Latvia & nearby (256)

Person hit by train in Riga between Imanta and Babīte stations

On Sunday, July 12, a train hit a person on the section between Imanta and Babīte stations in Riga, causing disruptions to train traffic during the day.

LSM (rus) · 12 Jul, 16:36

75-year-old man drowns in quarry near Tallinn

On Sunday, July 12, a 75-year-old man drowned in the Valdeku quarry near Tallinn. Since the beginning of the year, 18 people have drowned in Estonia.

ERR (rus) · 12 Jul, 15:36

Orange warning issued for severe storms in southeast Latvia

Latvia's Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre has issued an orange warning for severe thunderstorms in the southeastern part of the country, valid until 23:00. Residents are urged to seek shelter indoors and cancel outdoor events.

Apollo.lv · 12 Jul, 15:36

Storm in Latgale causes many incidents – fallen trees block roads and power lines

In the afternoon, a thunderstorm hit Latgale, prompting rescuers to respond to 28 calls about trees falling onto roads, with the majority in Rēzekne and its district.

TVNET · 12 Jul, 15:36

Heavy rains and drone news reduce tourist flow on Kurzeme coast

Heavy rains and news about drones are affecting tourism on the Kurzeme coast. German tourists follow geopolitical news, while Lithuanians focus on weather conditions.

LSM (rus) · 12 Jul, 15:36

Severe storms hit Latgale: orange warning issued, firefighters respond to dozens of calls

On Sunday afternoon, an orange level warning was issued for eastern Latvia due to heavy rain, gusty winds, and possible hail. The State Fire and Rescue Service received 28 calls about fallen trees on roads, mostly in Rēzekne municipality and city.

Jauns.lv · 12 Jul, 15:36

Thunderstorm Leaves Over 9,000 Customers Without Power in Eastern Latvia

A thunderstorm caused power outages for more than 9,000 AS "Sadales tīkls" customers in the Rēzekne, Preiļi, and Ludza districts, with fallen trees, branches, and lightning strikes damaging overhead lines.

Apollo.lv · 12 Jul, 14:37

EVEA launches survey of small businesses ahead of Riigikogu elections

The Estonian Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (EVEA) has launched a survey of small businesses ahead of the March 2027 Riigikogu elections to identify key issues and use the results in talks with political parties.

ERR (rus) · 12 Jul, 14:36

Nearly 9,300 Households Lose Power in Eastern Latvia Due to Severe Thunderstorm

On Sunday, a severe thunderstorm caused power outages for about 9,300 customers in the Rēzekne, Preiļi, and Ludza municipalities. Damages were mainly due to fallen trees and branches on overhead power lines, as well as lightning strikes.

Jauns.lv · 12 Jul, 14:36

Thunderstorms Cause Power Grid Failures in Eastern Latvia

Approximately 9,300 customers in eastern Latvian municipalities experienced power outages due to thunderstorms. AS "Sadales tīkls" is working in enhanced mode to repair damages.

TVNET · 12 Jul, 14:36

Thousands left without power in eastern Latvia due to thunderstorms

Around 2:00 PM on Sunday, thunderstorms caused power outages for approximately 9,300 customers in the Rēzekne, Preiļi, and Ludza municipalities. Fallen trees, branches, and lightning strikes damaged overhead power lines.

Delfi · 12 Jul, 14:36

Estonian ex-major convicted of treason may be released on parole

The Harju County Court will consider a request for early parole for Denis Metsavas, a former Estonian Defence Forces major sentenced to 15.5 years for treason and collaboration with Russian military intelligence.

ERR (rus) · 12 Jul, 13:38

Estonian leaders pay tribute to 'steadfast friend' Senator Lindsey Graham after death at 71

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna and other officials mourned the death of US Senator Lindsey Graham, describing him as a steadfast friend of Estonia and a strong supporter of NATO's eastern flank and Ukraine.

ERR News · 12 Jul, 13:38

Yellow Warning Issued for Sunday Afternoon Due to Heavy Rains

On Sunday, July 12, parts of eastern Latvia are expected to experience thunderstorms with heavy downpours in the afternoon, with possible hail. The Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre has issued a yellow warning.

LSM (rus) · 12 Jul, 13:36

Train hits person in Riga; train movement affected

On Sunday, a train hit a person in Riga, disrupting train services.

LSM · 12 Jul, 13:36

Train hits pedestrian in Riga; disruptions between Imanta and Babīte

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a train in Riga on Pureņu Street. The incident caused cancellations and delays on the Riga–Jūrmala rail line.

TVNET · 12 Jul, 12:37

KNAB opposes 3 million euro threshold for criminal liability for cartels in procurement

Latvia's Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) has sent a letter to the Saeima Legal Committee objecting to the 3 million euro threshold for criminal liability for prohibited agreements in procurement, arguing it would severely limit the practical application of the new norm.

