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Riga Cathedral Choir School's gospel choir wins Grand Prix at Baltic Sea choir competition

The gospel choir of the Riga Cathedral Choir School has won the Grand Prix at the ninth Baltic Sea Choir Competition, securing a place in the European finals of top choirs in Italy.

LSM Kultūra · 20 Sept, 20:49

Professor: the longer we stay inactive, the less we want to move later

An associate professor at Riga Stradiņš University explains why physical activity should be started even when there's no desire to do it, since forcing yourself pays off over time.

LSM (rus) · 20 Sept, 20:46

Spanish drama La Bola Negra wins Toronto film festival's people's choice award

Spanish queer drama La Bola Negra has won the Toronto film festival's people's choice award, becoming the first foreign-language winner since 2011. Netflix will release the film later this year.

The Guardian World · 20 Sept, 19:47

Study: people with severe mental illness die 15-20 years earlier from physical disease

New analysis of NHS data shows adults with severe mental illness are nearly five times more likely to die from physical diseases before age 75 than the general population, largely due to preventable and poorly treated conditions.

The Guardian Science · 20 Sept, 18:51

Melbourne's Way Dynamic set for international breakthrough with 'Massive Shoe' reissue

Australian folk-pop musician Dylan Young, known as Way Dynamic, will see his 2025 album 'Massive Shoe' reissued internationally by label Jagjaguwar on 2 October, having already won praise from artists including Elton John and Elijah Wood.

The Guardian Culture · 20 Sept, 18:50

Nearly €100,000 raised for treatment of young girl Olivia from Jelgava

Almost one hundred thousand euros has already been donated to support the medical treatment of a young girl named Olivia from Jelgava. Her family says it has been deeply moved by people's generosity.

LSM · 20 Sept, 18:49

Doctors explain what triggers coughing and where cough receptors are found

Doctors on Latvian Radio explained that coughing results from irritation of special cough receptors located not only in the airways but also in the stomach and ears, with triggers ranging from mechanical irritants to viruses and chemicals.

LSM (rus) · 20 Sept, 17:47

Horoscope for September 21: caution advised on decisions and big purchases

The daily horoscope for September 21 advises several zodiac signs to avoid rushed decisions, steer clear of conflicts and think twice before making large purchases.

Latvijas Avīze · 20 Sept, 16:45

Culture Capital Status Visible From the Airport: A Report From Oulu, Europe's 2026 Cultural Capital

The Finnish city of Oulu has become a European Capital of Culture for 2026, a status that is visible to visitors from the very first moments after arrival.

LSM Kultūra · 20 Sept, 16:44

Oulu becomes European Capital of Culture 2026

The Finnish city of Oulu has become the 2026 European Capital of Culture, a status visible to visitors from the moment they arrive at its airport. The designation highlights how one of the world's northernmost major cities has stepped into the cultural spotlight.

LSM · 20 Sept, 16:44

Archaeologist: even a tiny pottery shard can reveal much about our ancestors

University of Latvia archaeologist Vanda Haferberga explains that ancient pottery shards act like a mirror showing our ancestors — how they lived, what they ate, and even how far they traveled for clay.

LSM (rus) · 20 Sept, 15:44

New Agatha Christie novel: author sends Miss Marple to the Alps

Fifty years after the last authorised Miss Marple novel was published, a writer has been commissioned by Agatha Christie's family to write the first new full-length Miss Marple novel. She explains her inspirations and her decision to send the detective to a luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps.

The Guardian Culture · 20 Sept, 14:50

Travel

Autumn travel ideas: lesser-known scenic trails and unusual leisure spots in Latvia

Tourism experts on Latvian Radio recommended lesser-known nature trails for golden autumn and unusual leisure ideas in Latvia, highlighting the Mežtaki trail section from Ape to the Estonian border.

LSM (rus) · 20 Sept, 14:49

Health Ministry: Hospital reform will keep higher-level care in several regions, not just Riga

Latvia's Health Ministry has clarified that the ongoing hospital network reform will not funnel regional patients toward Riga, as higher-level medical services will remain available at several regional hospitals. The information was published in a new section on the ministry's website.

Apollo.lv · 20 Sept, 14:47

Cēsis's Konrāds Quarter shortlisted for Latvian Architecture Award

The Konrāds Quarter in Cēsis, which combines the restoration of historic buildings with contemporary architecture, has been named among 16 finalists for the Latvian Architecture Award. Construction work uncovered a 13th-century medieval defensive wall.

LSM Kultūra · 20 Sept, 14:45

Ed Sheeran Calls Gaza War "Catastrophic" After Dropping Macklemore Over Pro-Palestinian Remarks

British singer Ed Sheeran described the war in Gaza as "catastrophic" during a Philadelphia concert, addressing the fallout after he ended his collaboration with rapper Macklemore over the latter's pro-Palestinian comments.

France 24 · 20 Sept, 13:49

Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation 'unjustifiable' in first show since tour crisis

Ed Sheeran opened his US tour concert in Philadelphia by calling the situation in Gaza 'catastrophic and unjustifiable', in his first show since the tour was hit by turmoil over the removal of opening act Macklemore. A small group of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside the venue.

