Latvia potato growers struggle with wet harvest losses

Due to this year's unfavorable weather conditions, some potato growers in Latvia may face bankruptcy, according to Aiga Kraukle, Chair of the Board of the Latvian Association of Potato Growers and Processors. She said that recovery from the poor...

State Audit: Latvia's approach to cloud data is fragmented

The introduction of cloud computing services in the Latvian public administration has not been sufficiently targeted so far, the State Audit Office has concluded in its audit published on 2 October. Although the benefits of cloud computing were...

Two young women run over by train in Rīga, Latvia

Two young women were killed when they collided with a train at the Imanta railway station in Rīga on Wednesday while riding electric scooters, Latvian Radio reported on 1 October. The accident happened after 6 p.m. According to the Emergency...

This is not the year of the apple in Latvia

This autumn's apple harvest in Latvia is significantly smaller than in other years, with hail and disease damaging the fruit in many places. The warehouses, which were full last year, are now only partially filled, Latvian Television reported on 1...

‘I stayed in a manor fit for a Baltic baron’: exploring Latvia’s pristine coast and forests

‘Is there anything worth seeing in Latvia?” asked a bemused friend when I explained my destination. “Other than Riga?” Latvia’s capital is certainly worth a visit: a wonderland of perfectly preserved art nouveau architecture with a medieval centre...

Illegal weapon suspected to have killed two children in Rīga

The Internal Security Bureau (IDB) has initiated criminal proceedings against an employee of the Citizenship and Migration Affairs Office (PMLP) for possession of a firearm without a permit, which resulted in the death of two minors, the IDB said...

Latvian business sentiment was on the up in September

According to the latest Central Statistical Bureau (CSB) business tendency survey, the business environment in all economic sectors improved in September 2025 – in manufacturing, construction, retail trade and services. In retail trade and...

Latvia will need to borrow 3.8 billion euros next year – why?

Next year Latvia will need to borrow 3.8 billion euros on international financial markets, and in 2027 the borrowing requirement will rise to 4.3 billion euros, Deputy State Treasury Manager Jānis Rozenbergs told the Saeima’s Budget and Finance...

Riga port cruise passengers exceed 100,000 in record season

Posted on October 1, 2025 Riga, Latvia (Ports Europe) October 1, 2025 – Riga port has surpassed 100,000 cruise passengers in a single season for the first time. The milestone passenger arrived on September 28 aboard TUI Cruises’ vessel Mein Schiff...

Latvian police warn about synthetic drugs after spate of Kurzeme cases

Latvian State Police reported on October 1st about a spate of drugs-related criminal activity that has left a young woman in hospital fighting for her life. "Last week, the State Police received information that an unconscious 21-year-old woman...

Latvian PM supports European Commission's proposal for reparation loans for Ukraine

Photo: Pixabay Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina is pushing for the use of frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. She spoke on Wednesday ahead of an informal European Council meeting in Copenhagen. In light of the incursions of drones and...

Latvian security service wants prosecutions over alleged Russia sanctions breaches

On October 1st the State Security Service (VDD), one of Latvia's three security services, confirmed that it has asked prosecutors ''to initiate criminal prosecution against two Latvian nationals for providing prohibited project management services...

Latvian train carrier 'Vivi' gets new management

The Supervisory Board of the train passenger carrier Vivi has appointed Raitis Nešpors as Chairman of the Board and Zane Āboliņa as Member of the Board, Vivi said on 1 October. Raitis Nešpors will take up his duties on 1 October and Zane Āboliņa...

Latvian funeral planning tool is no dead end

Described in sensitive terms as a 'post-life planning tool' rather than 'things to do when you're dead', the tool called 'Maara' aims to provide a safe and structured framework to arrange your post-mortem affairs during your pre-mortem period, to...

Latvia’s ministry proposes reducing number of centralized exams in secondary schools

The Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) has proposed dropping one advanced-level centralized exam in secondary schools, according to a draft regulation prepared by the ministry. Currently, high school graduates are required to take compulsory...

Rīga's water supply will get more costly

Rīga residents will have to pay more for water - the new water services tariff project submitted by Rīgas ūdens foresees that water charges could increase by 14%. For a household in an apartment building, the cost could rise by approximately €2.60...

Predicting Thomas Tuchel's England squad to face Wales and Latvia

England can wrap up qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they return to action in October. The Three Lions have won five out of five in Group K, with a resounding 5-0 win in Serbia last time out by far the most impressive win of Thomas...

Latvian broker pleads guilty in scheme involving Kansas company, illegal exporting to Russia

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - In the latest development involving a Kansas connection to an international conspiracy, a Latvian national pleaded guilty to illegally shipping U.S. avionics to Russia. Specifically, the U.S. Department of Justice explained...

'SHORT RIGA' test screening line-up revealed

SHORT RIGA Test Screenings, the longest-running section of the Riga International Film Festival (16–26 October) industry programme RIGA IFF FORUM, has announced the line-up for its 11th edition. Twelve short films in the works-in-progress stage...

Latest Trump tariffs will adversely impact Latvian timber businesses

The latest tariffs in a series of economic barriers erected by American President Donald Trump will have a negative impact on Latvia's important timber and timber products sector, reports LSM's Latvian language portal. The new tariffs will affect...