 16:37

Sunday's Weather: Temperatures to Reach +26°C in Parts of Latvia

On Sunday, July 26, air temperatures in some parts of Latvia will reach up to +26 degrees Celsius, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.

Apollo.lv · 25 Jul, 15:38

Youth Teach Public to Recognize Greenwashing in Ikšķile and at 'Bāka' Festival

The 'GreenBean' team from the 'Junior Achievement Latvia' Leader program educated over 500 people about greenwashing through two events, combining challenges and discussions.

Delfi · 25 Jul, 15:38

Latvia Proposes Changes to Terms for Needy Household Status and Housing Benefit Calculation

The Ministry of Welfare has drafted new regulations that would alter the duration of the 'needy' or 'low-income' household status and refine the calculation of housing benefits.

Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 15:37

Sunday temperatures in parts of Latvia to reach 26 degrees

According to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre, temperatures in some regions of Latvia are forecast to reach 26 degrees Celsius on Sunday, July 26.

LSM · 25 Jul, 15:37

Survey: Latvians' top summer concerns are traffic accidents and family injuries

A Swedbank survey reveals that 28% of Latvian residents are most worried about traffic accidents and family injuries during summer, while 29% feel calm.

Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 14:37

Ministries Oppose Riigikogu Members' Special Military Court Bill

Estonia's Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs and the Ministry of Defense have opposed a bill submitted by several MPs to establish special national defense courts for wartime, arguing that the necessary changes are already part of the ongoing court reform.

ERR News · 25 Jul, 13:39

New Colony of Rare Tower Snail Discovered in Alūksne Region

The Latvian State Forests (LVM) has identified a previously unknown colony of the large tower snail (Ena montana) in Liepna Parish, Alūksne Municipality – a strictly protected and critically endangered species in Latvia.

Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 13:39

New site of large tower snail discovered in Latvia

Latvijas valsts meži (LVM) has announced the discovery of a new location for the large tower snail in Latvia.

TVNET · 25 Jul, 13:38

Holocaust Memorial Unveiled Near Liepāja Lighthouse

On Friday evening, a Holocaust memorial was unveiled near the Liepāja lighthouse, dedicated to the Jews of Liepāja killed in the area in 1941–1942.

LSM (rus) · 25 Jul, 13:37

Trust in Latvian courts rises to 45%

According to SKDS survey, trust in courts has reached 45% this year, up 13 percentage points since 2021, while distrust dropped to 40%.

Delfi · 25 Jul, 12:38

New Finding of Critically Endangered Large Tower Snail in Alūksne Region

A new habitat of the large tower snail (Ena montana), a critically endangered and specially protected species in Latvia, has been discovered in Liepna parish, Alūksne municipality.

LSM · 25 Jul, 12:37

LVM GEO mobile app and map browser restored after cyber incident

Following a cybersecurity incident during the midsummer holidays, Latvia's state forest company LVM has restored its GEO mobile app and map browser with full functionality.

Delfi · 25 Jul, 11:38

Estonian bill to strengthen consumer rights on warranties and repairs

Estonia's Ministry of Justice has drafted a bill to strengthen consumer rights for warranties and repairs of household appliances and electronics. The new rules would extend warranty periods to three years and require spare parts and repair services to be available in Estonia regardless of the product's country of origin.

ERR News · 25 Jul, 11:38

Five children fell out of windows this summer; EMS urges safety

The Emergency Medical Service reports that this summer it responded five times to children who had fallen out of windows. No cases were fatal, but permanent consequences are possible.

Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 11:37

Five Children Fall from Windows This Summer; Medics Urge Safety

The Emergency Medical Service (EMS) has responded to five cases this summer where children fell out of windows. None were fatal, but the service warns of lasting consequences.

Delfi · 25 Jul, 10:38

Estonian Museum Union Criticizes Nature Museum Director Competition

The Estonian Museum Union calls for a review of the legality of the Nature Museum director competition, citing a commission composed solely of Ministry of Climate officials, no independent experts, and the winner, a ministry official, lacking museum experience.

