Latvian Radio 1 is introducing a daily five-minute news summary broadcast in simplified language. The program, titled “Ziņas vieglajā valodā” (News in Simple Language), will air every evening at 9:00 PM. This initiative aims to make news more accessible to a broader audience, including those with cognitive disabilities or those learning Latvian as a second language. The simplified format focuses on delivering key news stories in an easily understandable manner. The broadcasts will condense the day’s events into a concise, five-minute segment. Latvian Radio hopes this service will promote greater civic engagement and information access for all residents. The program began airing on June 13th, 2026.