Election summer in Latvia: much uncertainty, but favorites shine

With only a few months left until the Latvian Parliament Saeima elections, along with the traditional unpredictability - how currently undecided citizens will vote - others are also coming into play. First, how will Latvia pass the Russian test in defense …

New builds in Latvia still come without bomb-shelter basements

As the war in Ukraine continues, the question of where people can take shelter in a sudden crisis such as a military attack has become a key one. In Latvia, many newly built apartment buildings often have no basements at all, even if the building has only …

Storm warning on Monday across Latvia

Share Follow:Follow LSM on Google An orange (danger) warning has been issued across a large part of Latvia for violent storms which are expected to hit the country on Monday, July, 20th. The orange alert will be in effect in most of Kurzeme, as well as …

Commission endorses Latvia's €617 million Social Climate Plan

European Commission Press release Brussels, 20 Jul 2026 The European Commission endorsed Latvia's Social Climate Plan — the third national plan approved under the new Social Climate Fund. Using carbon pricing revenues, the Fund ensures a fair and …

Colossally drunk drivers caught over weekend in Latvia

Share Follow:Follow LSM on Google On the night of July 17th on the A2 highway near Līgatne a man was detained at the wheel of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle. Not only did he lack a driving licence, but he was tested and found to have a blood alcohol content of …

Boating season keeps Latvia's rescuers busy

Share Follow:Follow LSM on Google Over the weekend of July 18th-19th firefighters and rescue crews provided assistance to people on the water several times. In Engure parish, Tukums region, a person was rescued from the sea who, while on a wakeboard, had …

Many more consumer complaints in Latvia this year

The rapid increase in submissions for the second year in a row demonstrates both consumers' growing interest and knowledge in protecting their consumer rights, as well as the availability of digital solutions for submitting complaints, the watchdog …

Lithuania's migrant accommodation reaches 60% capacity as migration from Latvia rises

Cloudy skies and heavy rain expected across Latvia this week

An active series of cyclones will dominate Latvia’s weather this week, bringing frequent cloud cover, heavy rainfall and cooler temperatures, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Centre. At the beginning of the week, the centre of …

A bear walked into Latvia (and stayed)

“It's easy to say if you haven't met one yourself,” Ozoliņš said, before starting to recite the list from memory: don't run – not right away at least; if the bear hasn't noticed you, then quietly leave. If it has, make it clear that you…