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Riga hosts European landscape architecture conference and IFLA Europe assembly

From September 2 to 6, Riga hosted the IFLA Europe conference "Landscape in Transition" and its General Assembly, gathering around 270 landscape architecture professionals from 35 countries. The event was organized by the Latvian Association of Landscape Architects together with IFLA Europe.

Jauns.lv · 11 Sept, 00:09

Smartwatches may misjudge sleep quality, especially for people with insomnia

A new scientific review finds wearable sleep trackers often fail to reflect how people actually feel about their sleep, with the gap being largest among those suffering from insomnia. Researchers advise trusting personal perception over device readings when the two disagree.

Latvijas Avīze · 10 Sept, 23:12

Kazakhstan will not take part in Eurovision 2027

According to a Politico Europe report, Kazakhstan has not qualified to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027. The decision relates to the European Broadcasting Union's (EBU) rules governing participation in the contest.

Politico Europe · 10 Sept, 23:11

Tallinn's Museum of Natural History opens annual mushroom exhibition

The Estonian Museum of Natural History in Tallinn has opened its 64th traditional mushroom exhibition, the last to be held at its historic Old Town building before the museum relocates to Noblessner.

ERR (rus) · 10 Sept, 20:11

Three art exhibitions to visit: paintings by Vaičuna, Siliņš and Skride

Three painting exhibitions are currently on view — works by Māra Vaičuna, Herberts Siliņš and Arijs Skride — offering a look at different generations and styles in Latvian art.

LSM Kultūra · 10 Sept, 20:10

Mexico's Annual Festival Celebrates Mariachi and Charro Traditions

For the 33rd time, the state of Jalisco in Mexico has hosted an international festival dedicated to mariachi music and charro horsemanship. The event brings together musicians and riders from around the world.

LSM (rus) · 10 Sept, 20:09

Musician Miks Dukurs takes ex-wife to court over painting made by his father

Musician Miks Dukurs has sued his ex-wife, Laura Skoboļeva, to reclaim a painting made by his father depicting actor Sylvester Stallone as Rocky, the magazine "Jauns & Privāts" reports.

Apollo.lv · 10 Sept, 19:13

Skyscanner names world's Top10 most walkable cities for tourists

Travel platform Skyscanner has published a list of the ten cities easiest to explore on foot, with Spain's Cordoba topping the ranking and Estonia's Tartu also making the list.

Delfi · 10 Sept, 19:08

Five affordable alternatives to salmon for getting omega-3 fatty acids

Getting omega-3 fatty acids into your diet doesn't require buying expensive salmon — these nutrients can also be found in several simple, cheaper foods that are easy to include in everyday meals.

Latvijas Avīze · 10 Sept, 19:07

Carnival Youth: all Austras balva nominees deserve to win

Carnival Youth musician Roberts Vanags said on a radio show that this year's Austras balva nominated albums are so varied that the jury will struggle to pick a winner. He believes all nominees deserve recognition.

LSM (rus) · 10 Sept, 18:12

Is Paris Europe's concert capital? Céline Dion's comeback raises the question

French broadcaster France24's show "Entre Nous" examines Céline Dion's comeback concerts in Paris, asking whether major international artists tour France as much as the rest of Europe.

France 24 · 10 Sept, 18:09

Tourist tax in Europe: how Italian hotspots earn millions from visitors

While an overnight tourist tax is still new to the UK, continental Europe has been collecting such levies for over a century. Italy's biggest cities alone earned hundreds of millions of euros from the fee in 2024.

The Guardian World · 10 Sept, 17:09

Riga IFF announces nine films for main competition

The Riga International Film Festival, running October 15–25, has unveiled the lineup for its feature film competition — nine films from six countries. The works will compete for the festival's top award at Splendid Palace cinema.

LSM Kultūra · 10 Sept, 17:08

Daugavpils-region writer Valija Platace to premiere poetry with music at Rogovka slam

Latgale writer, teacher and artist Valija Platace, who won last year's Rogovka poetry slam, will see her poems performed for the first time with music by the band "Kei-Rei" at this year's event on September 12.

LSM · 10 Sept, 17:08

Ralph Lauren opens New York fashion week with a bold vision of the American dream

Designer Ralph Lauren, 86, kicked off New York fashion week with an unofficial show as his company posted a record $8.1bn in annual revenue this year.

The Guardian World · 10 Sept, 16:08

Maurizio Cattelan's 'Night' exhibition opens in Berlin

Berlin's Neue Nationalgalerie has opened 'Night', an exhibition by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan exploring power, violence and belief, featuring the controversial 'Him' sculpture depicting a kneeling figure with Hitler's face.

Euronews · 10 Sept, 16:08

Latvian consumer watchdog fines travel organizer €6,000 for unlicensed Madeira trips

The Consumer Rights Protection Centre (PTAC) has fined company "D6 Group" €6,000 for selling package travel services without the required tour operator licence. The company has been ordered to stop the practice immediately.

