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Exhibition "Suiti Meet in Paintings" brings together artworks on Suiti themes
A unique exhibition titled "Suiti Meet in Paintings" has opened in Latvia, gathering for the first time works by different-era painters depicting the Suiti people and their cultural space.
LSM Kultūra · 27 Sept, 18:42
Body dysmorphia: when the mirror lies and you see something that isn't there
Experts explain body dysmorphic disorder, a condition in which the brain distorts a person's real appearance, and outline how to recognise it and where to seek help.
Latvijas Avīze · 27 Sept, 17:42
Horoscope for September 28: a day to set pride aside and listen
The September 28 horoscope encourages many zodiac signs to soften their stubbornness and adjust to changing circumstances, while others face initiative, attention or a test of patience.
Latvijas Avīze · 27 Sept, 16:43
Memorial museums director: each site must find its own strength
Ināra Polmane, head of the Association of Memorial Museums, explained on Latvian Radio why memory institutions matter to society and the state.
LSM (rus) · 27 Sept, 15:45
"Neputns": How a Latvian Publisher Turned Books Into Design Objects
Since 1997, the Latvian publishing house "Neputns" has built a reputation for producing high-quality printed works that treat books not just as text carriers but as visual and design achievements in their own right.
LSM · 27 Sept, 15:42
«Neputns»: how the book in Latvia also became a design object
Publishing house «Neputns», operating since 1997, has close ties to the art world and produces books of high print quality. Its history reflects how perceptions of the book as a visual and design object changed in Latvia.
LSM Kultūra · 27 Sept, 15:41
A broken mirror or a lost tooth in a dream? Old signs said to warn of major change
Latvian folk beliefs hold that nature and dreams can signal upcoming life changes ahead of time, folklore researchers say. One frequently cited sign is seeing murky water in a dream.
Latvijas Avīze · 27 Sept, 14:46
Terminator icon Linda Hamilton turns 70
American actress Linda Hamilton, best known for playing Sarah Connor in the Terminator film series, celebrated her 70th birthday on September 26; in recent years she has also reached new audiences through a role in Stranger Things.
Jauns.lv · 27 Sept, 13:47
How Latvia is Making Films Accessible to the Blind
In Latvia, audio description is used to translate films' visual content into words, making cinema accessible to blind and visually impaired viewers.
LSM (rus) · 27 Sept, 13:42
Kašers and TV producer Krievkalns no longer hide their friendship
Multi-artist Kašers and producer Pēteris Krievkalns have been appearing together more openly at public events, according to the magazine "Jauns&Privāts". The pair recently attended a Latvian National Theatre premiere wearing coordinated outfits.
Latvijas Avīze · 27 Sept, 11:46
Memorial museums association: each museum must find its own relevance
On Latvian Radio's "Kultūras rondo", heritage sector representatives discussed the role of memorial museums in society and presented a new lecture series on Rainis and Aspazija.
LSM Kultūra · 27 Sept, 11:43
Memorial museums seek new ways to stay relevant to the public
Ināra Polmane, director of the Association of Memorial Museums, says each memorial museum must find its own relevant angle, while the Rainis and Aspazija Museum has launched a new lecture series on Latvia's statehood.
LSM · 27 Sept, 11:42
Weekly horoscope (September 28–October 4): a different week ahead for every zodiac sign
Astrologers predict a varied week for each zodiac sign — ranging from busy, opportunity-filled days to a need for rest and sorting out everyday matters.
Latvijas Avīze · 27 Sept, 10:42
Chekhov Theatre celebrates premiere of Rēzija Kalniņa's "The Three Musketeers"
The Mikhail Chekhov Riga Russian Theatre premiered Rēzija Kalniņa's production of "The Three Musketeers" on September 26, based on the legendary 1960s Liepāja Theatre staging with music by Imants Kalniņš.
Jauns.lv · 27 Sept, 10:41
Pärnu street artist: young people now have more legal ways to learn graffiti
Pärnu graffiti artist Kristjan Tamm, known as Kryptik, says today's youth have far more legitimate opportunities to learn street art than he did more than 20 years ago.
ERR News · 27 Sept, 09:48
LSM highlights ten emerging names in Latvian music
LSM Culture has published an overview of ten musicians and bands who remain relatively unknown to wider audiences but are beginning to gain recognition through radio play and industry acclaim.
LSM Kultūra · 27 Sept, 08:48
Eva Longoria savours butter and French cuisine in new BBC food tour series
BBC Two airs actress Eva Longoria's foodie documentary about France, alongside a celebrity pottery contest, a legal drama spin-off and a survival show on British TV tonight.
The Guardian Culture · 27 Sept, 08:43
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Rīga Russian Theatre premieres Rēzija Kalniņa's staging of "The Three Musketeers"
The Mikhail Chekhov Riga Russian Theatre held the premiere of director Rēzija Kalniņa's production of "The Three Musketeers," based on Alexandre Dumas' novel. Audiences gathered to watch the new staging.
