Latvia & nearby
Refusing alcohol test leads to probation and driving ban
A Jelgava resident, Mark Z., has been sentenced to 16 months of probation supervision and a five-year driving ban for refusing an alcohol influence test.
Zemgales Ziņas · 22 Jun, 06:20
Pärnu becomes Estonia's summer capital for 31st time
Pärnu has received the title of summer capital for the 31st time. The ceremony took place at the iconic mushroom-shaped balcony of the beach building, with the flag raised and music by Raimond Valgre.
ERR (rus) · 22 Jun, 05:21
Night rain and possible thunderstorms, but Monday will be sunny and warm
Latvia will experience variable weather: overnight rain and thunderstorms possible in some areas, while Monday promises to be mostly sunny and warm, with temperatures reaching +21 to +26°C.
OgreNet · 22 Jun, 05:21
„Tractor Races” in Rēzekne Region Under Police Scrutiny Due to Safety Violations
The State Police have initiated an administrative process after safety violations were spotted in videos from the „Tractor Races” event. Explanations are expected from the municipality and organizers.
LSM · 22 Jun, 05:21
Nauris Miezis: I am confident I will win more big victories
Latvian 3x3 basketball player Nauris Miezis, after winning the world championship, says he will continue his career and believes in more achievements.
OgreNet · 22 Jun, 04:21
Estonia's Specialized Care Sector in Crisis, Demands Additional Funding
Estonia's specialized care sector is facing a crisis with critical staff shortages, low wages, and about 2,000 people on waiting lists for nursing homes. The union demands minimum wages at 80% of the national average, while the Ministry of Social Affairs plans to request an extra €200 million over four years.
ERR (rus) · 22 Jun, 04:21
Extra Public Transport Trips on Līgo Night in Rīga; Free Rides on June 23-24
From June 22 to 24, Rīga's public transport will run on a weekend schedule, and on June 23-24 travel will be free. Additional night trips are planned for Līgo night, and parking regulations will also change.
Delfi · 22 Jun, 04:20
Setomaa Restores Hill Seitsmemägi, Important for Military Personnel
On the centenary of the founding of the Southern Training Camp of the Estonian Defence Forces, the milestone of the 7th Infantry Regiment – Hill Seitsmemägi – has been restored in Setomaa.
ERR (rus) · 22 Jun, 03:21
Latvia Lags in Implementing EU Directive on Environmental Crime Penalties
Latvia missed the May 21 deadline to transpose the EU directive on minimum penalties for environmental crimes, with the Saeima still preparing amendments in the second reading.
LSM · 22 Jun, 03:21
Fierce pre-election battle on TikTok for Russian-speaking votes
Social media, especially TikTok, sees intense pre-election campaigning as parties vie for Russian-speaking voters, dividing the legacy of the Harmony party.
LSM · 22 Jun, 02:21
Estonian Police Consider Raising Speeding Fine Threshold to 6 km/h
Estonian police are considering raising the speeding fine trigger threshold from the current 3 km/h to 6 km/h to focus on more serious violations.
ERR (rus) · 22 Jun, 02:21
Latvia Considers Removing Signs Pointing to Moscow and Other Russian, Belarusian Cities
Latvia is reviewing the possibility of removing road signs with Russian and Belarusian city names; at least 318 such signs exist nationwide, but a government decision on replacement is still pending.
Delfi · 22 Jun, 02:20
Bear sightings in Latvia: Public divided on coexistence vs. hunting
In recent months, several Latvian residents have encountered bears in gardens and towns. Social media discussions highlight a split between those advocating coexistence and those calling for limited hunting.
Apollo.lv · 22 Jun, 00:21
Tractor races in Rēzekne district prompt police investigation
Police launched an administrative process after TikTok videos showed unsafe conditions during tractor races in Rēzekne district. The municipality had approved the event but says it lacks legal authority to prevent such gatherings.
Delfi · 22 Jun, 00:20
Kauksi residents unable to connect to new sewer system
A dispute has emerged in Ida-Virumaa over a new sewer system in Kauksi, as the environmental permit limits discharge to the capacity needed for a spa center, leaving residents without connection.
ERR (rus) · 21 Jun, 23:21
Health Ministry's Hospital Reform Aims to Address Quality Disparities
The planned hospital network reform by the Ministry of Health targets the long-standing problem of uneven service quality between hospitals. According to the minister, mistakes in obstetrics and traumatology care at regional hospitals often require correction by Riga specialists.
LSM · 21 Jun, 23:21
Latvian Citizen Eldars Mamedov Tied to International Security Scandal
Eldars Mamedov, a Latvian citizen and member of the Pugwash Council, is accused of lobbying for authoritarian regimes, including involvement in the Katargate scandal in the European Parliament.
