Latvia & nearby
Senior care home construction in Saulaine delayed by labour shortage
Construction of two long-term care buildings in Saulaine, Bauska municipality, is behind schedule because builders lack workers. The contractors promise to hand over the site by 10 November.
Bauskas Dzīve · 8 Nov, 10:12
Shopper criticises Rimi's national holiday displays; retailer points to its own publications
A Rimi customer complained on social media that the store's offering for Latvia's November national holidays looked modest. Opinions in the discussion were split, while the company has already published a guide on celebrating in red-white-red at home this year.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Nov, 10:12
Police Ask for Help as 13-Year-Old Nauris Kvēpiņš Goes Missing in Riga
The State Police are searching for 13-year-old Nauris Kvēpiņš, who left his home on Brīvības gatve in Riga on 7 November and has not returned. Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to call 112.
Jauns.lv · 8 Nov, 10:11
Vocal group “Skvirl’boizz” to perform at Gaujiena People’s House
The Latvian vocal group “Skvirl’boizz”, a finalist of the TV show “X Factor Latvia 2025”, will perform at the Gaujiena People’s House on Saturday, 14 November at 5 p.m. Admission is paid.
Ziemeļlatvija · 8 Nov, 10:11
Self-Service Laundromats Are Spreading Across Tallinn
Several self-service laundromats have recently opened in Tallinn, Estonia's capital, even though almost every home has a washing machine. Estonian public broadcaster ERR looked into why people are choosing them.
LRT English · 8 Nov, 10:11
Saeima Factions to Get 27 Staff Posts, Nine of Them for the United List
The Presidium of Latvia's parliament, the Saeima, has approved 27 staff positions for the six factions of the newly elected 15th Saeima. The United List faction gets the most, with nine.
TVNET · 8 Nov, 10:11
85-year-old Riga woman calls for debate on legalising euthanasia in Latvia
An 85-year-old retiree from Riga wrote to Delfi asking for renewed discussion on legalising euthanasia in Latvia. The Ministries of Health and Welfare did not mention any specific plans on the issue.
Delfi · 8 Nov, 10:10
Basketball Player Sophie Cunningham: A Revival of Christian Faith Is Under Way Worldwide
Basketball player Sophie Cunningham told podcast host Theo Von that she sees a revival of Christian faith around the world. She also spoke about her own beliefs and her decision this year to be baptized again.
OgreNet · 8 Nov, 09:13
Free hepatitis C testing offered on 12 November across Latvia, including Bauska
On Thursday, 12 November, all 135 branches of the Centrālā Laboratorija medical lab in Latvia, including Bauska, will offer a free hepatitis C antibody test without a referral. It is part of the «Atklāj. Rīkojies!» campaign.
Bauskas Dzīve · 8 Nov, 09:13
Trail Reopens in Skaņākalns Nature Park After Upgrade Works
A section of trail along the Salaca River in Skaņākalns Nature Park, in Valmiera municipality, has reopened after infrastructure improvements. The work was part of a project funded by the Latvian Environmental Protection Fund.
Jauns.lv · 8 Nov, 09:11
Patriot Week on filmas.lv: free Latvian film programme available worldwide online
Latvia's National Film Centre, together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will run a free online festival on filmas.lv from 11 to 19 November, accessible anywhere with an internet connection. The programme includes six feature films, two documentaries and a selection of animated shorts.
Ziemeļlatvija · 8 Nov, 09:11
Kuldīga Association "Darīsim paši!" Marks 20 Years: Over 200 Projects and More Than €5 Million
The Kuldīga municipality local action group, the association "Darīsim paši!", is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Its administrative manager Ieva Birbele spoke about results achieved with EU funding and about residents' participation.
Kurzemnieks · 8 Nov, 09:11
United List wants to chair five Saeima committees
Finance Minister Māris Kučinskis, who will lead the United List faction in the 15th Saeima, told news agency LETA which five committees the party would like to chair. He said a committee could also go to the opposition if it has a capable leader.
BNN · 8 Nov, 09:10
State Police Chief: Retirement Age for Investigators Is Not Too Early
Armands Ruks, head of the Latvian State Police, rejected a viewer's claim on TV24 that investigators retire on a service pension too early. He said changes to the system are already adopted and will apply to those entering service from 1 January 2027.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Nov, 08:13
Larisa Novika: Many Hobbies, With Painting Among Her Favourites
Larisa Novika, previously known for her painting and exhibitions, does not count her hobbies. She says each newly learned activity gives her energy and inspiration.
Staburags · 8 Nov, 08:13
Cloudy Weather Expected in Latvia on Sunday, Rain Only in Latgale
On Sunday, 8 November, skies over most of Latvia will be cloudy. Light rain is possible only in places in the east of the country, in Latgale.
Apollo.lv · 8 Nov, 08:12
Up to +10°C in Latvia on Sunday, but frost and sleet expected next week
The Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre forecasts that temperatures will reach +10°C on Sunday, before turning cooler from Tuesday. Later in the week, a cyclone is expected to bring wider precipitation, including sleet in places.
BNN · 8 Nov, 08:12
Latvia Has Lagged Behind Renewable Energy Target Path Since 2022, Ministry Says
Latvia's Climate and Energy Ministry believes the country will most likely still reach its 2030 target of 61% renewable energy. If not, buying statistics from other EU states could cost €44.1–136.3 million.