TVNET · 27 Sept, 07:47
Cult 90s series "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" turns 30 in 2026
The American teen sitcom "Sabrina the Teenage Witch," which was also popular in Latvia, will mark 30 years since its premiere in 2026. The anniversary brings a look back at the show's legacy.
Jauns.lv · 27 Sept, 07:42
Burning bay leaves in September: an old ritual said to bring calm and luck
September is regarded as a fitting time for the home ritual of burning bay leaves, believed to clear negative energy and invite calm. The practice draws on Eastern philosophy as well as ancient Greek and Roman tradition.
Latvijas Avīze · 27 Sept, 07:42
Study: Scented cleaning products can flood indoor air with nanoparticles
Purdue University researchers found that fragrance compounds in cleaning products react with indoor ozone to rapidly form billions of nanoparticles capable of reaching deep into the lungs. Experts recommend unscented products and better ventilation to reduce exposure.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 27 Sept, 06:49
Blue plaque unveiled in Oswestry for Mott the Hoople frontman
A blue plaque has been unveiled in Oswestry, England, honouring the life and career of Mott the Hoople's lead singer.
BBC England · 27 Sept, 06:48
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Weekly menu planning: ideas for easier dinners
Planning a weekly menu in advance can ease the everyday struggle of deciding what to cook for dinner. A collection of ideas has been put together to make this planning faster and more convenient.
TVNET · 27 Sept, 06:44
Sensing a Storm Before It Strikes: The Weather-Predicting Instinct
Esoteric teachings describe people with heightened intuition who can sense changes in weather before any visible signs appear — a phenomenon that also has a partial explanation in medicine.
Latvijas Avīze · 27 Sept, 05:50
Historians revisit how 17th-century chroniclers explained Khmelnytsky's uprising through omens
A new historical piece looks at how 17th-century chroniclers explained Bohdan Khmelnytsky's Cossack uprising and the victory at Pyliavtsi through omens and signs. The article also touches on how the battle shaped the later historical standing of both the Cossacks and the Poles.
Ukrainska Pravda · 27 Sept, 05:41
Expert: Healthcare Should Focus More on Disease Prevention
Ahead of elections, political parties are promising to fix Latvia's healthcare system, but experts point out that the country's public health indicators are twice as bad as the European average.
LSM · 27 Sept, 04:47
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Horoscope for September 27: The Moon brings lightness and a wish to communicate
On Sunday, September 27, the Moon moves into Gemini, forming an air-element duet with the Sun in Libra that brings a lighter, more communicative mood.
Apollo.lv · 27 Sept, 04:45
Crunchy Autumn Salad Combines Cabbage and Apples
Cabbage, an affordable and readily available autumn-winter vegetable, pairs well with apples in a seasonal salad that can be made lighter by swapping mayonnaise for Greek yogurt.
LSM (rus) · 27 Sept, 03:50
Liepāja football coach undergoes 12-hour cancer surgery in Riga
A young football coach from Liepāja underwent a complex abdominal tumor operation lasting more than 12 hours at Riga East Clinical University Hospital and is now recovering and able to walk again.
Jauns.lv · 27 Sept, 03:46
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Jennifer Lopez Channels Sophia Loren at Milan Fashion Event
At the "Vogue World: Milano" event during Milan Fashion Week, singer and actress Jennifer Lopez wore a dramatic black Dolce & Gabbana dress blending 1950s Hollywood glamour with the Italian fashion house's signature theatricality.
TVNET · 27 Sept, 03:45
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Online quiz challenges users to identify ten Latvian actors from photos
A new online quiz asks users to name ten well-known Latvian film and theater actors based on their photographs. The quiz is built on the premise that Latvia's film and theater history includes many actors whose faces and names have stayed in viewers' memory.
Apollo.lv · 27 Sept, 03:43
Disability rights advocate Gunta Anča appeals for donations to fund her therapy
Latvian disability rights advocate Gunta Anča has appealed to the public for donations to cover her therapy, since the state does not compensate the necessary treatment. She admits asking for help is difficult, but life has forced her to do so.
LSM · 27 Sept, 02:46
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Prada dedicates Milan Fashion Week collection to the skirt
Fashion house Prada focused its 2027 spring/summer collection at Milan Fashion Week on the skirt, one of the oldest elements of women's wardrobe, presenting 63 different looks.
TVNET · 27 Sept, 02:45
Riga Eastern Hospital doctors save Brazilian football coach in over 12-hour operation
Doctors at Riga East Clinical University Hospital performed a complex operation lasting more than 12 hours on a young Brazilian football coach with an extensive tumor in his abdominal cavity. The patient has already resumed walking and continues to recover.
LSM · 27 Sept, 01:47
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Latvia's Chef of the Year shares his approach to a juicy cutlet — ketchup allowed
Dinārs Zvidriņš, winner of the "Latvian Chef of the Year 2026" title, shared advice on making a juicy cutlet, saying that ketchup can also be an acceptable side.
TVNET · 27 Sept, 01:45
Congo's Ebola Outbreak: Experts Disagree on Whether It's Slowing Down
Four months into an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that ranks among the largest ever recorded, officials and outside experts cannot agree on whether it is finally coming under control.
NPR World · 27 Sept, 01:45