Delfi · 21 Jun, 23:20
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Construction of two school annexes and renovation of one school begins in Salaspils
The Salaspils municipality has started building two-storey modular annexes for the Salaspils Primary School and Salaspils 1st Secondary School, along with interior renovation of the primary school.
Apollo.lv · 21 Jun, 22:20
Monday: Brief showers possible, +19...+25°C
Monday, June 22, sees partly cloudy skies with isolated brief showers and a possible thunderstorm at night, daytime temperatures up to 25°C.
ERR (rus) · 21 Jun, 22:20
Jurmala Hotel Project Remains Unclear After Constitutional Court Ruling
According to Latvian Television's program 'de facto', uncertainty surrounds the planned hotel in Jurmala on Turaidas Street near the Dzintari Concert Hall following a Constitutional Court ruling.
LSM · 21 Jun, 22:20
Weather Forecast for Holidays: Dry on Ligo, Light Rain Possible on Jāņi
According to forecasters, dry weather is expected on Ligo day, while light rain is possible on Jāņi night and day in some places.
LSM (rus) · 21 Jun, 21:20
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Tractor races in Rēzekne region draw police attention over safety violations
The State Police have initiated an administrative process after videos on social media from a tractor race in the Rēzekne region revealed potential safety breaches.
Apollo.lv · 21 Jun, 20:21
318 Road Signs in Latvia Still Display Russian and Belarusian City Names
A total of 318 road signs in Latvia still show names of cities in Russia and Belarus, including Moscow and Vitebsk. The government has not yet approved an initiative to change them.
LSM · 21 Jun, 20:20
VUGD Publishes Recommendations for Actions in Case of Latvian Airspace Threat
The State Fire and Rescue Service has created a special section on the website 112.lv with general recommendations for residents on how to act in the event of an airspace threat.
Delfi · 21 Jun, 19:22
VIDEO: Program “Case” – Map exists, shelters missing. Is Riga ready for an alarm?
The new episode of “Case” investigates Riga’s shelter situation: the map shows shelters, but reality differs significantly.
LSM (rus) · 21 Jun, 19:20
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Traffic to be closed at Dzirnavu and Skolas intersection in Riga
Vehicle traffic will be fully closed at the intersection of Dzirnavu and Skolas streets in Riga, with pedestrian routes rerouted and two-way traffic introduced on nearby streets.
Apollo.lv · 21 Jun, 17:20
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Monday: Air Temperature to Reach +26°C in Latvia
Night will be partly cloudy with occasional rain and thunderstorms in places, while daytime will be mostly sunny and dry, with temperatures rising to +21...+26°C.
TVNET · 21 Jun, 16:21
Midsummer weather forecast: dry on Līgo, light rain on Jāņi
According to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre, Līgo day will be dry, while the night of Jāņi and Jāņi day may see light rain in some places.
Jauns.lv · 21 Jun, 16:21
Survey: Middle-aged men with children spend the most on Midsummer celebrations
According to data from Turu-uuringute AS, in Estonia the highest expenses for Midsummer celebrations are borne by working middle-aged men in leadership positions who have children. Regional and demographic factors significantly affect the holiday budget.
ERR (rus) · 21 Jun, 16:20
No Significant Rain Expected for Midsummer, Forecasters Say
Dry weather on Līgo day, with possible light rain in places during Jāņi night and day, according to the latest forecast from the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre.
LSM · 21 Jun, 16:20
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Summer Weather to Continue in Latvia on Monday
After a night with scattered rain and thunderstorms, Monday will bring mostly sunny and dry weather across Latvia, with temperatures reaching up to +26°C.
Apollo.lv · 21 Jun, 15:20
Week to Start with Sunny and Warm Weather, Night Brings Rain and Possible Thunderstorms
Sunday night into Monday will see partly cloudy skies with local rain and possible thunderstorms in Latvia, while Monday daytime is expected to be mostly dry and sunny with temperatures reaching up to 26°C.
Jauns.lv · 21 Jun, 15:20
“Easy Money Takes You Far”: Latvians Scammed via Moscow, 100,000 Euros Wasted
A young man under 21, who recruited money mules, earned about 100,000 euros in one summer but squandered it, making it impossible to recover for the victims.
LSM · 21 Jun, 15:20
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Three Bodies Recovered from Water Bodies During Holiday Weekend
Over the weekend, three individuals were found dead in different water bodies across Latvia. The State Fire and Rescue Service urges caution near water.
TVNET · 21 Jun, 13:21
Three People Drown in Latvia Over the Weekend
The State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) recovered three bodies from water bodies over the weekend – two on Sunday and one on Saturday.
LSM (rus) · 21 Jun, 13:20
Lithium-ion batteries cause dozens of fires annually in Estonia
An average of about 40 fires per year in Estonia are caused by lithium-ion batteries. These fires are harder to extinguish than regular ones, as batteries can reignite and require prolonged cooling in water.
ERR (rus) · 21 Jun, 12:21