Latvia & nearby
CSDD Inspector Refuses to Administer Bus Driving Test Due to Heat
A man in Saulkrasti was unable to take his bus driving test because the CSDD inspector refused to conduct it, citing excessive heat inside the vehicle. The CSDD has no specific regulations on maximum cabin temperature, leaving inspectors to rely on their own judgment.
TVNET · 12 Jun, 01:05
Lithuanian Government Backs Changes to Adopt EU Migration and Asylum Pact
Lithuania's cabinet approved a package of amendments to transpose the EU Migration and Asylum Pact into national law, introducing stricter procedures for foreigners and new terminology.
LRT English · 12 Jun, 01:05
TalTech Scientists Test Autonomous Underwater Vehicle for Baltic Sea Research
Researchers from Tallinn University of Technology have successfully tested a micro autonomous underwater vehicle in the Baltic Sea, capable of reaching areas inaccessible to conventional instruments.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 01:05
Wind rips off large part of roof from Bebrene Catholic Church
Strong wind tore off about two-thirds of the roof of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Bebrene parish, Augšdaugava municipality.
LSM · 12 Jun, 01:04
Binance Subsidiary Bifinity Withdraws from Lithuania
Binance's Lithuanian subsidiary Bifinity, once one of the country's largest taxpayers, is winding down operations after slashing its workforce to a single employee and failing to obtain a new crypto-asset license.
LRT English · 12 Jun, 01:03
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«Will Grandma Die?» How to Talk to Children in Latgale Where Funeral Announcements Are More Frequent Than Alarm Clocks
A family from Riga shares how their summer plans were disrupted by children's fears of death, amplified by frequent funeral announcements in Latgale. Their second-grade son is particularly anxious, crying at night and worrying about grandparents.
TVNET · 12 Jun, 01:02
Tallinn erects modular bomb shelter in the heart of the city
Tallinn installed a modular shelter at Juhkentali 10 on Thursday, the first of its kind in public urban space in Estonia, donated by Citysec Industry and based on a Ukrainian design for short-term protection.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 01:02
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ISW Expert: Russia First Fights War in Our Minds
At the NATO StratCom conference in Riga, an expert stated that the West still holds a misconception about Russia's inevitable victory, which the Kremlin actively cultivates through cognitive warfare.
TVNET · 12 Jun, 01:01
Tallinn Installs Modular Bomb Shelter in City Center
On Thursday, a modular bomb shelter was installed in the green area at Juhkentali 10 in Tallinn, the first of its kind in public urban space in Estonia. Donated by construction company Citysec Industry, the shelter is based on a reinforced concrete design used in Ukraine.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 01:01
Lithuania receives shipment of Bolide air defence missiles
Lithuania has received Bolide missiles for its RBS-70 air defence systems, a 7 million euro shipment under a larger 320 million euro contract. The missiles are laser-guided and can engage targets up to 9 km away.
LRT English · 12 Jun, 01:00
TalTech Wants to Terminate Ministry Cooperation Agreement Over Difference of Views
Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech) has proposed terminating its contract with the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (MKM) to develop online courses for occupational health and safety specialists, citing significant differences between the parties' views on the scope and methodology of the courses.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 00:59
Saeima Adopts New Immigration Law – Stricter Control and New Requirements
Latvia's parliament, the Saeima, has passed a new Immigration Law in its final reading, introducing stricter migration control, expanded oversight of third-country nationals, and new integration requirements.
LSM (rus) · 12 Jun, 00:59
Latvian Parliament Rejects Ban on Battery Cages for Laying Hens
The Saeima rejected in the first reading amendments to the Animal Protection Law that would have banned battery cages for laying hens with a transition period until 2032.
LSM · 12 Jun, 00:59
Kulbergs wants to appoint State Chancellery head without competition; Delna warns of risks
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs has proposed amendments to allow the appointment of the State Chancellery director without a competition, calling the current order paralyzing. Delna warns of risks.
LSM · 12 Jun, 00:50
Drone alert forces shelter in Vilnius as new reality hits NATO's eastern flank
On May 20, a drone warning in Vilnius sent residents scrambling for shelter, highlighting the spillover of the Ukraine war into NATO territory. The incident, likely a Ukrainian drone diverted by Russian electronic warfare, underscores rising threats and the need for strengthened defense.
Guardian Ukraina · 12 Jun, 00:50
Severe storm warning issued for eastern Lithuania
Lithuania's meteorological service has issued a severe weather warning for the eastern part of the country, with Vilnius, Utena and Panevėžys counties most at risk, warning of heavy thunderstorms, hail and strong winds.
LRT English · 12 Jun, 00:50
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Police officer who investigated 130 cases simultaneously demoted
A senior inspector handling 130 criminal cases at once received disciplinary punishment and was demoted after a conflict with management.
