Latvia & nearby (279)

Lithuania's first offshore wind farm not viable without state funding, minister says

Lithuania's Energy Minister Žygimantas Vaičiūnas stated that the country's first commercial offshore wind farm, Curonian Nord, cannot be implemented under current market conditions without state support, urging Ignitis Group to immediately publish its cost-benefit analysis.

LRT English · 1 Jul, 13:37

Raivo Vare: Russia's closure of border railway crossings may have economic reasons

Estonian economic analyst Raivo Vare suggests that Russia's decision to close railway border crossings with Estonia, Latvia and Finland may be driven not only by politics but also by financial troubles at Russian Railways and a desire to redirect cargo to Russian ports.

ERR (rus) · 1 Jul, 13:37

Zūzena: We Are Not Replacing the History of LR and LTV, but Looking for a Way to Continue It

During a meeting with employees, LSM board chairperson Baiba Zūzena emphasized that the historical contribution of Latvian Radio and Latvian Television is not being replaced, but a way to continue it is being sought. Discussions on the rebranding will continue.

Apollo.lv · 1 Jul, 13:36

Court: Businessman's Lawsuit Against Journalist an Attempt to Silence Press

Harju County Court dismissed businessman Parvel Pruunsild's lawsuit against Delfi Meedia and journalist Laine, ruling it was an attempt to silence the press. Pruunsild plans to appeal.

ERR News · 1 Jul, 12:38

How to Keep Dill Fresh for Days: A Simple Method

Dill can stay fresh for days if stored in the fridge in a glass of water covered with a bag.

TVNET · 1 Jul, 12:37

Latvia to Deploy Additional Air Defense Systems; Details Not Disclosed for Security Reasons

The Latvian Ministry of Defense has confirmed the deployment of additional air defense systems, but due to operational security, specific types and technical parameters will not be revealed.

Jauns.lv · 1 Jul, 11:38

Independent MPs Prepare Candidates for Estonian Presidential Election

Several independent members of the Estonian parliament are planning to propose their own candidates for the presidential election, while others oppose the process and advocate for direct public elections.

ERR News · 1 Jul, 11:37

Kent Mārjamaa: Construction cannot be blocked due to refusal to legalize development tax

Lawyer Kent Mārjamaa argues that local governments cannot halt construction projects just because the government decided not to introduce a development tax. He notes that existing laws already allow requesting contributions for social infrastructure if properly justified.

ERR (rus) · 1 Jul, 11:36

Lithuania's PM-designate sold state land at fivefold profit while serving as mayor

Mindaugas Sinkevičius, Lithuania's newly appointed prime minister, sold a state-owned land plot for five times its purchase price less than a year after acquiring it, an investigation reveals.

LRT English · 1 Jul, 10:37

Estonia's consumer prices climb 2% in June on year

Estonia's harmonized index of consumer prices rose by 2% year-on-year in June but fell 0.4% from May, according to preliminary data from Statistics Estonia.

ERR News · 1 Jul, 10:37

Estonian military band's mishaps ahead of President Rinkēvičs' visit: forgotten hat and seasickness fears

During Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs' visit to Estonia, the Estonian military band faced minor setbacks: one musician forgot his ceremonial hat, while another worried about seasickness. The band nonetheless confirmed readiness for the performance.

Delfi · 1 Jul, 10:37

The most notorious cannibalism case in post-war Latvia: events on Šarlotes Street

In 1947, three family members – mother Anna Shakele, daughter Emilia Shakele, and son-in-law Pavel Palchinsky – stood trial in the Supreme Court of the Latvian SSR for a shocking cannibalism crime that is still remembered nearly 80 years later.

LSM (rus) · 1 Jul, 10:36

Man Drives Forklift Drunk in Bilskas Parish; Police Report Multiple Traffic Incidents

In the past 24 hours, Vidzeme region recorded 81 events, including seven traffic accidents with two injured. Notably, a man in Bilskas parish was caught driving a forklift with a blood alcohol concentration of 1.55 per mille.

Ziemeļlatvija · 1 Jul, 09:38

Afternoon Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Expected in Parts of Latvia

A precipitation zone from the southwest will bring brief rain and possible thunderstorms with heavy downpours to Latvia this afternoon. The east will remain hot up to +29°C, while Kurzeme and the coast will be cooler.

OgreNet · 1 Jul, 09:38

Stabilitātei! Submits Candidate List and Program for 15th Saeima Elections

The party Stabilitātei! has submitted its list of 60 candidates and political program to the Central Election Commission for the upcoming 15th Saeima elections, featuring an equal gender balance.

Delfi · 1 Jul, 09:38

Ruhnu Residents Sought to Join Sweden After Estonia Regained Independence

New research by historian Mart Kuldkepp reveals that the Swedish-speaking community of Ruhnu island actively leveraged competing Estonian, Latvian, and Swedish interests to secure special rights from the newly independent Estonian state.

ERR News · 1 Jul, 09:36

Rail Baltica completion by 2030 impossible, says Latvian PM Kulbergs

Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs stated that completing the Rail Baltica project in all three Baltic states by 2030 is mathematically impossible, criticizing Estonian politicians for unrealistic timelines.

