Latvia & nearby (244)

Wind to Strengthen, Rain Expected in Many Places in Latvia on Saturday

On Saturday, Latvia will experience stronger winds and rain in many areas, according to forecasters.

LSM (rus) · 18 Jul, 08:36

Local music groups perform at Smiltene festival

During the Smiltene city festival, a gathering of local music groups attracted a large audience at Jāņukalns stage.

Ziemeļlatvija · 18 Jul, 08:36

Artist and Poet Agnese Graudiņa, Living in London for Years, Maintains Connection with Valka

Agnese Graudiņa, who has been living in London for many years, continues to maintain close ties with her hometown Valka, engaging in art and poetry.

Ziemeļlatvija · 18 Jul, 07:36

Blood Donor Day at Bauska Hospital on Monday

Bauska Hospital will host a blood donor day on Monday, July 20, from 10:00 to 13:00. Donors are especially needed for 0-, A-, and B- blood groups.

Bauskas Dzīve · 18 Jul, 07:36

49 people killed in road accidents in Latvia this year; experts point to risky summer driving

From the beginning of the year to July 13, 49 people died in road traffic accidents in Latvia, 12 of them in the first 13 days of July. Experts blame unjustified risk-taking and overestimated driving skills.

Staburags · 18 Jul, 07:36

Kristaps Janičenoks After DUI Accident: 'Guilt Will Stay for Life'

Former Latvian basketball player admits his mistake and continues working for the Olympic Committee, while taking up cycling.

Jauns.lv · 18 Jul, 06:36

Festival 'Vivat, Curlandia!' Concludes with Two Concerts in Bauska

On July 18, the closing concerts of the festival dedicated to the Duchy of Courland and Semigallia will take place in Bauska, featuring early music ensembles from several countries.

Bauskas Dzīve · 18 Jul, 06:36

Actress Elīna Avotiņa to become a mother

Actress and Latvian National Opera and Ballet chorus artist Elīna Avotiņa and her fiancé, future surgeon Zigurds Tamanis, are expecting their first child. The wedding planned for this summer has been postponed.

TVNET · 18 Jul, 05:37

Buying Perfumes Blindly Online? 10 Tips to Avoid a Bad Scent

A beautiful bottle and a discount may tempt you, but blind buying perfume is risky. An article outlines 10 tricks to avoid a disappointing purchase.

Jauns.lv · 18 Jul, 05:36

Shelter information to be published on kadastrs.lv; new solution to cut bureaucracy

From October 1, information about shelters will be published on the kadastrs.lv portal, while the “Vietvaris” project will speed up address coordination from months to about ten days.

Bauskas Dzīve · 18 Jul, 05:36

BMW driver races along bicycle path and through park in Ķengarags

A driver in Ķengarags was filmed speeding on a bicycle path and then entering a park on Wednesday afternoon, violating traffic rules.

Jauns.lv · 18 Jul, 04:37

Narva's garden cooperative flooding problem remains unresolved

Narva city authorities admit that the flooding problem in garden cooperatives after heavy rains in 2025 has not been fully solved. An audit is pending and funding of 2.5 million euros is needed.

ERR (rus) · 18 Jul, 04:37

Rabbit stolen from 'Dzīvo sapņu dārzs' mini zoo: owner asks for return

A visitor to the 'Dzīvo sapņu dārzs' animal park in Ādaži stole a baby rabbit and left in a BMW. The park owner, Jānis, urges the woman to return the animal and asks the public to be vigilant.

Apollo.lv · 18 Jul, 03:37

Company demands over 8,000 euros for terminating old BMW lease

A client who leased a nearly 20-year-old BMW for 308 euros per month stopped paying after 1.5 months. The lessor repossessed the car and demanded over 8,000 euros for contract termination and damages; the client refused and the case went to court.

TVNET · 18 Jul, 03:37

Rented an old BMW and stopped paying – company demands €8,000 for contract breach

A client leased a nearly 20-year-old BMW for €308 per month but stopped paying after six weeks. The lessor repossessed the car and demanded over €8,000, which the client refused, leading to a court case.

Apollo.lv · 18 Jul, 02:37

Buildings Evacuated in Vilnius and Kaunas Due to Bomb Threats

False bomb threats on Friday led to evacuations of several buildings in Vilnius and Kaunas, Lithuania, including offices of the high-tech group Teltonika.

Jauns.lv · 18 Jul, 00:37

Estonian Interior Minister Calls on EU to Tighten Visa Rules for Russian Citizens

Estonia's Interior Minister Igor Taro has called on the European Union to introduce stricter visa policies for Russian citizens.

LSM · 17 Jul, 23:38

Bat Night Adventure to take place in Līgatne Nature Trails

On July 31, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., the Līgatne Nature Trails will host the Bat Night Adventure, featuring educational activities and a bat-watching walk.

