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World-renowned opera singer Asmik Grigorian performs solo concert in Riga
On Saturday, September 12, the Riga Congress Centre hosted a solo concert by one of the world's most sought-after opera singers, Asmik Grigorian. It was her first performance in Latvia accompanied by a symphony orchestra.
Apollo.lv · 13 Sept, 09:44
Stylist: school outfits should still reflect a child's own personality
Estonian fashion consultant Karolin Kuusik says that even where school uniforms are required, children's clothing should leave room for their individual style. She points to polo shirts, pleated trousers and skirts, and the preppy look as this autumn's key trends.
ERR News · 13 Sept, 09:44
Musical stage production 'Siddhartha' with Latvian musicians premieres in Germany
The Ruhrtriennale festival in Germany has hosted the world premiere of the musical stage production 'Siddhartha', featuring Latvia's Dailes Theatre and the Latvian Radio Choir under conductor Kaspars Putniņš. The production is based on Hermann Hesse's philosophical novel about a man's spiritual quest.
LSM Kultūra · 13 Sept, 02:51
Olga Kambala plans divorce from Kaspars, already hopes for a new proposal
On the show "Celebrities. No Filter," Olga Kambala reveals she has decided to leave Kaspars and is already looking for a new apartment for herself and her daughters, confident a new marriage proposal awaits her.
Latvijas Avīze · 13 Sept, 02:51
Poetry Days award goes to Aleksandrs Baronss, Ieva Ļeščinska and Lāsma Olte
At the closing event of the main programme of the Dzejas dienas 2026 poetry festival, held at the National Library of Latvia, prizes were awarded for the best poetry collection, the best translated poetry collection, and the Domuzīme magazine poetry award.
LSM (rus) · 13 Sept, 02:50
World-renowned opera singer Asmik Grigorian performs in Riga for the first time with a symphony orchestra
On September 12, one of the world's most sought-after opera singers, Asmik Grigorian, performed for the first time in Riga with a symphony orchestra at the Congress Hall, singing arias from roles that brought her international fame. Latvian audiences remember her from her earlier years singing at the Latvian National Opera.
Jauns.lv · 13 Sept, 02:49
Sunday, September 13 horoscope: balancing logic and intuition
The horoscope for Sunday, September 13 predicts a day blending rational thinking with intuition, with a growing focus on relationships and harmony, explained by the Sun's position in Virgo.
Apollo.lv · 13 Sept, 02:48
Venice Film Festival's top prize goes to film co-produced in Latvia
Danish director Maja el-Tuki's film "The Unknown Woman" won the Golden Lion, the top prize at the Venice Film Festival, on Saturday. The film is a co-production involving Denmark's, Sweden's and Latvia's film studios.
LSM Kultūra · 13 Sept, 01:49
Rapper ansis wins Austras balva music award for album «222»
At an awards ceremony in Riga, rapper ansis was named winner of the Austras balva 2026 for his album «222».
LSM (rus) · 13 Sept, 01:48
Céline Dion returns to the stage in Paris after six-year hiatus
Canadian singer Céline Dion performed a sold-out comeback concert near Paris on Saturday, her first full show in six years following a battle with the rare neurological disorder Stiff Person Syndrome.
France 24 · 13 Sept, 01:48
Rapper ansis wins alternative pop music's "Austra Award" for album "222"
Rapper ansis has received the alternative pop music "Austra Award" for his album "222," becoming the first artist to win the prize twice.
Jauns.lv · 13 Sept, 01:47
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New online quiz tests knowledge of world geography
A new entertainment quiz has been published, inviting readers to test their knowledge of countries, cities and continents. Its creators warn that some questions may surprise even well-informed participants.
Apollo.lv · 13 Sept, 01:46
Father's Day quiz tests knowledge of iconic dads from Latvian films
To mark Father's Day in Latvia, a quiz invites people to test how well they recognize father characters from popular Latvian films, with organizers noting it may be especially tricky for those born this century.
Latvijas Avīze · 13 Sept, 01:46
Ebola Reaches Seventh Province in DR Congo as Government Cites Overall Decline
The Ebola virus has spread to a seventh province in the Democratic Republic of Congo after an infected man travelled through Rwanda and Uganda, even as the government insists overall case numbers are falling.
Al Jazeera · 13 Sept, 00:52
Woman Unknown wins Venice Golden Lion, Gaza documentary NAZA takes jury prize
Egyptian-Danish director May el-Toukhy's Woman Unknown has won the Golden Lion at the Venice film festival, while the Gaza documentary NAZA received the special jury prize.
The Guardian Culture · 13 Sept, 00:48
The Last Liv Is Not Dead: Zoja Sīle on Keeping the Livonian Language Alive
Livonian language and culture keeper Zoja Sīle talks about her life's work at the Liv Institute, where she runs a reading club and has co-created a new songbook in the Livonian language with Dzintra Tauniņa.
Delfi · 12 Sept, 22:49
Venice Film Festival's top prize goes to film made with Latvian industry involvement
Danish director Mai el-Tukī's film "The Unknown Woman" won the Venice Film Festival's Golden Lion, with most of it shot in Riga through a co-production involving Latvian studio Nafta Films.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Sept, 22:48
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Musician ansis wins "Austra Award 2026" for album "222"
On the evening of September 12, the "Austra Award 2026" ceremony was held at the "Hanzas perons" cultural venue, where musician ansis's album "222" was named the winner.