TVNET · 12 Jun, 00:49
EKRE leader's clash with Viljandi deputy mayor may cost her job
EKRE chairman Martin Helme tried to appoint a political ally to a position in Viljandi, but deputy mayor Silvia Takkel opposed him. Helme now plans to replace her.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 00:49
Latvia's Membership in the European Space Agency Threatened by Lack of Funding
Latvia's continued membership in the European Space Agency is at risk as the multi-year budget does not include the required six million euros for the next year. Education and Science Minister Ilze Indriksone has highlighted the funding gap, while scientists and experts emphasize the benefits for students and the national economy.
LSM · 12 Jun, 00:49
Lithuania's Parliament Approves Sending Up to 40 Personnel to Strait of Hormuz
Lithuania's Seimas voted on Thursday to send up to 40 military and civilian personnel to international maritime security operations in the Strait of Hormuz, expanding a previous mandate of only 5 personnel.
LRT English · 12 Jun, 00:48
Tallinn temporarily moves Ukrainian flag at Freedom Square onto scaffolding
Due to upcoming renovation work, Tallinn is moving the Ukrainian support flag from the building at Freedom Square 10 onto scaffolding; it will be reinstalled if the war in Ukraine has not ended by the time renovations are completed.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 00:48
Hundreds of teachers in Vidzeme to retire soon; authorities seek ways to attract new educators
In the coming years, municipalities in Vidzeme may face a shortage of several hundred teachers as a significant portion of educators retire. The shortage is particularly acute in exact sciences and foreign languages.
LSM (rus) · 12 Jun, 00:47
Wolves Kill 24 Sheep in Three Nights in Izvalta; No Compensation Mechanism Exists
In Izvalta Parish, Krāslava Region, wolves attacked a farm's sheep over three nights, killing more than two dozen animals. The State Forest Service is yet to confirm the attacks were by wolves, but there is little doubt. The municipality has requested a special permit to cull the predators, as the hunting season does not start until mid-July.
LSM (rus) · 12 Jun, 00:46
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Will the average salary in Latvia reach 2000 euros this year?
Although salary growth has slowed this year, the average wage exceeded 1900 euros in March, approaching the 2000 euro mark. Specialists are evaluating whether this is achievable within the year.
TVNET · 12 Jun, 00:45
Canadian-Backed Firm CanBalt Plans €500M Defence Park in Central Lithuania
Real estate and infrastructure company CanBalt Ventures is planning a €500 million defence industry and logistics park on a 180-hectare site near Jonava, Lithuania. The project could create 200–500 high-skilled jobs and integrate with the nearby Rukla military base.
LRT English · 12 Jun, 00:45
Estonian platform workers likely to be deemed employees in disputes
A new analysis commissioned by the Foresight Center indicates that Estonian couriers and ride-hailing drivers would likely be classified as employees rather than independent contractors in legal disputes.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 00:45
Asset sell-off begins for bankrupt leading cheesemaker E-Piim Tootmine
The sale of assets of the bankrupt Estonian dairy company E-Piim Tootmine has commenced. Two main lots are being auctioned: the Paide and Põltsamaa cheese factories with a starting price of €80 million and the Järva-Jaani processing plant at €8 million. The public auction starts on August 7, with interest from investors in Estonia, Finland, the Netherlands, Lithuania, and Germany.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 00:43
Lithuania Debates Compensation for Damage from NATO and Military Forces
Lithuania's parliament has started discussing a bill to create a state compensation mechanism for property damage caused by Lithuanian armed forces or NATO allies during lawful military operations.
LRT English · 12 Jun, 00:43
Estonia Sees Spa Boom as Tourism and Spending Habits Shift
Estonia is experiencing a wave of new spa and spa hotel projects, driven by cautious consumers and changing travel patterns. Investments total tens of millions of euros, with industry figures emphasizing this is not a sudden boom but the result of long-term planning.
ERR News · 12 Jun, 00:42
Lithuanian drone unit aimed at offence, not defence – military chief
Lithuania's military chief said the newly formed ANBO drone unit is designed for offensive capabilities, with a vision to reach Minsk and Moscow.
LRT English · 12 Jun, 00:42
VIDEO: Program 'Nu i nedelya' — Zelensky's open letter, attacks on medics, theatrical provocations
LSM's program 'Nu i nedelya' featured journalist Roman Shmelev, historian Martins Mintaurs, and critic Maria Nasardinova discussing various topics including Ukrainian president's open letter, attacks on medics, and theatrical provocations.
LSM (rus) · 12 Jun, 00:41
Wind to calm down and precipitation to stop by Friday night
According to weather forecasters, on Thursday evening, June 11, thunderstorm risk remains in parts of Vidzeme, mainly Northern Vidzeme, and eastern Latgale. By Friday night, wind will calm and precipitation will cease, with only local light rain.
LSM (rus) · 12 Jun, 00:33