Jauns.lv · 10 Sept, 15:10

Scientists confirm link between drinking very hot beverages and oesophageal cancer

A large-scale British study has found that regularly drinking very hot tea or coffee raises the risk of oesophageal cancer. Researchers advise letting drinks cool before consuming them.

ERR (rus) · 10 Sept, 14:10

The Tubs' new album Hard Life doubles down on wry self-mockery

Welsh band the Tubs, who have unexpectedly become critical darlings over the past year, have released their third album, Hard Life, blending bittersweet melodies with frontman Owen Williams's darkly comic self-deprecation.

The Guardian Culture · 10 Sept, 14:09

Why plays about "men" don't always meet audience expectations

An LSM Kultūra roundup of theatre news notes that productions explicitly framed as being about men appear periodically in Latvian theatres' repertoires, but such framing can create audience expectations that the performance does not always fulfil.

LSM Kultūra · 10 Sept, 13:10

What links poet Auseklis and choir conductor Indriķis Zīle?

Two figures important to Latvian culture — poet Auseklis and choral conductor Indriķis Zīle — were both born near Aloja, and their life paths crossed repeatedly, though it is not known whether they ever actually met.

LSM · 10 Sept, 12:08

After Son's Death in Lagos, Nigeria No Longer Feels Like Home for Adichie

Acclaimed Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie says her homeland no longer feels like home after the death of her toddler son in Lagos. The loss has reshaped her relationship with the country she has long depicted in her acclaimed novels.

The New York Times · 10 Sept, 12:06

New book by Imants Lancmanis explores the splendor of the Courland dukes' court and Kuldīga Castle

Art historian Imants Lancmanis has published a new book on the splendor of the Courland dukes' court and Kuldīga Castle, based on a lecture he gave three years ago. Kuldīga was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2023.

LSM (rus) · 10 Sept, 11:12

Volunteers help nursing home residents feel less isolated

Residents of social care centers often wish for more contact with society, and volunteers are helping meet that need through conversations and time spent together. The topic was discussed on Latvian Radio by a representative of the "Ascendum" association and a mentor for the "Conversations with Seniors" project.

LSM · 10 Sept, 11:08

Risen from Ruins: Lestene Lutheran Church and Latvia's Sacred Heritage

Lestene Lutheran Church, built in the early 18th century in Baroque style, survived dramatic 20th-century ordeals and rose again from ruins, now closely tied to the nearby Legionnaires memorial site.

LSM (rus) · 10 Sept, 10:07

Astrologer names three zodiac signs set for a lucky September

Astrologer Emma Jade predicts that Capricorn, Taurus and Virgo will enjoy especially favorable conditions until September 22. Different astrological events shape the period for each sign.

BNN · 10 Sept, 10:07

Liepāja named among world's top 10 destinations to discover in 2027

Travel company Intrepid Travel, together with trend forecaster Globetrender, has placed Liepāja on its list of ten global destinations worth visiting in 2027, citing the city's status as European Capital of Culture as a key reason.

Jauns.lv · 10 Sept, 09:11

Apple season arrives: regular consumption linked to several health benefits

As apple harvest season begins, nutrition experts note that eating apples regularly can bring several health benefits, including support for heart health. Fiber, polyphenols and other plant compounds found in apples may aid digestion and lower the risk of certain chronic diseases.

Latvijas Avīze · 10 Sept, 09:11

Singer Elīna Gluzunova confirms split from husband Artjoms

Latvian singer Elīna Gluzunova has confirmed that her marriage to Artjoms Gluzunovs, which began last October, has ended. She says the couple's 12-year relationship had simply run its course.

BNN · 10 Sept, 09:06

Musicians encourage talented artists to enter the Supernova contest

In a discussion organized by Latvian Public Media, musicians called on talented artists to apply for the national Supernova contest, which selects Latvia's Eurovision representative. Band Citi zēni frontman Jānis Pētersons shared his experience and urged others to give it a try.

LSM Kultūra · 10 Sept, 08:14

Tomatoes for dessert? Try this surprising sorbet recipe

Summer tomatoes aren't just for savory dishes — they can also be turned into a refreshing sorbet, according to a recipe from University of Latvia lecturer and recipe author Lolita Šelvaha.

Latvijas Avīze · 10 Sept, 08:14

Family

School and parental control: how closely should parents monitor their child's schoolwork?

An early-morning call from a worried mother about an unfinished school group project highlights the question of how closely parents should monitor their children's homework and assignments.

LSM · 10 Sept, 07:15

Behind the scenes: how Aardman built the Shaun the Sheep horror movie

Aardman Animations in Bristol is in the final stretch of production on its new stop-motion feature, Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom, drawing on classic horror influences. The film opens in the UK on 18 September.

The Guardian Culture · 10 Sept, 07:10

National Theatre's 2027 season to feature new play on John Major's rise to power

London's National Theatre will stage a new James Graham play about John Major's path to prime minister as part of a 2027 season focused on political upheaval and global conflict, featuring eight world premieres among 18 productions.

The Guardian World · 10 Sept, 07:09