TVNET · 17 Jul, 23:36

Recruits Arrive at State Defense Service Across Latvia

On Friday, July 17, a thousand young people arrived at six National Armed Forces units across Latvia to begin service in the State Defense Service, with the majority being volunteers.

LSM (rus) · 17 Jul, 22:36

Wood processing company in Näpi invests one million euros in new impregnation equipment

Puidukoda OÜ, a wood processing company owned by a French investor, has invested approximately one million euros in a new autoclave for deep wood impregnation, aiming to remain competitive amid rising production costs.

ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 21:37

Fire in Riga Port: Scrap Metal Pile Burning; Residents Urged to Close Windows

A fire has broken out at a 30,000-tonne scrap metal pile at Meldru iela 3 in Riga Port. Residents are advised to stay indoors and seal windows due to smoke.

Delfi · 17 Jul, 21:36

Fire at Riga Port Sends Smoke Over Vecmilgravis and Vecaki; Residents Urged to Stay Indoors

A large fire in a scrap metal yard at Riga Port has caused heavy smoke, prompting authorities to advise residents in Vecmilgravis and Vecaki to close windows and stay indoors.

Jauns.lv · 17 Jul, 21:36

Rabbit stolen from contact zoo in Ādaži

A rabbit was stolen from the contact zoo "Dzīvo sapņu dārzs" in Ādaži. The theft was caught on video, and police are searching for the woman responsible.

LSM (rus) · 17 Jul, 21:36

Fire breaks out at scrap metal warehouse in Riga port; residents advised to close windows

A fire has started at a scrap metal warehouse on Meldru Street in the Port of Riga. Due to smoke, residents of Vecmīlgrāvis and Vecāķi are advised to close windows and stay indoors.

LSM · 17 Jul, 21:36

Nearly half of Daugavpils prison staff to lose jobs after Grīva division closure

The Grīva division of Daugavgrīva prison in Daugavpils will close on December 15, leaving only 240 of the current 405 staff employed in the Daugavpils division, while about 150 will be offered jobs in other Latvian prisons.

Jauns.lv · 17 Jul, 20:37

Scrap Metal Pile Fire in Vecmīlgrāvis; Firefighters on Scene

The State Fire and Rescue Service responded to a call on Meldru Street in Vecmīlgrāvis on Friday evening, where a scrap metal pile had caught fire.

Apollo.lv · 17 Jul, 20:36

LSM.lv airs program 'Обсудим вечером'

On July 17, 2026, the LSM.lv platform broadcast an episode of the program 'Обсудим вечером'.

LSM (rus) · 17 Jul, 20:36

High-risk fire at scrap metal yard in Vecmīlgrāvis extinguished

On Friday evening, a scrap metal pile caught fire on Meldru Street in Vecmīlgrāvis, Riga. The State Fire and Rescue Service responded to the scene.

TVNET · 17 Jul, 20:36

Environmentalists Slam New Micro-Reserve Regulations

Environmental organizations criticize government-backed amendments that shift the burden of hiring and paying experts for micro-reserve creation onto citizens, threatening protection of endangered species and habitats.

LSM · 17 Jul, 20:36

Police Search for 57-Year-Old Man Missing on Tallinn's Stromka Beach

Police are asking for help to find 57-year-old Vladimir, who went missing on Stromka Beach in Tallinn.

ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 19:36

LVM to hold additional auction for heating wood and wood chips

To ease tensions in the fuel market, AS "Latvijas valsts meži" (LVM) will organize an additional auction for wood and wood chips for heating for the fourth quarter of 2026.

Apollo.lv · 17 Jul, 19:36

Latvia Bans Two Pro-Russia Comedians from Entering the Country

Foreign Minister Baiba Braže has added Vladimir Moisejenko and Vladimir Daņiļec to the list of unwanted persons, banning them from entering Latvia indefinitely.

Delfi · 17 Jul, 18:37

False bomb threats hit Lithuanian companies

On Monday, Lithuanian police received false bomb threats targeting several buildings in Vilnius and Kaunas, including technology company Teltonika. After evacuations, no explosives were found.

TVNET · 17 Jul, 17:36

False Bomb Threats Trigger Evacuations at Lithuanian Businesses and Emergency Services

On Friday, several locations in Vilnius and Kaunas were evacuated after email bomb threats were received. Police found no explosives and determined the threats were false.

LRT English · 17 Jul, 16:38

Latvia Blacklists Two Pro-Russian Comedians Planning Concerts in the Country

Foreign Minister Baiba Braže has added two Russian comedians supporting the aggressor state to Latvia's blacklist and banned them from entering the country.

Jauns.lv · 17 Jul, 16:36