Russian drone debris found in Latvia

Russian drone debris found on a beach in western Latvia. Photo: National Armed Forces of Latvia Russian drone debris was found on a beach in western Latvia on 18 September. Source: National Armed Forces of Latvia on X (Twitter), as reported by...

Russian Gerbera Drone Washes Up on Latvian Coast

In Latvia, the wreckage of a Russian Gerbera drone was found on the coast. Parts of the drone washed up on the beach of Varva parish, Ventspils region. Latvian newspaper Sargs reported the incident. According to the publication, local residents...

UK tourists warned of ‘longer wait’ at EU borders next month as compulsory new rule brought in

Holidaymakers travelling to Europe next month are warned of long queues at the EU border as new rules come into effect. From October 12, the European Union is launching the Entry/Exit System (EES), which will require British travellers to have...

Qatar Chamber discusses strengthening trade cooperation with Latvia

Latvia, which offers attractive opportunities through eight free zones, is seeking investments from Qatar, especially in information and communications technology, food security, tourism, renewable energy, healthcare, and logistics. This was...

Russian Saboteurs Sent Exploding DHL Packages in Europe via Riga

One of the packages sent by Russian intelligence services caught fire in Birmingham. Its route also went through Riga. Source: The Guardian Re:Baltica uncovers the path of the sabotage packages masterminded by Russian special services through...

Švinka: Problems have been allowed to develop in Latvia’s passenger transport system

Problems have been allowed to develop in Latvia’s passenger transport system, Transport Minister Atis Švinka (The Progressives) said in an interview with LTV’s “Rīta panorāma” this morning. The minister explained that the state is in talks with...

Hoi An shines as Asia’s top historic gem: France’s online travel platform

Tourlane described Hoi An as one of the best-preserved ancient towns in Southeast Asia, distinguished by its vibrant streets illuminated by thousands of colourful lanterns. Hoi An shines as Asia’s top historic gem: France’s online travel platform...

Hội An shines as Asia’s top historic gem: France’s online travel platform

HỘI AN — The ancient town of Hội An has been named the most beautiful historic centre in Asia by French online travel platform Tourlane, placing it alongside globally acclaimed destinations such as Krakow in Poland, Avignon in France and Cartagena...

What can be done to reduce truancy in Latvian schools?

"Student absenteeism has seen a slight increase between 2019 and 2023 across countries. The share of fourth-grade students reporting being absent from school at least once a week increased from 11% in 2019 to 13% in 2023. While most countries...

Latvia's tourist numbers were up slightly in July

According to Central Statistical Bureau (CSB) data published on September 16th, in July 2025 arrivals at Latvian tourist accommodation establishments totalled 405.6 thousand, which is 1.2 % more than in July 2024. Resident and non-resident...

EU Weighs Complete Ban on Russian Tourists

(MENAFN) The European Commission is weighing a complete ban on Russian tourists entering the EU as part of its upcoming 19th sanctions package aimed at punishing Moscow for its ongoing aggression in Ukraine. Should this measure pass, it would...

Audit: Funds are being wasted, hospitals in Latvia lack specialists, and there is no quality control

Hospitals receive over 700 million euros annually — about 40% of the healthcare budget — but this money primarily maintains a fragmented hospital network rather than ensuring equal and high-quality care. The hospital tier system is not...

Latvia, Finland pledge closer security, economic cooperation

RIGA, Sept. 16 (Xinhua) -- Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics has thanked his visiting Finnish counterpart Alexander Stubb for Finland's support in strengthening Latvia's eastern border, highlighting close cooperation between the two nations in...

EU mulls full ban on Russian tourists in new sanctions 

The European Commission is considering a full ban on Russian tourists as part of its 19th sanctions package against Moscow, a move that would mark the bloc’s toughest travel restriction since the start of the war in Ukraine. The proposal, which...

Scottish holidaymakers hit with new border checks entering European Union as new rules set to start in October

Scottish holidaymakers are set to be hit with new border checks starting next month when they enter the European Union. The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) issued new travel guidance to travellers ahead of the new rule set...

Exciting, transformative films from the world’s leading festivals – RIGA IFF announces its programme and opens ticket sales

RIGA IFF Director Liene Treimane invites viewers to dive into a whirlwind of transformative cinema, discovering among nearly 100 films the ones that speak to them most. She also points out that many of the RIGA IFF selections will be screened for...

Saeima committee nays Lāčplēsis Day as official holiday

On Tuesday, 16 September, the majority of the Saeima Human Rights and Public Affairs Committee rejected a citizens' initiative to make Lāčplēsis Day an official public holiday. Pēteris Leiškalns, a representative of the Employers' Confederation of...

Spain joins Mediterranean countries in blocking EU restrictions on Russian tourist visas due to ‘economic benefits’

SPAIN has joined Greece, Italy, France and Hungary in vetoing European Union plans to impose sweeping restrictions on tourist visas for Russian nationals The Mediterranean bloc’s resistance comes as Brussels prepares new guidelines expected in...

Elron hopes to speed up Tartu-Riga train link by year's end

Elron still hopes to launch a faster train from Tartu to Riga before year's end, though EU authorization delays have stalled the express service's start. Even before Tartu became a European Capital of Culture in 2024, many residents dreamed of a...

Foreign Office confirms new rule for travel to Spain and 28 other countries

The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued fresh guidance for Scots and other Brits travelling to Europe. In a recent post on X, previously known as Twitter, the FCDO has highlighted that a new rule will come into...