Latvia & nearby (259)

About 50 Cows Wandering on Road P8 in Glāžšķūnis

In early July, approximately 50 cows wandered on the P8 road in Glāžšķūnis. With the help of locals, they were returned to the farm.

OgreNet · 11 Jul, 08:36

Saturday to Bring Rain Again, but Warmer Weather

Rain is expected again in Latvia on Saturday, but temperatures will rise, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Center.

LSM (rus) · 11 Jul, 08:36

Dombrava Unilaterally Terminates Cooperation Memorandums with Two NGOs

Latvian Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava announced the termination of memorandums with two NGOs, citing financial irregularities and potential national security threats. Audits have been launched into projects funded with hundreds of thousands of euros.

Apollo.lv · 11 Jul, 07:38

Music House “Ozolu Skola” Put Up for Sale; Owners Planned 300th Anniversary Concert

The property “Ozolu Skola” owned by composer Jānis Lūsēns and musician Evija Mundeciema in Valka municipality is up for sale. The building marks its 300th anniversary this year, with initial plans for a special concert.

Ziemeļlatvija · 11 Jul, 07:37

Israeli citizen seeks Latvian citizenship in Riga court; life story intertwined with Holocaust

The Administrative District Court in Riga heard a case where an Israeli citizen requests recognition of his right to Latvian citizenship, claiming descendant status. The case reveals his survival in concentration camps and escape from death during World War II.

TVNET · 11 Jul, 07:37

In Ogre Region, More Births Than Deaths Recorded in First Week of July

From July 2 to July 8, 9 newborns were registered in Ogre region, while 7 residents passed away.

OgreNet · 11 Jul, 07:37

Unannounced Quality Inspections on Road Construction Sites: One Non-Compliance in Bauska Municipality

The Road Competence Center of Latvijas Valsts ceļi (LVC) carried out unannounced quality inspections at road construction sites in June. A total of 56 samples were taken, revealing 10 non-compliances. In Bauska municipality, two sites were inspected, and one non-compliance was found in sand material that had not yet been installed.

Bauskas Dzīve · 11 Jul, 07:37

Suitu Women Participate in Folklore Festival in Georgia Focusing on Mourning Traditions

At the beginning of the year, an invitation was received, and in May the Suitu women traveled to Tbilisi to take part in the international folklore festival-conference “Nanina 2026,” dedicated to women's mourning and funeral traditions. The festival was organized by the ethnographic ensemble “Nanina” in cooperation with the Georgian State Folklore Center.

Kurzemnieks · 11 Jul, 07:37

New recreation area with solar charging station being built in Aizkraukle

Aizkraukle is developing a modern rest area along the Daugava River with solar panel charging stations and loungers, set to open during the city festival.

Staburags · 11 Jul, 07:36

Tragic accident on Iecava-Jelgava road: 18-year-old woman killed

On Friday afternoon, July 10, a collision of two cars on the Iecava-Jelgava highway near Zālītes school resulted in the death of a young woman and injuries to four others.

Apollo.lv · 11 Jul, 06:37

How Russian propaganda turns emigration stories into a weapon against Latvia

An analysis of over 1,100 Telegram posts reveals how Russian propaganda channels craft 'success stories' about people leaving Latvia to justify the narrative of 'compatriot' oppression.

Jauns.lv · 11 Jul, 06:36

Six Bauska Municipality Businesses Recognized in Latvia's Best Trader 2025 Competition

Four businesses from Bauska municipality won their categories, while two others became laureates in the competition organized by the Latvian Traders Association.

Bauskas Dzīve · 11 Jul, 06:36

Volunteer 'defenders' promise to patrol Riga; police say no permission given

A video circulating on social media shows the 'Latvijas Aizsargu organizācija' claiming they will patrol Riga's streets to maintain order because visitors do not respect European traditions. The video claims coordination with municipal police, but LSM found that no permission was granted.

LSM (rus) · 11 Jul, 05:38

Preparations Underway for Temporary Military Town in Narva

Narva city council has approved a land swap with the state, paving the way for temporary and permanent military installations that will accommodate up to 150 soldiers by 2028.

ERR (rus) · 11 Jul, 05:37

Two Minors Sentenced to 12 Years for Double Murder

A court has sentenced two youths, who were minors at the time, to 12 years in prison for a double murder committed while under the influence of alcohol, using knives and other objects.

Apollo.lv · 11 Jul, 05:37

Dombrava terminates cooperation memoranda with two NGOs, launches audit of allocated funds

Latvian Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava has canceled cooperation memoranda with the associations 'Gribu palīdzēt bēgļiem' (I Want to Help Refugees) and 'Latvijas Sieviešu nevalstisko organizāciju sadarbības tīkls' (Latvian Women's NGO Cooperation Network) after revealing serious violations in project implementation. The ministry is auditing hundreds of thousands of euros in funding and does not rule out law enforcement involvement.

Delfi · 11 Jul, 04:38

Missing 70-Year-Old Victor from Kohtla-Järve Found

Police found 70-year-old Victor, who went missing from his home in Kohtla-Järve on July 9. The man was handed over to medics.

