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TV tonight: popular sheep-herding family and more
Channel 4 airs 'Our Farm Next Door' about a shepherd family, while PBS America offers a documentary on Agatha Christie. Also tonight: 'Gardeners’ World', 'Celebrity Gogglebox', and 'TFI Friday Unplugged'.
The Guardian Culture · 3 Jul, 08:37
‘Silo’ Season 3: A Breath of Fresh Air for the Post-Apocalyptic Drama
Apple TV+’s sci-fi series ‘Silo’ introduces a new timeline set centuries before the bunker, offering a break from the claustrophobic underground world.
The Guardian Culture · 3 Jul, 07:37
Band 'Aparāts' Reunites for Concerts This Summer
The band 'Aparāts', active in the early 2000s, is reuniting for a few concerts this summer. Leader Peter Helms discusses music as a way to teleport through time.
LSM Kultūra · 3 Jul, 07:36
Estonian National Opera Considers Three Expansion Options
The Estonian National Opera has launched a tender for a concept design to expand its building, evaluating three options: an annex to the historic facade, reconstruction of the stage, or a new building on Theatre Square.
ERR (rus) · 3 Jul, 05:37
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Five Effective Ingredients for Oily Skin Care
Cosmetics experts recommend five ingredients that help control oily skin and reduce unwanted shine.
TVNET · 3 Jul, 05:37
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Rolands Če Opens Up About Shift to Country Music in Project "Medību lauki"
Hip-hop artist Rolands Če appeared on the podcast "Tīrradnis" to discuss his unexpected transition to country music in the new project "Medību lauki". He revealed his initial doubts and how DJ Rudd encouraged him to release the first song.
Apollo.lv · 3 Jul, 05:37
New Spray-On Powder Stops Life-Threatening Bleeding in One Second
Researchers at KAIST, including an Army Major, have developed a next-generation spray-on powder that can stop severe bleeding in about one second. The technology, which transforms into a strong hydrogel barrier, could save lives on the battlefield and in civilian emergencies.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 3 Jul, 04:37
Kristīne Luīze Avotiņa’s solo exhibition 'Source of Strength' opens at Ola Foundation
From July 3 to October 3, the Ola Foundation in Riga will host an exhibition of recent paintings by Latvian artist Kristīne Luīze Avotiņa, featuring flowers as the central motif.
Jauns.lv · 3 Jul, 04:36
Scientists Discover a Protein Switch That Burns Fat and Blocks New Fat Cells
Researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science have identified a protein called MTCH2, or ‘Mitch’, which acts as a switch: disabling it in human cells increases fat burning while also preventing the formation of new fat cells. The finding may lead to new approaches for obesity treatment.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 3 Jul, 03:36
Eating Little but Not Losing Weight? Trainer Reveals Three Common Mistakes
Personal trainer and nutrition consultant Monika Kahro says the problem is often not overeating but incorrect tracking of calories and nutrients.
Delfi · 3 Jul, 02:37
‘Love Island USA’ App Surpasses 10 Million Users, Crashed During First Vote
The Love Island USA app, which lets viewers vote on contestants' fates, has topped 10 million unique users. The high engagement even caused the app to crash during the first vote of the current season.
Wired · 3 Jul, 00:38
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Horoscope for Friday: July 3 – Aries energy and Cancer calmness
On Friday, July 3, the Moon moves into Aries, creating an impulsive and action-oriented mood, balanced by the Sun in Cancer and Mars in Taurus.
Apollo.lv · 3 Jul, 00:37
Ebola treatments trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The World Health Organization has announced the start of a clinical trial for potential treatments against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which is causing the current outbreak in the DRC and Uganda. The first patient has been enrolled.
BBC World · 3 Jul, 00:36
Trepanation Ten Thousand Years Ago: A Glimpse into Surgical History
Modern surgery is a young branch of medicine, but understanding of human anatomy began with the first documented autopsies in the 16th century, and skull opening (trepanation) was performed as early as 10,000 years ago.
LSM (rus) · 2 Jul, 23:38
Sitting for more than 30 minutes at a time linked to higher risk of cancer death, study finds
A new study suggests that prolonged sedentary behavior lasting over 30 minutes daily is associated with an increased risk of dying from cancer. Each additional hour of uninterrupted sitting raises the risk by 10%, but breaking up these periods with light activity can mitigate the danger.
The Guardian Science · 2 Jul, 21:38
Russian-Born Playrix Billionaire Becomes International Booker Prize Sponsor
Dmitry Bukhman, co-founder of mobile gaming giant Playrix, has pledged £1.4 million annually for ten years to sponsor the International Booker Prize. The award will be renamed the Bukhman International Booker Prize, and the prize money for the winner and translator will double to £100,000.
The Moscow Times · 2 Jul, 21:37
Collection of Most Popular Latvian Songs and Schlager Published
For summer parties, a songbook of 135 popular Latvian songs has been released, compiled by musician and researcher Juris Vaivods.
LSM (rus) · 2 Jul, 21:36
LSM.lv airs episode of 'Discuss in the Evening'
On July 2, 2026, the LSM.lv platform aired an episode of the program 'Discuss in the Evening'.
