NATO Modernisation: Eleven NATO countries, including Latvia, announced joint procurement of Saab GlobalEye aircraft to replace part of the aging Boeing E-3 AWACS fleet, boosting air, land and maritime surveillance against drones and missiles. Riga & Latvia Security: Latvia’s State Security Service says four Latvian nationals spied for Russia via the “Baltic Antifascists” Telegram channel, allegedly passing information tied to pro-Ukraine supporters; prosecutors are being urged to open criminal cases. Foreign Bribery Watch: The OECD says Latvia has improved its foreign bribery enforcement and sanctions, but still needs a clearer detection strategy and better company reporting and whistleblower application. Public Media Rights: Latvia’s public media Ombudsman backed LSM’s editorial independence after a complaint about not covering a ministry-linked construction industry forum. Health & Patients’ Rights: The Ombudsman questions whether a patient’s rights were fully respected in a case where a bullet was not removed at first, stressing respectful treatment and continuity of care. Return Migration: University of Latvia researchers propose a model of “remigration” showing the hardest stress can start before people even pack to come home. Weather: A cyclone is bringing heavy, prolonged rain and coastal gusts up to 20 m/s, with thunderstorms possible in eastern areas. Culture & Sports: Riga International Film Festival returns in October; Latvia’s men’s basketball team thrashed Austria 112-66 to advance in 2027 World Cup qualifiers.