Latvia & nearby (245)

Estonia's Peak Tourism Season Arrives Earlier Than Rest of Europe

Estonia's tourism peaks in July, while most EU countries see peak in July and August. Estonia's seasonality is below the EU average.

ERR News · 17 Jul, 15:36

Kulbergs: Latvia strengthens protection of energy facilities due to possible Russian provocations

Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs told Reuters that the country has enhanced security at energy infrastructure sites amid concerns over potential Russian provocations.

Apollo.lv · 17 Jul, 14:37

Lithuanian tech company 'Teltonika' receives bomb threats

Lithuanian high-tech group 'Teltonika' received bomb threats on Friday, which turned out to be false. Employees were evacuated, no explosives were found.

Jauns.lv · 17 Jul, 14:37

Kõlvart: State finances cannot be fixed at the expense of the economy

Mihhail Kõlvart criticizes Estonia's ruling parties for addressing the budget deficit with an Excel-table approach, while rejecting a bank tax and overspending on projects like Rail Baltic.

ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 14:37

Four Espionage Cases Referred to Court for Spying for Russia via 'Anti-Fascists of the Baltics'

The Latvian Prosecutor's Office has referred four criminal cases to the Riga City Court against individuals accused of illegally gathering and transferring information to foreign intelligence through the leader of the pro-Kremlin criminal organization 'Anti-Fascists of the Baltics', Sergejs Vasiljevs.

LSM (rus) · 17 Jul, 14:36

Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit by Van in Tallinn's Mustamäe District

A pedestrian died after being struck by a van in Tallinn's Mustamäe district on Thursday. The driver fled but was located with help from witnesses and a dashcam.

ERR News · 17 Jul, 13:37

Estonia plans to introduce paid alcohol sales licenses to reduce number of outlets

Estonia's Ministry of Social Affairs is considering a fee for alcohol sales licenses to curb the record number of outlets, which has reached 10,000.

BNN · 17 Jul, 13:37

Estonia roundup: Russia drills on Lake Peipus, salary transparency, Christmas market, Baltic Way memorial, plastic ban

Estonia implemented new salary transparency laws, Tallinn's Christmas market to be run by 5+ Capital again, a Baltic Way memorial unveiled in Paris, and individually wrapped cucumbers to be banned from 2030. Russia conducted shooting exercises on Lake Peipus without notifying Estonia.

ERR News · 17 Jul, 12:37

Two Narva Residents Lose €10,300 to Scammers on Thursday

Scammers posing as telecom employees, police officers, and bank staff tricked two Narva residents into handing over a total of €10,300.

ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 12:36

Vidzeme Prosecutor Sentenced to Community Service for Leaking Confidential Info

The Vidzeme District Court has sentenced a prosecutor to 420 hours of community service for disclosing confidential information.

LSM (rus) · 17 Jul, 12:36

French Investor Puts €1 Million into Wood Plant in Lääne-Viru County

France-based company Puidukoda has invested €1 million in an autoclave for wood impregnation at its production facility in Näpi, Lääne-Viru County. However, CEO Eveli Opmann notes that Estonia's geopolitical position has made attracting such investments increasingly difficult since the war in Ukraine.

ERR News · 17 Jul, 11:37

Estonian Ministry of Education Changes School Holiday Schedule Again

Estonia's Ministry of Education plans to extend Christmas holidays to include Epiphany on January 6 starting from the 2027/2028 school year, while also considering starting school in August to avoid heat.

ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 11:36

Mucenieki residents demand stricter restrictions on asylum seekers

Residents of Mucenieki have collected nearly 400 signatures for a petition calling on state officials to further limit the movement of asylum seekers outside the center, citing fears for their children's safety.

Latvijas Avīze · 17 Jul, 11:36

Vidzeme Regional Prosecutor Convicted for Disclosing Confidential Information

A prosecutor from the Vidzeme Regional Prosecutor's Office has been sentenced to 420 hours of community service for disclosing non-disclosable information.

LSM · 17 Jul, 11:36

33rd Viljandi Folk Music Festival: Highlights and Must-Sees

From July 23 to 26, the Estonian town of Viljandi will host the 33rd international folk music festival featuring over 75 concerts, a free program, and dance nights. This year's theme is 'Everyone Has Their Own Instrument'.

TVNET · 17 Jul, 10:37

Police not opening corruption investigation at Estonian National Opera

The Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) will not investigate corruption allegations against the Estonian National Opera's cast planner, as no criminal offence was identified in her conduct.

ERR News · 17 Jul, 10:37

Osipova: Academic Freedom Under Threat from Overregulation and Standardization

Sanita Osipova warns that academic freedom is being suppressed when the state imposes uniform requirements on different sciences and questions unfinished research, stifling creativity.