ERR (rus) · 25 Jul, 10:38

In Riga, a car ends up on tram tracks after a collision on Latgales Street

This morning in Riga, a traffic accident occurred where a passenger car ended up on tram tracks after a collision, blocking tram traffic.

Jauns.lv · 25 Jul, 10:38

Open Narva Days Offer Peek Into Lesser-Known Sides of Estonian Border City

From August 14 to 16, Narva invites visitors to explore the city through locally-led tours that focus on personal stories and hidden corners.

ERR News · 25 Jul, 10:37

Restored 19th-century wooden synagogue reopens to visitors in eastern Lithuania

A restored 19th-century wooden synagogue in Alanta, Lithuania, has reopened after decades of abandonment, now serving as a venue for cultural events.

LRT English · 25 Jul, 08:37

16 drunk drivers caught on Estonian roads in one day

Estonian police detained 16 intoxicated drivers across the country in the past 24 hours. Driving under the influence can result in fines up to 300 penalty units, arrest, or license suspension for up to 12 months.

ERR (rus) · 25 Jul, 08:36

Saturday in Latvia: Brief Showers Expected

On Saturday daytime, Latvia will see partly cloudy skies with brief showers in some areas.

LSM (rus) · 25 Jul, 08:36

Rural Family Doctors Association Supports Consideration of Partial Incapacity for Work

The president of the Latvian Rural Family Doctors Association, Ainis Dzalbs, deems the discussion on introducing partial sick leave worth considering, highlighting potential benefits for patients and the state.

Delfi · 25 Jul, 07:37

Charity campaign seeks to provide school bags for Ukrainian children

A fundraising campaign "School Bags for Ukrainian Children" aims to collect enough funds to purchase 1,000 school bags with stationery for children in rural regions of Ukraine. Residents of Liepāja and the South Kurzeme region are invited to participate.

irLiepāja · 25 Jul, 06:37

Free concert by "Grēcīgie partizāni" in Ogre square

On August 16 at 16:00, the band "Grēcīgie partizāni" will perform a free concert at Ogre city square stage, blending traditional music with punk rock.

OgreNet · 25 Jul, 06:37

Abandoned municipal building on Augusta Deglava Street burns; witnesses saw boys on roof before fire

On Friday, an abandoned building owned by the municipality caught fire on Augusta Deglava Street in Riga. Witnesses reported seeing boys climbing on the roof shortly before the blaze. The fire was contained, and an investigation is underway.

Apollo.lv · 25 Jul, 06:37

The 1975 Tragedy: How a Handsome Young Man Became Latvia's Most Wanted Killer

In 1975, a murder shook Latvia's art circles, committed by a handsome and brazen young man named Dainis, who was a welcome guest at the home of two female artists – a mother and her daughter.

TVNET · 25 Jul, 06:36

Latvian terrain studied as a vast ice age archive by University of Latvia researchers

The most rapid glacier disappearance in Latvia occurred at the end of the last ice age, and the modern terrain preserves evidence of the Scandinavian ice sheet's behavior from 15-20 thousand years ago.

LSM · 25 Jul, 06:36

Investigation into Car Arson in Liepāja Completed; Case Sent to Prosecutor's Office

The State Police have completed an investigation into the arson of two cars in Liepāja in January and handed the case to the prosecutor's office against four individuals.

irLiepāja · 25 Jul, 05:37

Lutheran Cemetery Festival in Ogre on August 22

On August 22, Lutheran cemetery festivals will be held at Berkava and Tomes cemeteries.

OgreNet · 25 Jul, 05:37

Diana and Her Pony Runčuks Bring Hope to Social Care Centers

Social rehabilitator Diana, together with her pony Runčuks, visits social care centers to help people after illness or old age regain social skills and joy of life.

Delfi · 25 Jul, 05:37