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LALIGABA website hacked; organizers deny data leak
The website of Latvia's Annual Literature Award LALIGABA was hacked, but organizers claim no data was compromised and the breach did not affect the award process.
Jauns.lv · 6 Jul, 18:38
Hip-hop festival 'Straume' celebrates fifth anniversary in Līgatne
The hip-hop festival 'Straume' celebrated its fifth anniversary on July 3-4 in Līgatne at the creative quarter 'Zeit'.
LSM Kultūra · 6 Jul, 18:36
Ivo Fomins Launches New Tour 'Without Extra Words' with Concert in Skrunda
Musician Ivo Fomins kicked off his new concert tour 'Without Extra Words' with a grand performance at the Skrunda stage, featuring both new and beloved songs.
Jauns.lv · 6 Jul, 17:36
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Riga Contemporary concludes second edition with over 17,000 visitors
The international contemporary art fair Riga Contemporary wrapped up its second edition, attracting over 17,000 visitors—a quarter from abroad—and announced the dates for its third edition in 2027.
TVNET · 6 Jul, 16:38
Riga Orthodox Chamber Choir “Blagovest” Wins International Competition in Budapest
The Riga Orthodox chamber choir “Blagovest” achieved outstanding success at the prestigious international choral competition Laurea Mundi Budapest, held in the Hungarian capital from July 3 to 6, 2026.
LSM (rus) · 6 Jul, 16:36
Apkalna, Vasks, Kalniņš and Bold Experiments – What to Expect from the Rīgas Doms 2026 International Organ Music Festival?
From July 8 to August 9, Riga Dome Cathedral will host the 39th International Organ Music Festival, bringing together outstanding musicians from Latvia and abroad.
LSM (rus) · 6 Jul, 15:36
TVNET publishes a quiz about ant intelligence
TVNET invites readers to test their knowledge with an easy quiz about ants.
TVNET · 6 Jul, 14:37
39th International Organ Music Festival in Riga Dome Cathedral from July 8 to August 9
Riga Dome Cathedral will become an international organ music center from July 8 to August 9, 2026, hosting the 39th International Organ Music Festival with Latvian and foreign artists.
LSM Kultūra · 6 Jul, 14:36
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Stradiņš Hospital Relocates Patients and Limits Admissions After Rain Damage
Due to heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday, a water leak occurred at Stradiņš Hospital, leading to the relocation of 32 patients and temporary restrictions on planned admissions.
TVNET · 6 Jul, 12:37
Ieva Rozentāle Recommends Summer Concerts – Nature or Church Coolness
The chair of the jury for the Latvian Public Media award 'Kilograms of Culture' invites to enjoy music outdoors or in the coolness of ancient walls.
LSM Kultūra · 6 Jul, 12:36
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Hip-Hop Festival “Straume” Announces Next Year's Dates
Latvia's largest hip-hop festival “Straume” will return to Līgatne on July 2-3, 2026, at the “ZEIT” creative quarter.
Apollo.lv · 6 Jul, 11:37
In Person or on Screen? Study Analyzes Cultural Consumption in Latvia
A new study examines how digital technology development affects cultural consumption in Latvia and why in-person experience remains important.
LSM · 6 Jul, 11:36
Study Analyzes Latvian Residents' Cultural Consumption: In-Person vs. Digital
A new study examines how digital technologies affect cultural consumption and why in-person experiences remain relevant.
LSM Kultūra · 6 Jul, 11:36
Sabile Wine Festival to Take Place on July 24–25 with Rich Program
The annual Sabile Wine Festival, attracting thousands of visitors, will be held on July 24–25. The event features concerts, a traditional parade, a fire sculpture, and other activities.
Jauns.lv · 6 Jul, 10:37
Children's Hospital to Resume Operations in Six Renovated Operating Rooms
The Children's Clinical University Hospital (BKUS) will soon resume work in six modernized operating rooms following a major renovation, equipped with advanced technology and improved ventilation systems.
TVNET · 6 Jul, 10:37
Experts warn: Excessive screen time during summer break leads to serious issues for children
During summer break, children increasingly spend time on screens, which can cause social isolation, disrupted circadian rhythms, and emotional regulation difficulties.
LSM · 6 Jul, 10:36
Folklore Researchers Resume Scientific Expeditions After Six-Year Break
After a six-year hiatus, folklore researchers have resumed their tradition of scientific expeditions, with the first one taking place in the Nautrāni cultural space from July 6 to July 10.
LSM Kultūra · 6 Jul, 10:36
Puzzle from a TV show: how to boost the chance of winning?
Today's puzzle challenges readers to find a strategy that increases the probability of both players guessing correctly in a coin-flip game from 25% to something higher.
The Guardian Science · 6 Jul, 09:37
TV Tonight: House of the Dragon Season 3 Highlights and More
The Guardian's TV listings for July 6 feature the third season of House of the Dragon, along with medical dramas and reality shows.