The Guardian Culture · 20 Sept, 11:48

Woman, 75, has survived four different cancers across four decades

A 75-year-old woman from Greenwich, south-east London, has been diagnosed with four separate cancers over 40 years, with her latest lung cancer now controlled by a daily pill through a clinical trial. She says she feels lucky to still be alive and watch her grandchildren grow up.

BBC England · 20 Sept, 10:49

National Theatre Honours Composer Uldis Stabulnieks with Concert Production "Divine Coincidences"

Latvia's National Theatre has created a concert production titled "Divine Coincidences," dedicated to composer Uldis Stabulnieks, who would have turned 80 last year.

LSM Kultūra · 20 Sept, 10:48

National Theatre Stages Concert Production Honoring Lesser-Known Works by Composer Uldis Stabulnieks

Latvia's National Theatre is presenting the concert production 'Dievišķās nejaušības,' dedicated to lesser-known works by composer Uldis Stabulnieks. The production marks the fact that the composer would have turned 80 last year.

LSM · 20 Sept, 10:47

Travel

Ten of Europe's most eccentric mountain huts, from a battleship turret to a Cold War bunker

The Guardian has rounded up ten remarkable mountain huts across Europe, from a Spanish shelter built from a scrapped US battleship's gun turret to a Norwegian hut reached through a former Nato communications tunnel. Each combines remote access with an unusual backstory.

Guardian Travel · 20 Sept, 09:51

Brain health in focus: a blood test for abuse survivors and the benefits of language learning for the aging brain

Researchers are developing a blood test that could provide objective proof of brain injury in survivors of intimate partner violence, while separate research suggests learning a new language may help preserve cognitive function in older age.

2 avoti · 20 Sept, 09:00

TV tonight: a Split spin-off and a new Michelle Keegan crime drama

British TV tonight sees the premiere of The Split Up, a spin-off of Abi Morgan's divorce drama, alongside a new Michelle Keegan crime series and a wildlife documentary from Simon Reeve.

The Guardian Culture · 20 Sept, 08:47

Ancient pottery shards as a mirror into our ancestors' lives, says archaeologist Vanda Haferberga

University of Latvia researcher Vanda Haferberga explains how even a tiny fragment of ancient pottery can reveal a great deal about how our ancestors lived.

LSM · 20 Sept, 08:46

Ukrainian artist Manzhos on Poltava's Shakespeare statue: from laughter to pain over falling visual standards

Ukrainian street artist Volodymyr Manzhos discusses the controversial Shakespeare monument unveiled in Poltava and explains why low-quality visual projects have become more common in Ukraine's public spaces during the war.

Ukrainska Pravda · 20 Sept, 08:46

Artist Volodymyr Manzhos on Poltava's Shakespeare Statue and Ukraine's Public Art Crisis

Ukrainian artist Volodymyr Manzhos (WaOne) discusses why monuments like Poltava's controversial Shakespeare statue spark debate, and reflects on the state of visual art in public spaces during wartime Ukraine.

Pravda — ziņas · 20 Sept, 08:44

Hidden gut cell defect may explain why IBD flares keep returning

Australian researchers have found that intestinal cells in people with inflammatory bowel disease can carry a hidden, 'smoldering' molecular defect even during apparent remission, raising the risk of relapse. The discovery could pave the way for better prediction and more personalized treatment.

ScienceDaily Veselība · 20 Sept, 07:50

Ed Sheeran fans and pro-Palestinian activists gather outside Philadelphia concert

Ed Sheeran performed in Philadelphia on Saturday without an opening act after organizers dropped rapper Macklemore over his pro-Palestinian comments, drawing protesters outside the venue.

BBC World · 20 Sept, 07:50

Three-Year-Old Olīvija Needs €240,000 to Start Treatment for Rare Disease

Charity organization Ziedot.lv reports that three-year-old Olīvija has been diagnosed with a rare and severe illness — neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis type 2 (CLN2) — and her family needs at least €240,000 to begin the necessary therapy.

Apollo.lv · 20 Sept, 06:52

Divorce dispute over child's residence: does higher income win in court?

A woman who fears losing her eight-year-old daughter to her wealthier ex-husband after divorce sought legal advice. A lawyer explains that courts weigh the child's interests, not a parent's wallet.

Latvijas Avīze · 20 Sept, 06:46

Psychologist shares phrase that can help stop a child's tantrum

Psychologist Amy Kinkead Toohey explains how parents can help a child calm down during an emotional outburst instead of resorting to strict discipline. She recommends first acknowledging the child's feelings rather than trying to stop the tantrum outright.

Jauns.lv · 20 Sept, 06:44

Tommy Hilfiger unveils new collection at the legendary Plaza Hotel

During New York Fashion Week, designer Tommy Hilfiger presented his spring 2027 collection at the Plaza Hotel, where he once lived with his wife.

TVNET · 20 Sept, 05:46

DR Congo Launches Vaccine Trials for Frontline Ebola Health Workers

The Democratic Republic of Congo has begun vaccine trials for health workers stationed at the epicenter of the country's Ebola outbreak.

Al Jazeera · 20 Sept, 05:45

Ukrainian artist Manzhos: country lacks standards for visual culture

Ukrainian artist Volodymyr Manzhos discusses why tasteless monuments keep appearing in Ukraine's public spaces, touching on murals, education and art's role during wartime, including the controversial Shakespeare statue in Poltava.

Ukrainska Pravda · 20 Sept, 05:43