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Final note expected in 2640: chord change in the world's longest musical piece
A chord has recently changed in the world's longest-running musical piece, whose performance is set to continue until September 2640 — a rare event long awaited by listeners.
LSM Diaspora · 53 min ago
Town Festivals and Concerts Continue Across Latvia This Weekend
Several Latvian towns and villages are holding festivals and concerts this weekend, ranging from smaller local celebrations to larger events in Engure and Ludza.
LSM Diaspora · 1 h ago
Teen opens fire at school in Thailand, six people killed
On Friday, a teenager opened fire at a school in Thailand near Bangkok, killing six people and injuring at least 15 others.
LSM Diaspora · 3 h ago
Finland: Violence against teachers on the rise, YLE reports
Finland’s public broadcaster YLE reports that violence against teachers is increasing in the country. A new workplace well-being study by the education union shows that many teachers still face bullying, inappropriate behaviour and violence.
LSM Diaspora · 5 h ago
Daugavpils to more than double rent for municipal housing
The municipality of Daugavpils has decided to raise rent for its housing stock from 30 to 70 cents per square metre per month. Officials call the move unpopular but unavoidable because maintaining aging apartment buildings costs hundreds of thousands of euros every year.
LSM Diaspora · 7 h ago
Graudina/Samoilova start Hamburg Elite 16 with a win
Latvian women's beach volleyball duo Tina Graudina and Anastasija Samoilova won their first group match at the Elite 16 tournament in Hamburg on Thursday. Two Latvian men's pairs are also set to compete later in the day.
LSM Diaspora · 6 Aug, 10:50
Kristofers, raised in Northern Ireland, chooses to study in Latvia
Kristofers Lauze, 20, who has lived in Northern Ireland since he was about one year old, will start computer science studies at Riga Technical University. He is leaving his childhood home in Enniskillen to study in Latvia.
TVNET · 6 Aug, 09:54
Why young doctors are not choosing geriatrics
As Latvia's population ages, the need for geriatricians will grow, but in recent years no young doctor has entered this specialty.
LSM Diaspora · 6 Aug, 09:49
Poll: US voters favor Democrats over Republicans on economy for first time in nearly a decade
A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows that for the first time in nearly ten years, Americans prefer the Democratic Party to handle the economy over the Republican Party.
LSM Diaspora · 6 Aug, 07:50
Cultural media leaders discuss NGO support in Latvia
During the current government's tenure, debates over the role and financing of non-governmental organizations have intensified. While there is consensus on support for groups helping seniors, children, and people with disabilities, disagreements arise over politically sensitive issues.
LSM Diaspora · 6 Aug, 04:55
Stūriška caps U-23 career with silver, now faces elite challenge
Veronika Monika Stūriška won a silver medal at the World Championships in July, competing in her final U-23 race. She will now move up to the elite category, with the main goal of qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
LSM Diaspora · 5 Aug, 11:51
Danube drought exposes WWII German shipwrecks in eastern Serbia
A drought in eastern Serbia has lowered the Danube's water level, revealing German ships sunk at the end of World War II. The wrecks, emerging almost completely after more than 80 years, are attracting history enthusiasts.
LSM Diaspora · 5 Aug, 08:50
Estonia's tourism sector reports good first-half results, but businesses remain cautious
In the first half of the year, more than half of Estonia's visitors were foreigners, and tourism developers hope for a successful summer, yet rising costs and shifting visitor habits are a cause for concern.
LSM Diaspora · 5 Aug, 06:49
Syria Signals Readiness to Sharply Cut Russian Oil Imports, Report Says
Syrian officials have told the United States they are prepared to significantly reduce imports of Russian oil, according to Reuters. The pledge emerged during discussions about removing Syria from Washington's list of state sponsors of terrorism.
LSM Diaspora · 5 Aug, 04:58
Latvian minister's letter to Spain over Ceuta draws PM rebuke over coordination
Interior Minister Janis Dombrava sent Spain a letter about the border crisis in Ceuta, which was received sensitively in Madrid. Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs reminded the minister that future communications with foreign countries must be coordinated with the Foreign Ministry.
LSM Diaspora · 5 Aug, 03:56
Latvian diaspora families gather near Baldone for annual meeting of online language learners
Nearly 180 participants from 24 countries attended the annual gathering of the Latvian Language Agency's online Latvian language students and their families held on 1 August at "Eglītes" near Baldone. The event featured team games, parent discussions and shared performances.