BNN · 1 Jul, 09:36

In Vidzeme, 43 Fined for Speeding Last Day; Several Traffic Accidents Recorded

State Police in Vidzeme region recorded 81 incidents last day, issued 73 administrative decisions, including 43 for speeding. Seven traffic accidents were reported, including a collision with a train and hitting a pedestrian.

Valmieras Ziņas · 1 Jul, 09:36

Defence Minister Melnis will not run in Saeima elections

Latvian Defence Minister Raivis Melnis has announced that he will not stand as a candidate in the upcoming 15th Saeima elections.

LSM (rus) · 1 Jul, 09:36

Defense Minister Admits Mistakes in Informing Public About Air Show Training Flights

Latvian Defense Minister Raivis Meļnis acknowledged that the Ministry of Defense and the National Armed Forces made errors in informing the public about low-level training flights for an air show, promising to pay more attention to private events in the future.

LSM · 1 Jul, 09:36

Gulbene Municipality Seeks Deputy Executive Director

Gulbene Municipality has announced a competition for the position of Deputy Executive Director with a salary ranging from 2,895 to 3,095 EUR per month. Applications must be submitted by July 20, 2026.

Ziemeļlatvija · 1 Jul, 08:37

Smart Home Without Renovation: JUNG HOME Puck Modules Enable Gradual Modernization

JUNG HOME system with Puck mini control modules allows upgrading a home step by step using existing wiring, without major construction work or high upfront costs.

Bauskas Dzīve · 1 Jul, 08:37

From July 1, threshold for speeding violations by mobile cameras changed

In Estonia, starting July 1, mobile speed cameras will only record violations if the speed exceeds the limit by at least 6 km/h, instead of the previous 3 km/h.

ERR (rus) · 1 Jul, 08:37

Sovvaļnīks Releases Lyric Video for “Digitals katuoļs”, Announces Album “Cārtumi”

Latgalian musician Sovvaļnīks has released a lyric video for the song “Digitals katuoļs”, announcing that his new album “Cārtumi” is available from July 1. The song's lyrics are by poet Marija Dzeisla, and the video's TV metaphor explores the perception of cultural heritage.

LaKuga · 1 Jul, 08:37

Tartu Plans to Ban Sale of Bottled Alcohol After 10 p.m.

Tartu city is developing a nightlife strategy through 2035 that includes restricting bottled alcohol sales after 10 p.m. and increasing police presence at night.

ERR News · 1 Jul, 08:37

Kučinskis: 'airBaltic' likely to shrink, but not bankrupt

Finance Minister Māris Kučinskis says Latvia's national airline 'airBaltic' will probably have to scale down its operations, though bankruptcy is not in the country's interest. A new business plan is expected, which may include reducing the fleet size.

Delfi · 1 Jul, 08:36

Lidl store construction plans in Aizkraukle still unclear

Social media has been buzzing with news about a planned Lidl store in Aizkraukle at Skolas Street 1. The municipality confirms the intention, but exact timelines and project details remain unknown.

Staburags · 1 Jul, 08:36

Lithuanian Guards Again to Help Secure Latvia–Belarus Border; Estonia Also Assists

Nine Lithuanian border guards will begin a two-week mission on July 1 to help defend the Latvia–Belarus border amid rising illegal migration. An Estonian unit had already been deployed earlier in June.

Delfi · 1 Jul, 07:37

Google Shopping Ads Coming to Latvia – E-commerce Businesses Should Prepare

Latvia is included in the second phase of Google Shopping Ads expansion, planned before the 2026 holiday shopping season. The exact launch date is not yet confirmed, so businesses are advised to start technical preparations early.

Bauskas Dzīve · 1 Jul, 07:37

Tartu Seeks to Revitalize Nightlife with New Strategy

The city of Tartu has introduced a preliminary strategy for evening and nightlife development until 2035, aiming to make nightlife more attractive and safer. The plan includes restricting off-premise alcohol sales after 10 PM and increasing police and security presence.

ERR (rus) · 1 Jul, 07:37

July 1 in Latvia: Cloudy with Rain and Thunderstorms

On Monday, July 1, Latvia will experience variable weather – morning sun in the east, followed by rain and possible thunderstorms in the afternoon. Temperatures range from +19°C in Kurzeme and the coast to +29°C in the east.

Bauskas Dzīve · 1 Jul, 06:37

Russia to Temporarily Close Railway Border Crossings with Estonia, Latvia and Finland from July 1

The Russian government has decided to temporarily suspend the movement of people, vehicles, goods and cargo through several railway border checkpoints with Estonia, Latvia and Finland starting July 1, 2026, according to an official government decree.

ERR (rus) · 1 Jul, 04:38

Lemon Painting Masterclass by Artist Ādams Tills at Liepāja Interior Museum

On July 12, the Liepāja Interior Museum will host a painting masterclass led by artist Ādams Tills, where participants will learn classical oil painting techniques by painting lemons.

irLiepāja · 1 Jul, 04:37

Heatwave in Europe: deaths, damage, and misinformation

A severe heatwave in Europe has caused hundreds of deaths and infrastructure damage, but social media also spreads exaggerations and false claims, fueled by a Latvian party.

Delfi · 1 Jul, 03:37