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UNAids warns funding cuts and repressive laws risk new HIV epidemic
The UN agency fighting AIDS warns that a sharp decline in funding and increasing human rights repression pose a serious threat of a resurgence of the HIV epidemic.
The Guardian Science · 13 Jun, 12:01
Crypto Firm Buys the Answer to the CIA’s Mysterious Kryptos Sculpture
Artist Jim Sanborn has sold the solution to the unsolved fourth panel of his Kryptos sculpture, and the crypto venture capital firm Paradigm now holds the secret.
Wired · 13 Jun, 12:00
David Hockney on his love for France during Covid lockdown: 'I worked every day'
British artist David Hockney, who has died at 88, told AFP in a 2021 interview that the Covid-19 lockdown in France was a welcome opportunity to devote himself to nature, creating 220 iPad drawings and an exhibition titled 'A Year in Normandy' at the Musée de l'Orangerie.
France 24 · 13 Jun, 12:00
JR conjures a mountainous illusion out of the Pont Neuf in Paris
Four decades after Christo wrapped the Pont Neuf in fabric, French street artist JR offers his own optical trick—a mountainous illusion.
The New York Times · 13 Jun, 12:00
David Hockney: 'I worked every day' during COVID lockdown in France
British artist David Hockney, who died at age 88, told AFP in 2021 that he embraced the COVID-19 lockdown in France as a chance to draw nature daily on his iPad, resulting in an exhibition at the Musée de l'Orangerie.
France 24 · 13 Jun, 12:00
JR Conjures a Mountainous Illusion Out of the Pont Neuf in Paris
French street artist JR has created an optical illusion resembling a mountain on the Pont Neuf bridge in Paris, four decades after Christo's similar installation.
The New York Times · 13 Jun, 12:00
Summer Reading Picks from Renowned Authors: Zadie Smith, Mark Haddon, and More
A host of acclaimed writers, including Zadie Smith and Mark Haddon, share their book recommendations for the summer season.
The Guardian Culture · 13 Jun, 11:59
Summer Reading Picks from Renowned Authors
The Guardian has published summer reading recommendations from several well-known writers, highlighting a variety of genres and themes, from novels to memoirs.
The Guardian Culture · 13 Jun, 11:59
UK Royal Opera Chorus marks 2026 World Cup start with London performance
On June 11, London's Covent Garden hosted an open-air concert featuring tenor SeokJong Baek and the Royal Opera Chorus performing Puccini's 'Nessun Dorma' to celebrate the kick-off of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico.
Euronews · 13 Jun, 11:58
UK: Royal Opera Chorus marks 2026 World Cup start with London performance
On 11 June, London celebrated the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a public opera performance at Covent Garden. South Korean tenor SeokJong Baek and the Royal Opera Chorus performed Puccini's 'Nessun dorma'.
Euronews · 13 Jun, 11:58
Canada-based Ukrainian ethnomusicologist Marička: Art and politics inseparable
Ukrainian ethnomusicologist Marička, residing in Canada, has been using her art to support Ukraine since the 2014 Maidan events; her band "Daughters of Donbas" topped the European World Music chart in April 2026.
LSM · 13 Jun, 11:58
Lena Dunham's romcom 'Too Much' prompts viewer to propose after 10 years together
A woman, after watching Lena Dunham's Netflix romcom 'Too Much', proposed to her long-term partner over the phone, changing his long-held opposition to marriage.
The Guardian Culture · 13 Jun, 11:01
Asnate Rancāne represented Latvia at Eurovision 2025 with the song “Bur man laimi”
Ethnic music researcher and leader of the group “Tautumeitas”, Asnate Rancāne, performed at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest with the song “Bur man laimi”, wearing mythically sensual costumes.
LSM · 13 Jun, 10:59
David Hockney loved smoking – it was his lifelong joy
Artist David Hockney, who died at 88, was a lifelong passionate smoker. His last self-portrait featuring a cigarette sparked a dispute with the Paris Metro, which banned the ad for glamorising smoking. Hockney often rebelled against bans, seeing them as intolerance.
The Guardian Culture · 13 Jun, 09:37
Laura Vinogradova Invited to Literary Show 'Literature' for Third Time
Writer Laura Vinogradova has received a third invitation to the literary program 'Literature', having refused twice before out of fear.
LSM · 13 Jun, 08:34
Iveta and Ralfs Rubenis: 35 Years Together, Married After 25
The leader of Latvian band "Tranzīts", Ralfs Rubenis, and his wife Iveta reveal the keys to their successful relationship: communication, understanding, and shared travels. The couple married after 25 years of living together.
Jauns.lv · 13 Jun, 07:32
Sex Workers Reveal the Most Arousing Positions for Men
Sex workers from Australia and Europe share insights on which positions men find most arousing – mostly classic ones, but some unusual fantasies also surface.
Delfi · 13 Jun, 05:28
Scientists Race to Test Treatments as Ebola Outbreak Widens
Trials are beginning on several drugs that have shown promise in preliminary studies against the virus causing the current outbreak.
