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Vets Warn Pet Owners in Latvia About Heatstroke Dangers for Animals
The Latvian Veterinary Association has issued a warning about the upcoming heat, reminding owners never to leave pets in cars and to ensure shade and water at all times.
Jauns.lv · 26 Jun, 23:36
Līva Vita loses 30 kilograms and eliminates health problems
Līva Vita Kaufmane, who gained 30 kilograms several years ago, has shed the weight and with it several health issues. She now exercises regularly, eats balanced meals, and studies medicine.
Delfi · 26 Jun, 22:37
Exhibition of Latvian and Italian Artists Opens in Italy
An exhibition titled "Between Seas. Between Identities. In a United Dialogue" has opened in Nocataro, Italy, featuring 15 Latvian and eight Italian artists exploring themes of identity, nature, and culture.
LSM Kultūra · 26 Jun, 20:37
New Online Radio Station “Radio Liepāja” Launches in Liepāja
A new online radio station launched in early June by local cultural figures and musicians in Liepāja. The station has already attracted listeners from around the world.
LSM Kultūra · 26 Jun, 19:36
Alum alu, Chairmen and Others Stay Awake: Radio Naba's Summer Solstice Music Chart
Latvian radio station Radio Naba has released a music chart featuring artists like Alum alu, Chairmen and others, encouraging listeners to stay awake during the short summer nights, especially during the solstice week when football matches from across the Atlantic are taking place.
LSM (rus) · 26 Jun, 18:36
Hollywood Thrives on ‘Rabid’ Fans. For Publicists, They’re a Nightmare
A clash between two fans of Connor Storrie in Paris highlights the double-edged nature of obsessive fandom, forcing PR professionals to balance reward and boundaries.
Wired · 26 Jun, 17:37
Eurovision may gain new participant from outside Europe
Eurovision could welcome a country next year that has never officially participated, although its representatives have already won – like Celine Dion in 1988.
Jauns.lv · 26 Jun, 17:36
Rose Day at Salaspils Botanical Garden to Honor Latvian Rose Breeders
On July 4, the National Botanical Garden hosts Rose Day, offering visitors a chance to explore one of Latvia's finest rose collections and learn about breeding history.
LSM · 26 Jun, 17:36
Jonathan Baldock's 'Held' at Arnolfini, Bristol: art that invites and threatens
Artist Jonathan Baldock's new exhibition at Bristol's Arnolfini combines tapestries and ceramics to create a menacing yet hypnotic atmosphere, balancing between care and violence.
The Guardian Culture · 26 Jun, 16:37
Āboliņš Withdraws from 'Spēlmaņu Nakts' Nomination in Protest of Šapiro's Removal
Actor Gundars Āboliņš has withdrawn his candidacy for the 'Spēlmaņu Nakts' award, protesting the jury's decision to exclude director Ādolfs Šapiro due to his visit to Moscow.
Jauns.lv · 26 Jun, 16:36
Director Adolf Shapiro and 'Don Quixote' Removed from Spēlmaņu Nakts Nominations
The jury of Latvia's theater award Spēlmaņu Nakts has removed director Adolf Shapiro and his production 'Don Quixote' from the nomination lists following his visit to the Moscow Art Theatre.
LSM Kultūra · 26 Jun, 16:36
Legally Blonde Prequel Series 'Elle' Arrives on Prime Video – A Nostalgic Dive into the 90s
Prime Video has released 'Elle', a prequel to the Legally Blonde franchise, following a teenage Elle Woods in the 1990s. The series aims to inspire viewers with messages of self-belief and joy.
The Guardian Culture · 26 Jun, 15:37
Delfi journalist becomes a hockey goalie in 'D sector' season finale
After six months of sports prediction bets, Delfi journalists Jānis Bendziks and Almants Poikāns used rock-paper-scissors to determine the loser, who then experienced being a hockey goalie under fire.
Delfi · 26 Jun, 15:36
Soodalinn Theatre Director: Artistic Director Meets Required Estonian Language Level
Soodalinn Theatre director Anne-Li Päiv has confirmed that artistic director Dmitry Petrenko speaks Estonian at the required level, and his re-election was unanimous.
ERR (rus) · 26 Jun, 14:36
Alcoholism as a Disease: Experts Urge Seeking Professional Help
In Latvia, alcohol consumption and its consequences remain a significant problem, and experts emphasize that alcoholism is a disease requiring professional treatment.
LSM · 26 Jun, 14:36
Largest Air Show in the Baltics to Take Place at Spilve Airfield This Weekend
This weekend, June 27-28, the largest air show in the Baltics will be held at Spilve Airfield in Riga, gathering participants from 12 countries.
LSM Kultūra · 26 Jun, 14:36
Pakruojis Manor Hosts Eighth Summer Flower Festival
Starting June 27, the Pakruojis Manor in Lithuania will hold its eighth Summer Flower Festival, featuring over 450 flower varieties, Shakespeare-inspired floral sculptures, and outdoor theater performances.
Jauns.lv · 26 Jun, 13:36
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Artūrs Bernāts Reveals Reason for Breakup: Unsanctioned Photo Shoot
Entrepreneur Artūrs Bernāts has disclosed in a TV show that his relationship with actress Lelde Dreimane ended due to her erotic photo shoot conducted without his consent.