Delfi · 17 Jul, 10:36

School Director and Ad Agency Head Taken to Court Over Fictitious Procurements Worth €27,620

A criminal case has been submitted to Riga City Court, where a vocational school director is accused of abuse of office and an advertising agency head is accused of fraud and money laundering involving €27,620.39. Both defendants deny guilt.

Delfi · 17 Jul, 09:37

NATO summit in Turkey deemed successful from Latvia's perspective

Latvia's ambassador to NATO, Māris Riekstiņš, said in an interview that the 2026 NATO summit in Ankara was successful for Latvia, reaffirming alliance unity and collective defense.

TVNET · 17 Jul, 09:37

13 Accidents with Injuries in Latvia in Past 24 Hours; Five Drivers Caught Drunk

In the last day, 13 road accidents with casualties were recorded in Latvia, injuring 14 people, including a pedestrian, three cyclists, and an e-scooter rider.

Apollo.lv · 17 Jul, 09:36

Unemployment in Ida-Virumaa drops by nearly a thousand in a year

In June 2026, Ida-Virumaa registered 5,929 unemployed – 951 fewer (almost 14%) than a year earlier. The trend mirrors Estonia's national decline, where the number of registered unemployed fell by 5,667.

ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 09:36

Kindergarten Tragedy in Gulbene: 1999 Attack Still Haunts the City

On February 22, 1999, a man with an axe broke into a kindergarten in Gulbene, killing three girls and a teacher. The incident left a lasting impact on the community.

LSM (rus) · 17 Jul, 09:36

Latvian waters warm up to 24°C – cooler weather expected soon

In many rivers and lakes across Latvia, water temperatures have risen above 20°C, locally reaching 24°C. The sea along the open coast remains colder, but a change is on the way with strengthening winds and a cooler next week.

Jauns.lv · 17 Jul, 08:37

Latvian universities propose stricter requirements for foreign students

The Ministry of Education and Science suggests introducing minimum grade requirements, SAT scores, and stricter attendance tracking for international students.

Apollo.lv · 17 Jul, 08:37

UK to Boost Troop Numbers in Estonia and Pre-Position Ammunition

The United Kingdom will send around 300 additional soldiers to Estonia next year and start pre-positioning equipment and ammunition, increasing the contingent to 1,200 troops under a new defense agreement.

ERR News · 17 Jul, 08:36

Narva resident gets speeding fine reduced by court

Viru County Court partially granted the appeal of a 40-year-old Narva man, cutting his speeding fine from €720 to €480 and allowing installment payments over six months.

ERR (rus) · 17 Jul, 08:36

Enjoy Rural Charm in Irši: Peony Gardens and Deer Safari

The association “Irši iedvesmo” organized the event “Enjoy Rural Charm in Irši!”, allowing visitors to explore local tourist attractions, including a peony garden, deer safari, and artisan offerings.

Staburags · 17 Jul, 08:36

Ogre Mobile Library to Serve 11 Stops on Friday

On July 17, the Ogre Central Library's bookmobile will visit readers in several locations, starting from Suntaži to Ķieģeļceplis.

OgreNet · 17 Jul, 08:36

Tattoo artists return from Norway: ‘Life is simpler in Cēsis’

Internationally recognized tattoo masters Aivars and Daira Liepa have returned to Cēsis after years in Norway, saying life in Latvia is simpler.

LSM (rus) · 17 Jul, 08:36

Weekend to Bring Heat and Thunderstorms, Next Week to Be Cooler

In Latvia, the weekend will feature both heat and thunderstorms, but next week the weather will turn cooler, according to forecasts.

LSM · 17 Jul, 08:36

Jelgava Bus Park starts washing buses in-house; deputy mayor criticizes previous contractor

Municipal company "Jelgavas autobusu parks" has begun washing city buses itself this summer. Deputy mayor Mārtiņš Štāls says the previous contractor's profit was essentially a price increase that could have been avoided.

Zemgales Ziņas · 17 Jul, 07:38

Rain Zone to Cross Latvia Over Weekend, Bringing Cooler Weather

After warm and mostly dry days, a rain zone is expected to cross Latvia over the weekend, bringing rain, thunderstorms, and cooler temperatures.

BNN · 17 Jul, 07:37

First archaeological excavations at Vairogmiests carried out by volunteers

This summer, the first archaeological excavations took place in Bauskas Pilskalna Park, on the site of the former Vairogmiests. Volunteers uncovered a 16th-century cemetery and 620 artifacts.

Bauskas Dzīve · 17 Jul, 07:37

Postal service gaps and lack of awareness: residents in Smiltene and Valka regions demand more parcel lockers and information

After the closure of post offices in many rural parishes, residents remain unaware of the 'Postman at Home' alternative service, and parcel lockers are insufficient, especially in Variņi and Vijciems.

Ziemeļlatvija · 17 Jul, 07:37