The New York Times · 13 Jun, 05:28
After Cheating Scandal, David Boreanaz Sold His $2.6M Home and Saved His Marriage
Following his public admission of an extramarital affair, David Boreanaz sold his Hollywood Hills mansion and moved to Hidden Hills. Despite speculation, the move was planned earlier; the couple focused on family and reconciled.
Jauns.lv · 13 Jun, 05:27
Sinclair Dinosaur Gas Station in Florida Gains Historic Status
A former Sinclair service station built in the shape of a giant dinosaur in Spring Hill, Florida, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.
Atlas Obscura · 13 Jun, 04:26
Olivia Rodrigo's Third Album: Fans Decode Lyrics, but the Music Speaks for Itself
Olivia Rodrigo's new album 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love' has sparked widespread speculation about its lyrical references to her ex-boyfriend, but critics emphasize that the album should be judged on its artistic merits.
The Guardian Culture · 13 Jun, 03:24
David Beckham receives star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Football icon David Beckham was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday in Los Angeles, recognizing his sporting achievements and influence on the growth of soccer in the United States.
Euronews · 13 Jun, 02:20
Madara Viļčuka: 'The most beautiful things we do not decide'
Interview with actress Madara Viļčuka about her recent experience at Cannes Film Festival, her high standards for herself, and her ability to live with uncertainty.
Delfi · 13 Jun, 01:19
Blood test can find thousands of genetic conditions in pregnancy, say scientists
A new non-invasive maternal blood test can detect up to 99% of genetic variants in a foetus, potentially reducing the need for invasive procedures like amniocentesis.
The Guardian World · 13 Jun, 01:19
Chef's Tips: Choosing the Right Marinade for Different Meats in Shashlik
Chef Normunds Baranovskis shares recommendations for marinades that enhance the flavor of various meats for shashlik, from beef to poultry.
TVNET · 13 Jun, 00:17
NMPD Director: "Mondays are a big challenge" - ambulance queues form at hospitals
Liene Cipule, director of the Emergency Medical Service (NMPD), says that on Mondays queues of ambulances often form at hospitals, and on June 8 at Pauls Stradins Hospital, brigades waited almost two hours to hand over a patient.
Delfi · 12 Jun, 23:22
NMPD Director: Long queues form at hospitals on Mondays, but the situation is not unique
The director of the Emergency Medical Service, Liene Cipule, states that Mondays are particularly challenging, but ambulance queues at hospital admission departments occur on other days as well.
Delfi · 12 Jun, 23:22
Initiative 'Dziedam Kopā' Attracts 2,500 Singers – A Free Movement Reviving Choral Music
In just a month and a half, the 'Dziedam Kopā' (Sing Together) initiative has gathered 2,500 participants, the equivalent of over 80 choirs. Conductor Artūrs Švarcbahs emphasizes that the movement stems from singers' own desire and strengthens Latvia's choral tradition.
Žurnāls Ir · 12 Jun, 23:21
"Sing Together" initiative draws 2,500 singers from across Latvia
In just one and a half months, the "Sing Together" initiative has attracted 2,500 participants, demonstrating that the tradition of collective singing in Latvia remains vibrant and unifying.
Žurnāls Ir · 12 Jun, 23:21
Autistic children in US receiving unapproved stem cell infusions backed by RFK Jr
Clinics across the US are offering unproven stem cell treatments for autistic children, with support from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., despite a lack of scientific evidence and FDA warnings about risks.
The Guardian Science · 12 Jun, 23:21
Unapproved stem cell infusions for autistic children spreading in US with RFK Jr's backing
Autistic children as young as 18 months are receiving unapproved and unproven stem cell treatments in the US, promoted by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr despite warnings from scientists and FDA about risks and lack of evidence.
The Guardian Science · 12 Jun, 23:20
Failure was her thing: Women's Prize winner Virginia Evans on her long journey to success
Debut novelist Virginia Evans, winner of this year's Women's Prize, shares her story of overcoming thousands of rejections and seven unpublished novels before achieving literary acclaim with 'The Correspondent'.
The Guardian Culture · 12 Jun, 23:19
After Decades of Failure: Virginia Evans' Journey to Literary Triumph
This year's Women's Prize winner, debut novelist Virginia Evans, shares her story of countless rejections and writing in a closet before 'The Correspondent' became a bestseller.
The Guardian Culture · 12 Jun, 23:18
International contemporary dance festival Laiks dejot takes place in four cities
Until June 16, the festival Laiks dejot offers performances and workshops in four Latvian cities and eight venues, including outdoor spaces.
LSM (rus) · 12 Jun, 22:54
'We can't give up on Afghans': Lyse Doucet's book about a Kabul hotel wins Women's prize for nonfiction
BBC chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet has won the Women's prize for nonfiction for her book 'The Finest Hotel in Kabul', which tells Afghanistan's story through the lens of one hotel. She hopes the award will draw attention to the plight of Afghan women.
The Guardian Culture · 12 Jun, 22:07
Paris des Arts special edition in Prague: A journey through Czech culture
The French TV show Paris des Arts dedicates a special episode to Prague, featuring provocative artist David Cerny, actor Antonin Holub, and paying tribute to Art Nouveau master Alphonse Mucha.
France 24 · 12 Jun, 22:06