TVNET · 12 Sept, 22:45
Film Shot in Latvia, "Woman Unknown," Wins Top Prize at Venice Film Festival
Danish director Maja el-Tuki's film "Woman Unknown," partly produced in Latvia, has won the Golden Lion, the top prize at the Venice Film Festival. The film is a joint production of Danish, Swedish and Latvian studios.
LSM (rus) · 12 Sept, 22:43
Céline Dion greets fans in Paris ahead of comeback concert
Canadian singer Céline Dion will perform her first full concert in six years in Paris on Saturday, opening a sold-out residency after a battle with a rare neurological disorder. She greeted waiting fans outside her hotel before the show.
BBC World · 12 Sept, 21:47
"Fate Decided Otherwise": Edijs Pipars Appeals for Support After Family Tragedy
Edijs Pipars has publicly appealed for support after a tragic loss struck his family, asking people to pray for his brother Sandis, who is in critical condition.
Jauns.lv · 12 Sept, 21:46
After alarming PISA results, Latvia may make reading skills a national priority
Following unexpectedly poor PISA 2025 test results, Latvia's State Education Development Agency wants to make improving reading literacy a national priority. The agency admits that until now such efforts have relied mainly on individual enthusiasm rather than a coordinated approach.
LSM · 12 Sept, 21:45
Nutritionists name five vegetables that help manage blood pressure
High blood pressure is a common health issue that can be influenced by diet. Nutrition experts point to specific vegetables containing compounds beneficial for blood pressure control.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Sept, 21:43
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Poetry Days award for original poetry goes to Aleksandrs Barons
This year's Poetry Days award for original poetry has been given to poet Aleksandrs Barons for his collection "Vientulības labirints" (Labyrinth of Loneliness), published by "Neputns".
Apollo.lv · 12 Sept, 19:47
Imants Lancmanis's lecture on Kuldīga published as a book
Art historian Imants Lancmanis's three-hour lecture on the Duchy of Courland's court and Kuldīga Castle has now been published as a book. The lecture was originally given three years ago, when Kuldīga's old town was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
LSM Kultūra · 12 Sept, 19:45
Psychological quiz: choosing a door may reveal what you're avoiding
A popular psychological quiz invites people to spontaneously pick one of five doors to reveal what they may unconsciously be trying to avoid facing in their current stage of life.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Sept, 18:47
Aleksandrs Barons wins Poetry Days award for collection "Labyrinth of Loneliness"
At the closing event of the "Poetry Days 2026" festival, Aleksandrs Barons received the Poetry Days award for original poetry for his collection "Labyrinth of Loneliness." Translation and Domuzīme magazine prizes went to Ieva Lešinska and Lāsma Olte respectively.
Jauns.lv · 12 Sept, 17:50
Beet and pear salad — for celebrations and everyday meals
Autumn brings various root vegetables back to the table, and nutrition experts highlight the value of beets. A beet and pear salad works well both for festive occasions and everyday meals.
LSM (rus) · 12 Sept, 17:49
Why do older people often walk with hands behind their back? The reason is surprisingly simple
Experts explain why elderly people often walk with their hands clasped behind their back and whether this habit actually improves posture. It turns out that varying movement regularly matters far more than the pose itself.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Sept, 17:47
"Riga Food 2026": Delfi reporter tests the exhibition's hottest peppers
At the "Riga Food 2026" trade show in Ķīpsala, Delfi reporter Edgars Bāliņš took on a challenge to taste the hottest peppers offered by exhibitors. The event ran from September 10 to 12.
Delfi · 12 Sept, 17:45
Study finds heart calcium scans mainly help patients at borderline risk
A new 10-year study of over 6,000 adults found coronary artery calcium scans add little predictive value overall beyond the PREVENT risk calculator, but offer meaningful clarity specifically for patients at borderline or intermediate cardiovascular risk.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 12 Sept, 17:45
Band "Stūrī zēvele" reflects on album "Arlabunakti" ahead of "Austras balva" ceremony
Musicians from the band "Stūrī zēvele" spoke on Latvijas Radio 5's "Piektais ātrums" about their album "Arlabunakti," nominated for the "Austras balva" award. The album is the group's fourth.
LSM Kultūra · 12 Sept, 17:44
Former rugby star Gareth Thomas confronts HIV stigma at Rio conference
Former rugby star Gareth Thomas, who is HIV positive, spoke at this year's International AIDS Conference in Rio de Janeiro about the isolation and discrimination faced by people living with HIV.
NPR World · 12 Sept, 16:51
Leopard print sheds its trend status, becomes a wardrobe staple
Leopard print is no longer just a fleeting fashion trend this autumn but is establishing itself as a lasting wardrobe staple, according to a report citing Dailymail.com. It can be worn as a small accent rather than a full outfit.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Sept, 15:49
Tallinn to host exhibition of Masayoshi Sukita's David Bowie photographs
Estonia's Poco Art Museum will open a solo exhibition of Japanese photographer Masayoshi Sukita's David Bowie portraits on 9 October, the artist's first showing in the country. The show features over one hundred images spanning a 40-year creative partnership.
ERR News · 12 Sept, 15:46
Psychotherapist: humanity survived thanks to anxious people
A psychotherapist and addiction specialist featured on an ETV+ programme about anxiety disorders explains the link between anxiety and addiction, and argues that anxious individuals historically helped humanity survive. The episode airs on September 14.
ERR (rus) · 12 Sept, 15:44