New political party ratings indicate two dominant favorites in the current landscape. Concurrently, questions are being raised about the selection process for the new head of the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB), with calls for a fair and transparent appointment rather than a narrow, personal one.

Delfi: Newest Party Ratings Show Two Clear Favorites

Recent political party ratings indicate two dominant leading parties.

Pietiek: New KNAB Head's Election Should Not Become a Narrow Appointment Process

The story questions the election process for the new head of the KNAB (Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau), suggesting that professionalism, diligence, and independence might be overlooked in favor of personal connections.

In an unexpected move, the Latvian Bank has reportedly developed sustainability guidelines and is now teaching farmers how to manage livestock, a new area of involvement for the institution.

Pietiek: Latvian Bank Begins Teaching Farmers How to Keep Livestock?

The article reports on a meeting with the Council of Agricultural Organizations (LOSP) where the author was surprised to hear about the Latvian Bank's developed sustainability guidelines, suggesting a new area of involvement for the bank.

A young girl, born in 2014, has been reported missing in the Talsi region, prompting a search.

Delfi: Girl Born in 2014 Missing in Talsi

A girl born in 2014 has been reported missing in the Talsi region.

Renowned Holocaust historian Margers Vestermanis, who passed away on July 30, 2026, at the age of 100, is celebrated for completing his life's work – a book about Jewish rescuers in Latvia – just before his centenary. His dedication to preserving Jewish memory and strengthening historical understanding is highlighted.

IR: Humanity Was Not Dead After All – Margers Vestermanis' Life Book on His 100th…

At the age of 80, Holocaust historian Margers Vestermanis began writing a book about Jewish rescuers in Latvia, completing it just in time for his 100th birthday.

The significant failure rate among ninth graders in basic school exams continues to be a concern, with one in 20 students failing to meet the required threshold for graduation.

IR: One in 20 Ninth Graders Fail Basic School Exams. What to Do?

Over 800 young people failed to graduate basic school this year because they could not pass the required 15% threshold for exams, averaging one per class, with reasons potentially stemming from both school and family.

Businessman Jānis Bergs emphasizes the critical need for Latvian companies to expand into global markets, outlining strategies for international engagement, particularly within the American market.

Delfi: Latvian Companies Need Global Markets: Businessman Jānis Bergs' Formula for…

Businessman Jānis Bergs discusses the necessity for Latvian companies to enter global markets and his strategy for the American market.

The 'Summer Sound' festival in Liepaja has successfully attracted attendees, with reports and photos capturing lively scenes of dancing that continued until the morning.

Delfi: Liepaja Dances Till Morning: Find Yourself and Friends at 'Summer Sound'…

Photos capture the 'Summer Sound' festival in Liepaja, showing attendees dancing until morning.