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New season of "Limuzīns dāvanā" game show introduces 12 contestants and a new host
The second season of the strategy game show "Limuzīns dāvanā" has kicked off at Dikļi Castle, with 12 contestants forming alliances and bluffing their way toward winning a car, hosted this time by actor Lauris Subatnieks.
BNN · 15 Sept, 13:49
Ikars Piebalgs' Novel "The Colorful World" Wins Zvaigzne ABC Fiction Contest
Writer Ikars Piebalgs' new novel "Krāsainā pasaule" ("The Colorful World") has won the Zvaigzne ABC publishing house's novel contest, and the book reached stores this summer.
LSM (rus) · 15 Sept, 12:49
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At-Home Depression Headset Now Available by Prescription in the US
Swedish company Flow Neuroscience has launched a wearable device in the US that delivers mild electrical stimulation to treat depression at home, now available by prescription. The device remains costly since insurers do not yet cover it.
Wired · 15 Sept, 12:47
Autumn favourite: why pumpkin deserves a regular spot on your plate
Pumpkin, a staple of the autumn menu, is more than a seasonal treat — its fibre, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants can offer several benefits to the body. Both the flesh and the seeds can be eaten.
Latvijas Avīze · 15 Sept, 12:45
50 Years After ‘Charlie’s Angels’ Premiere, Stars Reunite at the Emmys
“Charlie's Angels” actresses Jaclyn Smith, Kate Jackson and Cheryl Ladd reunited at the 78th Emmy Awards to mark the show's 50th anniversary and honor their late co-star Farrah Fawcett.
Jauns.lv · 15 Sept, 11:43
Valmiera Museum prepares solo exhibition of painter Biruta Jansone titled "Ceļš"
Valmiera Museum is this week finalizing preparations for a solo exhibition by artist Biruta Jansone titled "Ceļš" (The Path), which will be open to visitors from September 19 to November 14.
LSM Kultūra · 15 Sept, 10:48
Niks Endziņš explains reasons for split from Sindija Bokāne
On the show “Slavenības. Bez filtra,” Niks Endziņš revealed why he ended his relationship with influencer Sindija Bokāne and asked her to move out.
BNN · 15 Sept, 10:47
Horror-comedy series "Widow's Bay" dominates the Emmy Awards
At the 78th Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, Apple TV's comedy series "Widow's Bay" won the most awards of the night — 14 — including Best Comedy Series, while "Pittsburgh Hospital" was named Best Drama Series for the second year running.
ERR (rus) · 15 Sept, 10:47
Emmy Awards: Horror comedy «Widow's Bay» wins 14 trophies
At the Emmy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles, horror comedy series «Widow's Bay» took home 14 awards, while hospital drama «The Pitt» was named best drama series for the second consecutive year.
LSM · 15 Sept, 09:48
Horror-comedy 'Widow's Bay' wins 14 Emmy Awards, 'The Pitt' named best drama for second straight year
At the Emmy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles, the horror-comedy series 'Widow's Bay' took home 14 awards, while 'The Pitt' was named best drama series for the second consecutive year.
LSM Kultūra · 15 Sept, 09:48
SKDS survey: a year after smoke-free product bans, some users shifted to the illegal market
An expert discussion on September 16 will present a new SKDS survey on public attitudes toward tobacco and nicotine products a year after broad restrictions took effect. The poll shows some users turned to the illegal market or foreign purchases, while only a small share quit entirely.
Delfi · 15 Sept, 09:48
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"Widow's Bay" dominates Emmy Awards as "The Pitt" wins Best Drama again
At the Emmy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles, horror comedy series "Widow's Bay" swept 14 awards, while hospital drama "The Pitt" was named Best Drama Series for the second year running.
TVNET · 15 Sept, 09:47
Landmark documentary series 7 Up reaches its final chapter
ITV1 airs 70 Up, the closing instalment of the documentary that has tracked its subjects since 1964, alongside finals of several other popular British shows.
The Guardian Culture · 15 Sept, 08:51
Filmas.lv launches collection of late filmmaker Rihards Pīks' work
Latvia's National Film Centre has compiled a ten-film collection on the Filmas.lv portal honouring film director, cinematographer and former politician Rihards Pīks, who died in early September. The selection spans documentaries and feature films made between 1964 and 1986.
Latvijas Avīze · 15 Sept, 08:46
Bold colors and vintage gowns defined the 2026 Venice Film Festival red carpet
The red carpet at the 2026 Venice Film Festival showcased a striking mix of fashion, from classic black elegance to bold colors and vintage designer gowns. Stars including Amal Clooney, Kendall Jenner and Penélope Cruz drew particular attention.
Jauns.lv · 15 Sept, 08:44
Horror-comedy "Widow's Bay" rewrites Emmy history
The 78th Emmy Awards were handed out in Los Angeles on Monday, with "Widow's Bay" winning a record 14 awards for a comedy series in a single year, while "The Pitt" retained its best drama series title.
Jauns.lv · 15 Sept, 07:47
Plague Was Killing Whole Families Thousands of Years Before the Black Death
New research shows plague was already lethal 5,500 years ago, wiping out hunter-gatherer families near Lake Baikal in Siberia long before cities or farming existed.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 15 Sept, 06:49
LSM offers quiz with the toughest questions from the «V.I.P» game show
LSM's travel section has published a trivia quiz featuring some of the hardest questions ever asked on the show «Luck. Intuition. Mind», including one about Aesop and another about the so-called «Cloud Gates». Readers are invited to see whether they could handle the questions that stumped contestants.