Apollo.lv · 26 Jun, 12:37
From heavy metal to Guinness record: musical events this weekend
This weekend in Latvia, concerts will cover a wide musical range from heavy rock to calmer music, including an attempt to set an unusual Guinness World Record.
LSM (rus) · 26 Jun, 12:36
Weekend: From Heavy Music to Guinness Record
This weekend offers a diverse range of concerts, from heavy music to calmer pieces, as well as an attempt to set a Guinness World Record.
LSM Kultūra · 26 Jun, 12:36
Spanish Artist Lido Rico's Personal Exhibition 'Revelation' Opens at Riga Bourse
Spanish artist Lido Rico presents his solo exhibition 'Revelation' at the Art Museum Riga Bourse, featuring over 20 works inspired by the museum's environment and Latvian legends.
LSM Kultūra · 26 Jun, 11:36
“Dissolved Memory”: Review of the Play “Decree No. 2” at Dailes Theatre
A review of Valter Siliņš’s production “Decree No. 2” at Dailes Theatre, where power is depicted as an inextricable tangle of public speeches, backroom deals, personal ambitions, and rhetoric of state interests.
LSM (rus) · 26 Jun, 11:36
Spanish artist Lido Rico interprets Latvian legends in exhibition 'Revelation' at Riga Bourse
The art museum 'Riga Bourse' has opened a personal exhibition 'Revelation' by contemporary Spanish artist Lido Rico, featuring over 20 works inspired by Latvian myths and legends, offering an unconventional perspective.
LSM · 26 Jun, 11:36
'I can out-dance Bowie and Jagger!' – Martha Reeves on Motown, Dancing in the Street and smashing crockery with Dusty Springfield
In an interview with The Guardian, Motown legend Martha Reeves recalls her career, working with Marvin Gaye, her friendship with Dusty Springfield, and her time in Detroit politics.
The Guardian Culture · 26 Jun, 10:38
Review Analyzes the Play 'Order No. 2' at Dailes Theatre
The new play at Dailes Theatre, directed by Valters Sīlis, has been reviewed, drawing comparisons to the TV series 'House of Cards'.
LSM · 26 Jun, 10:37
Power as an Inextricable Knot: Dailes Theatre Premieres 'Order No. 2'
Dailes Theatre's new production 'Order No. 2', directed by Valters Sīlis, offers a fresh take on politics in Latvian theatre, portraying power as a tangled web of public speeches, backroom deals, personal ambitions, and state interest rhetoric.
LSM Kultūra · 26 Jun, 10:36
In London, You Can Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday From the British Side
Though Britain lost the Revolutionary War, London still holds places connected to the early days of the American Revolution.
The New York Times · 26 Jun, 07:37
Addiction ward overflowing after Midsummer holidays – many first-time patients
The addiction treatment department of the National Mental Health Center is overcrowded after the long Midsummer weekend, with 32 patients for 28 beds. Average blood alcohol level is about 5 promille, and doctors warn the main influx is yet to come.
LSM (rus) · 26 Jun, 07:36
New Books on Journalists' Memories: Lack of Editorial Oversight Raises Questions
Two books published in 2025 compile journalists' memoirs about the 1991 barricades and press work in the 1990s, but a reviewer notes they lack a common editorial framework.
Žurnāls Ir · 26 Jun, 06:37
Legendary 'Labvakar' TV show hosts have a unique tradition – meeting every November 18
After nearly 33 years, the trio of hosts from the iconic Latvian TV show 'Labvakar' reunited publicly. They revealed that every year on November 18, Latvia's Independence Day, they gather with their families – a long-standing ritual.
Jauns.lv · 26 Jun, 06:36
Allikmaa Explains Why Petrenko as Artistic Director of Sūdalinnas Theatre is Better than Gareev and Puustusmaa
Sūdalinnas Theatre board chair Margus Allikmaa reveals that Dmitri Petrenko was re-elected for another five years because he has already set the theatre on the right development path, and other candidates did not clearly surpass him.
ERR (rus) · 26 Jun, 05:38
Heatwave in Europe: Professor warns tap water is not enough
According to the UN Environment Programme, heatwaves cause nearly 500,000 deaths annually. Heat warnings have been issued in 26 countries, including Latvia, and gastroenterologist Anatolijs Danilāns stresses that plain spring water is insufficient during hot weather.
Apollo.lv · 26 Jun, 05:37
Cheap and Effective Tricks to Beat the Heat – Tips You Probably Haven't Thought Of
Extreme heat is sweeping across Europe, and Latvia has also entered true summer weather. This article compiles practical advice to protect yourself, your loved ones, and pets from the scorching temperatures.
Jauns.lv · 26 Jun, 05:36
Astrologers Predict Emotional and Transformative June 26
On June 26, the celestial configuration promises an emotionally charged but tense day, with water sign influence and potential conflicts between stability and change.
Apollo.lv · 26 Jun, 04:37
Significant Study Reveals Discrimination of Latvian Language
Vineta Skujiņa's monograph documents the state of the Latvian language and problems in intercultural communication, revealing that unlike Western Europe, the native population faces difficulties.
Žurnāls Ir · 26 Jun, 04:37
Travel Blogger Warns: What Not to Put on Your Luggage Tag
The habit of writing your home address on a luggage tag can help thieves target your house while you're away.
TVNET · 26 Jun, 04:37