ERR (rus) · 11 Jul, 04:37

Man drowns off Garciems beach as strong currents claim life; eyewitnesses describe deadly conditions

A man approximately 40 years old drowned at Garciems beach due to strong winds and rip currents. Eyewitnesses reported large waves and a powerful undertow, which had already forced many swimmers out of the water before the tragedy.

Jauns.lv · 11 Jul, 03:37

Latvian Court Reviews Israeli Citizen's Citizenship Bid Linked to Holocaust Survival

An Israeli citizen's request for Latvian citizenship is being considered by the Administrative District Court in Riga. His life story involves surviving concentration camps and fleeing anti-Semitism after WWII.

Apollo.lv · 11 Jul, 03:37

Latvian woman loses nearly €100,000 in romance scam spanning seven years

A Latvian resident transferred almost €100,000 to a man she met online in 2018 but never met in person, falling victim to a long-term romance fraud despite multiple bank warnings.

TVNET · 11 Jul, 02:37

Estonian Rescue Department warns of approaching storm

Strong thunderstorms with hail and wind gusts up to 20-25 m/s are expected across Estonia on Saturday afternoon. Residents are urged to prepare.

ERR (rus) · 11 Jul, 01:38

Inga Pretice: After Husband's Sudden Death, Had to Learn to Live Again

Two years after her husband Andris went missing during an evening run, Inga Pretice shares her experience of grief and returning to life.

Delfi · 10 Jul, 23:38

Saturday temperatures to reach 29°C in Estonia

Rain and thunderstorms expected in Estonia on Saturday, with highs up to 29°C.

ERR (rus) · 10 Jul, 22:37

Two Juveniles Sentenced to 12 Years for Murder of Two Men

Two teenagers, who were minors at the time of the crime, have been sentenced to 12 years in prison for killing two men while under the influence of alcohol.

TVNET · 10 Jul, 22:37

40-year-old man drowns at Garciems beach; locals warn of dangerous currents

On Sunday, a 40-year-old man drowned at Garciems beach due to strong winds and unpredictable currents. Local residents describe the hazardous conditions and advise caution against rip currents.

Apollo.lv · 10 Jul, 22:36

Man Who Fell into Daugava from Railway Bridge Identified as Latvian Railway Employee

On Thursday morning, a person fell from the Railway Bridge into the Daugava River in Riga. Rescuers have not yet found him, and the company confirms he is their employee.

Apollo.lv · 10 Jul, 21:37

From 90s Scams to Digital Fraud: Discussion at Lampa Festival

The Lampa conversation festival will host a discussion on fraud techniques from the 1990s to the digital age, featuring a filmmaker, business representatives, and cybersecurity experts.

Delfi · 10 Jul, 21:37

Expert: Without Subsidies, Builders Will Move to Other Sectors, Estonia's Housing Renovation at Risk

About half of Estonia's residents live in homes needing renovation, but EU funds are exhausted and subsidy applications are suspended for at least a year. Experts warn that the funding gap may drive builders away from the sector, leading to higher costs and lower quality.

ERR (rus) · 10 Jul, 21:37

Dombrava terminates Interior Ministry's memoranda of cooperation with two associations

Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava has announced the termination of memoranda of cooperation signed by previous ministers with the associations "I Want to Help Refugees" and "Latvian Women's NGO Cooperation Network," citing potential irregularities in the use of received funding.

TVNET · 10 Jul, 20:37

Dombrava terminates cooperation with two NGOs; cites violations in projects worth hundreds of thousands of euros

Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava has terminated cooperation memoranda with the NGOs "I want to help refugees" and "Latvian Women's NGO Cooperation Network", pointing to gross violations and suspicious activities in projects that received hundreds of thousands of euros in funding.

Jauns.lv · 10 Jul, 20:36

Minister Proposes Stricter Screening for Foreign Students in Latvia

Education Minister Ilze Indriksone suggests Latvian universities tighten admissions for international students, prioritizing applicants from EU, OECD, and NATO countries, and introducing international entrance exams.

LSM · 10 Jul, 20:36

This Year's 'Pea Bingo' Event Attracts Triple the Number of Farms

The second edition of the event, where people can pick peas for free on farms, has seen a significant increase in participation. Organizers have tightened the rules after last year's issues with some visitors not following guidelines.

TVNET · 10 Jul, 19:37

„Pea Bingo” enters second summer with free pea picking; farm participation triples

For the second summer, the „Pea Bingo” initiative offers free pea picking on farms. This year, interest has grown substantially, with nearly three times as many farms joining compared to last year.

Apollo.lv · 10 Jul, 19:37

Final Preparations Underway to Repatriate Latvian Climbers Killed on Denali

The Latvian Foreign Ministry reports that final preparations are being made to bring back the remains of three Latvian climbers who died on Denali in Alaska, while the injured climber Mārtiņš Bilzēns remains hospitalized in Alaska with improved condition.

TVNET · 10 Jul, 18:37