LSM (rus) · 2 Jul, 20:36
Sheet Music Book of Popular Latvian Songs and Schlager Published
A new sheet music book 'Latviešu populārākās ziņģes un šlāgeri' has been released, featuring 135 songs for communal singing.
LSM Kultūra · 2 Jul, 19:36
First Solo Exhibition of Belarusian Artist Tamara Zhitkevich Opens in Riga
The first solo exhibition of Tamara Zhitkevich, a member of the Belarusian community in Latvia, has opened at the Itha Kozakevich Association of National Cultural Societies mansion in Riga.
LSM (rus) · 2 Jul, 19:36
New York City buzzes with expectation of Taylor Swift's rumoured July 3 wedding
New York City braces for a busy July 4th weekend as World Cup matches, massive Independence Day celebrations for America's 250th anniversary, and pop star Taylor Swift's rumoured wedding to football player Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden converge.
France 24 · 2 Jul, 18:37
Salman Rushdie releases new novel 'The Eleventh Hour' after attack
The celebrated British novelist, who survived a fatwa and a knife attack, has published his first work of fiction since the assault.
France 24 · 2 Jul, 17:37
UK MPs demand end to broadcast of Russian cartoon Masha and the Bear
A cross-party group of more than 50 British MPs has called on the government to stop the broadcast of the Russian animated series Masha and the Bear, alleging it serves as Russian soft power propaganda that normalizes Soviet imagery.
The Guardian Culture · 2 Jul, 16:37
New Electronic Referral System Malfunctions, Says Patient Rights Expert
Patient rights expert Solvita Olsena states that the new electronic referral system, whose principle of 'one referral, one appointment' is correct, actually works with errors and does not meet patient needs, especially when a patient finds an opportunity to undergo an examination earlier at another facility.
LSM (rus) · 2 Jul, 15:36
‘A female Minion would be the beginning of the end’: Pierre Coffin on creepy memes, decoding Minionese and farting bananas
Director Pierre Coffin reveals that a female Minion would be tokenistic, and discusses the new film 'Minions & Monsters' set in cinema's industrial age. He also explains Minionese as melody-based gibberish and his feelings on Minion memes.
The Guardian Culture · 2 Jul, 14:38
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Yelena Glazova's Solo Exhibition “A Person Surname Universe” Opens in Riga
On Wednesday, July 1, the personal exhibition of internationally recognized Latvian poet, artist, and conceptual music author Yelena Glazova, titled “A Person Surname Universe,” was opened at the Riga Contemporary Art Space.
Apollo.lv · 2 Jul, 14:36
Winners announced in Latgalian literary contest in Rogovka
For over 20 years, a literary contest dedicated to Pēteris Jurciņš has been held in Rogovka, Rēzekne region, aiming to promote the creation of new works in Latgalian, especially for children and youth.
LSM Kultūra · 2 Jul, 14:36
Exhibition dedicated to Latvian worldview 'dievturi' opens in Riga
An exhibition marking the centenary of the dievturi movement has opened in Riga, commemorating the registration of the first organization in July 1926.
LSM (rus) · 2 Jul, 14:36
Study: US-UK pharmaceutical deal could lead to 229,000 excess deaths
Research published in the British Medical Journal warns that a trade deal between the UK and US requiring increased NHS spending on new medicines will result in 229,000 excess deaths by 2036 due to diversion of funds from other healthcare areas.
Al Jazeera · 2 Jul, 13:37
16th Latvian Song and Dance Festival in the USA Begins in Michigan
The 16th Latvian Song and Dance Festival of the USA has started in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on July 2, bringing together hundreds of compatriots for a week-long celebration of Latvian culture.
LSM Kultūra · 2 Jul, 13:36
Laima Rendezvous Jūrmala to Feature Top Latvian Artists
From July 24 to 26, the Laima Rendezvous Jūrmala festival will take place at Dzintari Concert Hall, bringing together international stars and a lineup of renowned Latvian performers including Intars Busulis, Aminata, and the band Citi Zēni.
Jauns.lv · 2 Jul, 12:37
Amateur Theater Festival 'Cherry Orchard 2026' to Take Place in Balvi This Summer
The 8th international classical drama festival will be held in Balvi from July 3 to 5, featuring amateur theater groups from several countries.
LSM Kultūra · 2 Jul, 12:36
“Mini Lampa” Invites Families to Play, Explore, and Talk in Cēsis
The children’s program of the “Lampa” conversation festival will take place on July 10–11 in Cēsis, offering free workshops, games, and discussions for the whole family.
Delfi · 2 Jul, 11:38
Obesity in over-40s no longer linked to worse cholesterol and blood pressure, study finds
A new study reveals that people aged 40 and over with obesity often have cholesterol and blood pressure levels indistinguishable from those with a normal BMI, largely due to medication use.
The Guardian World · 2 Jul, 10:37
July Calendar for Parents and Children: Ideas for Shared Activities
July offers a daily activity calendar including nature exploration, garden produce tasting, experiments, cartoons, fairy tales, and learning to read.
LSM · 2 Jul, 10:36
LSM invites applications for live recordings of the show "Es mīlu tevi, Latvija!"
The public broadcaster invites interested people to apply to attend the recordings of the erudition show "Es mīlu tevi, Latvija!" on July 13 and 14.
LSM Kultūra · 2 Jul, 10:36