Bauskas Dzīve · 8 Nov, 08:12
Basketball: Ogre Beat Tallinn's Kalev 92-88 at Home
Ogre's basketball team beat Tallinn's Kalev 92-88 on home court on Saturday. The visitors had gone ahead late in the game, but Ogre secured the win in the closing moments.
OgreNet · 8 Nov, 08:11
Embryologist: Freezing Sperm Young Allows Fatherhood at Any Age
An embryologist at the Latvian fertility clinic Klīnika EGV says male fertility depends on lifestyle, health and working conditions, not age alone. She recommends freezing good-quality sperm between the ages of 18 and 45.
Ziemeļlatvija · 8 Nov, 08:11
Salary overdue? Legal options for recovering unpaid wages in Lithuania
Employers in Lithuania who delay wage payments can face financial penalties, and employees have several legal routes to recover what they are owed. The State Labour Inspectorate says late or unpaid pay is a breach of labour law.
LRT English · 8 Nov, 08:11
95 of 100 Members of Latvia's 15th Saeima Hold Higher Education, Most Often in Economics
An analysis by Latvian Television of the declarations of the new 15th Saeima's members shows that 95 of 100 deputies have higher education. Economics, business and management are the most common fields.
LSM · 8 Nov, 07:13
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Dismissed State Security Service employee goes to court over grounds for discharge
Latvia's Administrative District Court has heard a dispute between the State Security Service and a former employee. After being caught driving drunk and losing her special clearance, the woman sought discharge on health grounds.
TVNET · 8 Nov, 07:12
Aivis Ceriņš to continue National Guard and showbiz work after missing out on Saeima seat
TV personality Aivis Ceriņš, who ran for the 15th Saeima on the "United List" ticket but was not elected, will stay in the National Guard, show business and close to politics. The magazine "Kas Jauns" also asked other politicians leaving the Saeima about their plans.
Jauns.lv · 8 Nov, 07:11
Survey: Latvians trust domestic media more, social media less
A study by Latvia's National Electronic Mass Media Council shows that residents trust public and commercial media more this year, while trust in social media information has declined.
Bauskas Dzīve · 8 Nov, 07:11
Social media post sparks debate over Latvian language skills at Stradiņš hospital admissions
A woman named Zane wrote on the social network Threads that some patients at the Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital admissions unit did not understand the word for “surname” in Latvian. Her post set off a stream of comments about proficiency in the state language.
NRA · 8 Nov, 07:11
New student council takes up work at Smiltene Secondary School
Grade 11 student Valters Kvelde has become president of the student council at Smiltene Secondary School in Latvia for the new school year. The Smiltene municipality Youth Council has also been re-elected, now led by Tīna Rieksta.
Ziemeļlatvija · 8 Nov, 07:10
President wishes election winner United List to keep its feet on the ground
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs wished the Saeima election winner, the United List, not to lose touch with reality. He reminded the party that voters hoped for change and wanted to be heard better.
Delfi · 8 Nov, 07:10
Supreme Court Orders Retrial of Gaiļezers Hospital Radiologists' Corruption Case
Latvia's Supreme Court Senate overturned a verdict and sent the radiologists' case, involving money taken from patients for faster scans, back to the Riga Regional Court. The case dates to a 2015 anti-corruption bureau investigation.
LSM · 8 Nov, 06:13
New volunteer women's organisation in Latvia focuses on crisis preparedness
A volunteer organisation called "Women for Defence SKUDRAS" was recently founded in Latvia to help women prepare for crises. It had 377 members at the time of the interview.
Jauns.lv · 8 Nov, 06:11
Luntiči bog in Brunava parish to see ecosystem restoration begin
Restoration of a former peat extraction site covering 40 hectares will start in the second half of November in the Paņemūne forests, Brunava parish, Bauska municipality. The state forestry company Latvijas valsts meži is carrying out the EU co-funded project.
Bauskas Dzīve · 8 Nov, 06:10
Latvian road agency: two of three cars in Ukrainian ads have forged Latvian plates
Latvia's Road Traffic Safety Directorate has confirmed that two of three cars advertised in Ukraine with Latvian plates carry forged ones. The State Police explain that Latvian law covers forgery abroad, but only under certain conditions.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Nov, 06:10
Lawyer Blames Governments' Irresponsible Policy for Energy Crisis
Sworn attorney Jānis Dzanuškāns said on a TV24 programme that political decisions, not residents' habits, caused the energy crisis. He warned it could worsen if policymakers do not change course.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Nov, 05:13
Riga apartment block residents struggle with neighbour's hoarding; only a court can evict her
Residents of a Riga apartment building are suffering from odour and cockroaches coming from the flat of an 80-year-old woman filled with rubbish. Police and medics cannot help, and she can only be evicted by a court ruling.
LSM · 8 Nov, 05:12
Latvia Expects Mild Weather Tomorrow: Up to +10°C and Light Rain in Places
The weather forecast for Latvia for the next day predicts fog and +2..+5°C at night, and up to +10°C by day. Light rain is expected in parts of the east, while Riga will be cloudy.
NRA · 8 Nov, 05:12
Lithuania to build new public alert system worth €5.5 million
Lithuania's Fire and Rescue Department has launched a tender for a multichannel public warning system. The €5.5 million project is EU-funded and the system is due to start operating in 2028.
Ukrainska Pravda · 8 Nov, 05:11