LSM Ceļošana · 15 Sept, 06:46
Contents of Shane MacGowan's will revealed nearly three years after his death
Almost three years after the death of The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan, the contents of his will have become known, revealing what he left behind and to whom.
Jauns.lv · 15 Sept, 06:43
Horoscope for Tuesday, September 15: The Moon brings a breath of freedom and optimism
On September 15, the Moon moves into fiery Sagittarius, easing the heaviness of recent days, while the Sun continues its practical path through Virgo, keeping big dreams grounded in reality.
Apollo.lv · 15 Sept, 05:50
2026 Emmy Awards: The Pitt, Widow's Bay and DTF St Louis lead winners
The 2026 Emmy Awards have been handed out, with medical drama "The Pitt" named best drama series while "Widow's Bay" swept several comedy categories and "DTF St Louis" dominated the limited series field.
The Guardian World · 15 Sept, 05:47
Poetry Days exhibitions reveal poets in unexpected roles
Museums across Latvia have opened exhibitions as part of Poetry Days, presenting well-known poets in unfamiliar contexts. At the Aleksandrs Čaks Museum, visitors can discover the poet as an enthusiastic cook.
Jauns.lv · 15 Sept, 05:43
Latvian students' reading skills declining sharply, new PISA study shows
The latest OECD PISA study shows Latvian students' performance has significantly worsened over the past decade, with reading comprehension declining fastest. Education experts are examining several possible causes.
Delfi · 15 Sept, 04:53
Tartu's Genialistide Klubi loses two long-term subtenants
Bar Möku and theatre Must Kast are leaving Tartu's underground culture hub Genialistide Klubi, citing their own growth needs and uncertainty over the club's future. Meanwhile a resolved noise issue means the club can now receive city funding.
ERR (rus) · 15 Sept, 04:53
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Valters Sīlis: Liepāja Theatre prepares for European Capital of Culture year
Liepāja Theatre's artistic director Valters Sīlis discusses the theatre's role in Liepāja's upcoming European Capital of Culture events.
Apollo.lv · 15 Sept, 04:49
16-Year-Old Basketball Player Balances School Excellence with Sports Success
Latvian Youth Basketball League standout Raimonds Meļņikovs, 16, manages a demanding daily routine combining school and intensive training, which his family compares to living between two equally strict schools. Experts warn the line between healthy discipline and overload depends on the individual.
Delfi · 15 Sept, 03:50
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Psychiatrist: modern people forget they are primarily a body, not just a mind
In an interview republished from TVNET+'s archive, titled "Those who cry survive!", psychiatrist Kristīna Buta discusses how modern society overemphasizes the mental and virtual side of life while neglecting the body's needs.
TVNET · 15 Sept, 03:48
Quiz invites readers to test knowledge with a 100-year-old school exam
Latvian newspaper "Latvijas Avīze" offers readers a quiz recreating an early 20th-century high school exam — to be taken without internet, calculators or artificial intelligence.
Latvijas Avīze · 15 Sept, 02:47
Legendary Costume Designer Bob Mackie Dies at 87
American fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie, who for decades shaped the stage looks of Cher, Dolly Parton, Tina Turner and Diana Ross, has died. He passed away on Monday from complications of pneumonia.
Jauns.lv · 15 Sept, 00:50
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New quiz tests knowledge of "L" versus "Ļ" in Latvian spelling
The Apollo.lv portal has published a language quiz challenging readers to choose the correct letter — "L" or "Ļ" — in words with a missing letter. The test is aimed at anyone wanting to check their Latvian spelling knowledge.
Apollo.lv · 15 Sept, 00:48
Macklemore claims he was dropped from Ed Sheeran tour over "Free Palestine" remark
US rapper Macklemore says he has been removed as the opening act on Ed Sheeran's tour after saying "Free Palestine" during a concert.
Sky News · 15 Sept, 00:47
America's Cryptid Tourism Trail: Museums and Festivals Devoted to Bigfoot, Mothman and More
A growing network of cryptid-themed museums and festivals across the US, from a new Bigfoot attraction in Texas to the Mothman Museum in West Virginia, draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The sites show how local communities have turned unproven creature legends into part of their identity.
Atlas Obscura · 14 Sept, 21:46
Āte Museum in Alūksne showcases old rural crafts, from threshing to woodturning
The Viktors Kirpa Āte Museum in the Alūksne region held its 40th Harvest Festival over the weekend, letting visitors observe and try out traditional rural crafts. Organisers stressed the growing importance of finding people who can pass these skills on to future generations.
LSM (rus) · 14 Sept, 20:46
Alūksnē's Ates Museum marks 40th Harvest Festival showcasing old rural crafts
The Viktors Ķirpa Ate Museum in the Alūksne municipality held its 40th Harvest Festival over the weekend, letting visitors try out traditional rural skills firsthand. Organizers stressed the growing need to find people who can pass these skills on to future generations.
LSM · 14 Sept, 19:48
Ates Museum in Alūksne marks 40 years of showcasing old rural crafts
The Viktors Ķirpa Ate Museum in the Alūksne municipality hosted its 40th Harvest Festival over the weekend, letting visitors watch and try traditional rural crafts. Organisers stressed the growing importance of finding people to pass these skills on to future generations.
LSM Kultūra · 14 Sept, 19:48
What your fridge door reveals about you, according to psychology
Psychology publications suggest that how people use their refrigerator doors for decoration can reveal their habits and priorities. Souvenirs, children's drawings and notes on a fridge are said to be far from random.
Latvijas Avīze · 14 Sept, 18:46