Latviešu valodas aģentūra · 4 Aug, 14:50
PTAC: Basic food prices fell more than expected after VAT reduction
The Consumer Rights Protection Centre reports that after the introduction of the reduced 12% VAT rate, prices for milk, eggs, bread and poultry have fallen even more than initially projected. Most traders are applying the new rules correctly.
LSM Diaspora · 4 Aug, 13:49
Traffic restrictions introduced near dilapidated building on Daugavpils Street in Riga
Starting August 3, vehicle traffic has been closed and pedestrian movement limited near an uninhabited building at 8 Daugavpils Street in Riga, as its structures could collapse.
LSM Diaspora · 4 Aug, 11:51
Latvian Football Federation won't rush to pick favourite in FIFA election
The Latvian Football Federation will wait until the candidate application period ends before deciding whom to support in the FIFA presidential election in 2027. Gaidels does not think the rejection of Infantino's commercial proposal will affect FIFA funding.
LSM Diaspora · 4 Aug, 10:51
Zelensky Urges Fixes to Sanctions Loopholes for Russian Missile Manufacturers
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says most of the 17 main Russian companies producing ballistic missiles can still evade sanctions through foreign jurisdictions, and he calls the matter urgent because Ukraine lacks interceptor missiles.
LSM Diaspora · 4 Aug, 07:50
Annual Summer Seminar for Latvian Language Lecturers Concludes in Līgatne
From 28 to 30 July, the annual summer seminar for university lecturers of Latvian language courses took place in the creative quarter “Zeit” in Līgatne, bringing together specialists from several European countries and Latvia. Participants updated their knowledge on language and culture topics and exchanged teaching experience.
Latviešu valodas aģentūra · 3 Aug, 09:55
3 August in History: The First English Letter Crosses the Atlantic
On 3 August 1527, a letter considered to be the first English-language message sent from America to Europe was written. Explorer Captain John Rut addressed it to King Henry VIII, and it reached Europe aboard a French or Portuguese fishing vessel.
LSM Diaspora · 3 Aug, 09:52
Prime Minister's social media post on NGO funding sparks controversy
Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs shared information on social media about NGO funding that may be misleading, leading to weeks of heated debate.
LSM Diaspora · 3 Aug, 08:49
Over 35 Illegal Fishing Gears Recovered from Public Waters in Rēzekne District This Year
Municipal police in Rēzekne district have been monitoring public water bodies for a year, and this year they have recovered more than 35 illegal fishing gears.
LSM Diaspora · 3 Aug, 07:50
Latvian municipalities learn practical crisis preparedness from Ukraine
At an international forum in Ulbroka, representatives of nearly all Latvian municipalities heard Ukrainian local government leaders share practical recommendations on crisis preparedness, including food reserves for schools and kindergartens, fuel reserves for state institutions and private cars, and clearly defined duties for everyone during a crisis.
LSM Diaspora · 3 Aug, 03:52
Heaney and Vuong in Latvian: Two New Poetry Translations
Two new poetry books translated from English have been published in Latvia: a selection of Irish poet Seamus Heaney’s work and a collection by American poet Ocean Vuong.
LSM Diaspora · 2 Aug, 11:51
Pickled zucchini: a simple way to diversify snacks and use surplus garden produce
Zucchini can be pickled just like cucumbers, creating yellow treats. This simple recipe is great for those with a surplus of courgettes.
LSM Diaspora · 2 Aug, 10:49
Culture and Participation: How Art Helps Students Understand Society
Research and the head of the "Latvijas skolas soma" programme, Aija Tūna, indicate that cultural events foster empathy and understanding of society among students, encouraging them to engage in civic processes.
LSM Diaspora · 2 Aug, 08:52
Francesca Kirke's Garden in Bieriņi: Where Pink Meets a Nature-Friendly Approach
Painter Francesca Kirke and cameraman Andrejs Silenieks have created a garden in Bieriņi that blends aesthetics with care for bees, hedgehogs, birds, and other creatures, leaving a dead tree as habitat and mowing the lawn less often.
LSM Diaspora · 2 Aug, 06:50
Latvia’s U18 basketball team beats Bulgaria, keeps hopes of staying in elite division
Latvia’s U18 men’s basketball team beat Bulgaria 87:81 on Saturday in Italy in the European U18 Championship’s 13th-place semifinal, keeping its chances of staying in the top division alive.
LSM Diaspora · 2 Aug, 03:54