The Guardian Culture · 6 Jul, 08:38
Learning another language may slow brain ageing by up to 13 years
New research suggests that speaking multiple languages can significantly slow brain ageing, with greater benefits for those who know more languages and learn them earlier in life.
The Guardian Science · 6 Jul, 07:37
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Water Leakage at Stradiņš Hospital After Heavy Rains, 32 Patients Evacuated
Heavy rains caused water leakage in Building 32 of Paula Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital, primarily affecting the 14th ward of the Pulmonary Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Center. 32 patients were relocated; no injuries reported.
Apollo.lv · 6 Jul, 07:36
Jenny May Releases Summer Single 'Terapija' and Car-Themed Music Video
Latvian singer Jenny May has released a new summer single 'Terapija' along with a music video featuring tuned cars, drifting, and a party atmosphere.
Jauns.lv · 6 Jul, 07:36
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Ukrainian singer Loboda performs grand concert in Jurmala's Dzintari Hall
On Sunday, Ukrainian pop star Loboda returned to the Dzintari Concert Hall in Jurmala with a grand performance, calling the city her second home.
TVNET · 6 Jul, 07:36
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Horoscope published: Aries has special days
A horoscope for July 2026 has been published on TVNET, describing a dynamic week. For Aries, lucky and less lucky days are indicated.
TVNET · 6 Jul, 06:37
Madonna Reveals Why She Sleeps with a Plush Octopus – a Gift from the Nurse Who Saved Her
Pop icon Madonna explained that the plush octopus named Octavia is a gift from a nurse who cared for her after a life-threatening bacterial infection and sepsis, during which she was in a coma.
Jauns.lv · 6 Jul, 06:36
Susanna Clarke on chronic illness and the limits of language: 'I felt like I was about to fall off the world'
Author Susanna Clarke shares her experience of 11 years with chronic fatigue syndrome and how illness revealed the inadequacy of language to describe physical and emotional suffering.
The Guardian Culture · 6 Jul, 05:38
Volunteers from 'Hospiss LV' Start Bringing Joy to Palliative Patients at Jelgava Hospital
The public benefit organization 'Hospiss LV' has expanded its 'Festive Table' project to Jelgava City Hospital, where volunteers will regularly visit the internal medicine ward to provide emotional support to seriously ill patients, many of whom lack family support.
Apollo.lv · 6 Jul, 05:37
Immersive Theatre 'The Night of the Werewolves Live' Engages Audience in Traitors-Style Game
Silent Uproar's 'The Night of the Werewolves Live' transforms the audience into players of a game similar to BBC's 'The Traitors'.
The Guardian Culture · 6 Jul, 04:38
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Horoscope for July 6: Mars-Uranus conjunction brings sudden revelations
On July 6, a powerful conjunction of Mars and Uranus in Gemini will accelerate thinking and generate genius ideas, while the water element's dominance calls for peace and family support.
Apollo.lv · 6 Jul, 04:37
Latvian peasants changed residence to avoid taxes: a look into tax history
Throughout history, taxes have sparked creative evasion methods, and in Latvia, peasants moved to avoid paying them.
LSM (rus) · 6 Jul, 03:37
Emilija's parents share experience of daughter's severe illness and recovery
Agnese and Arnis Kalekauri have decided to publicly tell about their daughter Emilija's battle with a serious illness to help other families in similar situations.
Apollo.lv · 6 Jul, 03:37
Neurologist: Migraine is Not Just a Headache, but an Inherited Neurological Disease
Neurologist Linda Zvaune explains that migraine is an inherited neurological condition triggered by external factors, and new medications are increasingly being developed to treat it.
LSM (rus) · 6 Jul, 02:37
Scientists May Have Finally Found How Alzheimer's Kills Brain Cells
Researchers at King's College London have identified a previously unknown process called karyoptosis that may explain how toxic protein buildup leads to neuron death in Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia, opening new avenues for treatments.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 6 Jul, 02:36
Review: 'Last Goal Wins' – a challenging and funny debut about football and identity
The play 'Last Goal Wins' explores racism, belonging, and the business of sport through the stories of three footballers, offering both laughs and deep reflections.
The Guardian Culture · 5 Jul, 21:38
Quantum Mechanics: From Mysterious Theory to Foundation of Modern Tech
Quantum mechanics, once a baffling concept, now underpins lasers, quantum computers, and gravitational wave detectors, driving innovations that were unimaginable a generation ago.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 5 Jul, 21:38
Gene-Edited Humans: Public and Scientists Move Toward Acceptance, but Ethical Questions Remain
New studies and public opinion polls suggest gene editing in human embryos may soon become a reality, but safety and ethical implications remain central to the debate.
The Guardian Science · 5 Jul, 20:37