Delfi · 12 Jul, 12:37

Opera Singer Dana Bramane: Life Is Not Dull but Lacks Extreme Events

Opera singer Dana Bramane talks about an upcoming Strauss concert, her habits, and life lessons.

OgreNet · 12 Jul, 11:38

Study: Lithuanian parents most generous with pocket money, many in Latvia don't track spending

Most children in the Baltic states receive pocket money, but amounts and practices vary – Lithuania averages €45, Latvia and Estonia around €35 per month, according to a SEB bank survey.

Ziemeļlatvija · 12 Jul, 11:38

Drug use raises alarm as Lithuania ranks among Europe's worst-affected countries

The European Union Drugs Agency's annual report highlights rising synthetic drug supply. Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia show high rates of injecting drug use and the presence of potent synthetic opioids like nitazenes and carfentanil.

LRT English · 12 Jul, 11:37

Estonia among top three EU countries with fastest population decline

Estonia ranks second in the European Union for population decline rate, according to Eurostat data. Latvia leads this indicator.

ERR (rus) · 12 Jul, 11:37

Yellow warning: thunderstorms with heavy rain expected in eastern Latvia

The Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms that will affect eastern regions in the afternoon, with possible hail.

Apollo.lv · 12 Jul, 11:37

97 of 142 Jelgava Prison Employees Retained Jobs After Closure

After the closure of Jelgava Prison, 97 out of 142 former employees continued working in other units of the Latvian Prison Administration, while 24 ended their service.

Jauns.lv · 12 Jul, 11:36

Use of Latgalian Language in Official Communication Discussed in Program 'Kolnasāta'

The director of the State Language Center and Latgalian language activists discussed to what extent written Latgalian in the public sphere is a cultural issue and a matter of state language policy.

LSM · 12 Jul, 11:36

Rescuers free person after minibus and car collision in Olaine municipality

On Saturday, a collision between a minibus and a car occurred in Olaine municipality, requiring firefighters to free one person from the vehicle.

Delfi · 12 Jul, 10:37

Seven couples married on magical date 26.06.2026 in Smiltene Municipality

On June 26, seven marriages were registered in Smiltene municipality's registry office, while Valka municipality had one.

Ziemeļlatvija · 12 Jul, 10:37

Tallinn Airport Tramline to Reopen on August 1 After Successful Test

The Tallinn city council announced that the tramline to the airport will resume on August 1 after a successful test run, with minor deficiencies to be fixed before the reopening.

ERR News · 12 Jul, 10:37

Five severely intoxicated drivers caught in Latvia on Saturday

On Saturday, Latvian State Police caught five drivers with a blood alcohol concentration exceeding 1.5 per mille, launching criminal proceedings against them.

TVNET · 12 Jul, 10:37

Five Drunk Drivers Caught on Saturday; Two Cars to Be Confiscated, Three to Pay Vehicle Value

On Saturday, Latvian police caught five severely intoxicated drivers, all with over 1.5 per mille blood alcohol content, leading to criminal proceedings. Two of them will have their cars confiscated, while three will be required to pay the vehicle's value.

Apollo.lv · 12 Jul, 10:37

Person Lost in Forest Found After Long Search in Smiltenes Municipality

Yesterday, the State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) successfully located a person who had gotten lost in the forest in Ape Parish, Smiltenes Municipality. Using an ATV, drone, and acoustic signals from a fire engine, the individual was found and handed over to medics. Additionally, a fire caused by unattended cooking in Riga was extinguished.

Apollo.lv · 12 Jul, 09:37

Baltic States Deny Russian Claims of Opening Airspace for Ukrainian Drones

Diplomats from Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia jointly protested to Russia’s Foreign Ministry, rejecting allegations that the Baltic states opened their airspace for strikes on Russian territory.

Ukrainska Pravda · 12 Jul, 09:37

Knight Daniel von Bannerow: Lielvārde's First Feudal Lord

Historians note that the Lielvārde region was the first fief granted to German crusaders in the Baltics, with Knight Daniel von Bannerow likely becoming the first vassal. He received the fief from Bishop Albert in 1201 but could not settle until after the death of local King Uldevene in 1213, when he began building a stone castle. He is mentioned until 1224 and died between 1226 and 1228.

OgreNet · 12 Jul, 09:37

Person Found After Long Search in Forest in Smiltene Region

Rescuers in Smiltene region found and carried out a lost person from the forest after six hours of searching, while in Riga they extinguished a fire caused by unattended cooking.

TVNET · 12 Jul, 09:36

Lost person rescued from forest in Smiltene region after lengthy search

The State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) yesterday located and rescued a person who had gotten lost in a forest in Smiltene region, using a quadricycle, a drone, and sound signals from a fire engine.

Delfi · 12 Jul, 09:36