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Theatre troupe «Kvadrifrons» explores what it means to be Latgalian in new production
On September 20, theatre troupe «Kvadrifrons» will premiere its documentary production «Apjukušais bārns» («The Confused Child») at the «Zirgu stallis» venue inside the Riga Circus, performed in the Latgalian language and centered on questions of identity. The show is described as a kind of expedition across the Latgale region in search of what shapes belonging there. The piece explores how Latgalian identity resists simple definitions, drawing on documentary material gathered from real encounters in the region. No further details about cast or content have been released yet.
LSM Kultūra · 26 Aug, 11:35
Baltimore's holdout homes: photographer captures the city's lone survivors
US photographer Ben Marcin has released his debut book 'The Holdouts', documenting solitary, abandoned houses and temporary homeless camps in and around Baltimore. The images offer insight into the lives of Americans living on the margins.
The Guardian Culture · 26 Aug, 09:41
Latvia marks 90th birthday of painter Arturs Ņikitins with memorial gathering
August 26 would have been the 90th birthday of renowned Latvian painter Arturs Ņikitins, an occasion marked by a private event that also honored the memory of other artists.
LSM (rus) · 26 Aug, 09:40
TV tonight: documentary tracks the hunt for journalist Lyra McKee's killer
Tonight's UK TV listings feature a three-part documentary following detectives investigating the 2019 murder of journalist Lyra McKee in Derry, alongside several other new programmes and a film.
The Guardian Culture · 26 Aug, 08:38
Marco Pirroni recalls Adam and the Ants' chaotic fame — and a paralytic Princess Margaret
Adam and the Ants guitarist Marco Pirroni's new memoir revisits the band's meteoric rise and fall in the early 1980s. He also recounts surreal brushes with celebrities, including a hopelessly drunk Princess Margaret.
The Guardian Culture · 26 Aug, 07:42
Musician Ūdris's wife Ilona Balode-Ūdre returns to acting in new feature film
Ilona Balode-Ūdre, wife of musician Rolands Ūdris, has returned to acting after years of caring for her family, taking a lead role in a new Latvian feature film.
Latvijas Avīze · 26 Aug, 07:38
Could nudity boost body confidence? What research says about naturism
Studies suggest naturism, or non-sexual social nudity, may help people develop a more positive body image and reduce anxiety about their appearance. Naturists say seeing diverse, real bodies helps them stop comparing themselves to others and rejecting their own flaws.
Jauns.lv · 26 Aug, 06:36
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New quiz tests knowledge of the Latvian genitive case
A new online quiz has been published to test people's command of the Latvian language's genitive case, with a perfect score marking a true connoisseur of the language.
Apollo.lv · 26 Aug, 05:40
Your genes may determine how a low-carb diet affects cholesterol
New research suggests genetics help explain why low-carb diets raise LDL cholesterol sharply in some people while leaving it unchanged in others. Saturated fat intake appears to interact with genetic predisposition to drive the difference.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 26 Aug, 05:38
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The secret to great pasta salad
Delicious pasta salad depends not only on quality ingredients and good flavor pairings, but also on getting the proportions right. This subtle factor is often overlooked in the kitchen.
TVNET · 26 Aug, 04:39
Freedom Park in Virginia Preserves History of One of the Earliest Free Black Communities
Freedom Park in Williamsburg, Virginia, blends recreational trails with the history of one of the earliest known free Black settlements in colonial Virginia. Exhibits and markers now tell visitors the story of the community that once lived there.
Atlas Obscura · 26 Aug, 03:40
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International theatre festival "Teātris tuvplānā" concludes in Liepāja
From August 21 to 23, the international theatre festival "Teātris tuvplānā" (Theatre Close-up) took place in Liepāja as part of the "Liepāja – European Capital of Culture 2027" programme, featuring performances with rap rhythms alongside shows for children.
Apollo.lv · 26 Aug, 02:40
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Autumn baking roundup: 14 apple traybake recipes collected
A collection of 14 different apple traybake recipes has been published, suited for the August and September season. The recipes vary by dough type and toppings.
TVNET · 26 Aug, 02:40
UK debate over teen social media ban continues amid TikTok probe
Backlash is growing in the UK against plans to restrict children's access to social media, while regulators separately investigate TikTok's methods for determining users' ages.
Politico Europe · 26 Aug, 00:38
New quiz tests basic knowledge of the Latvian language
The portal kokteilis.lv has published a new quiz with 12 simple questions on Latvian spelling, inviting readers to check whether they know the most basic rules.
Latvijas Avīze · 26 Aug, 00:36
Film critics discuss summer blockbusters 'The Odyssey' and 'Disclosure Day'
After a summer break, critics from the Latvian Radio show 'Kur kritiķiem nav vietas' discuss two of the season's biggest film releases — Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' and Steven Spielberg's new film 'Disclosure Day'.
LSM (rus) · 25 Aug, 21:36
Country music legend Dolly Parton dies at 80
Country music star Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her nephew and security chief Brian Seaver confirmed. The singer had faced health issues in recent months.
Latvijas Avīze · 25 Aug, 21:35
Riga IFF to open with historical drama Woman Unknown, filmed in Riga
The Riga International Film Festival (Riga IFF) will open on October 15 with Woman Unknown, a historical drama by Danish director Maja el-Tuhi that was filmed in Riga and will have its Baltic premiere there.
LSM (rus) · 25 Aug, 20:38
Exhibition of 18 new paintings marks artist Leo Preiss's 80th birthday
The Latvian Artists' Union gallery has opened an anniversary exhibition by artist Leo Preiss titled 'Construction of Infinity,' featuring 18 new paintings to mark his 80th birthday.
LSM · 25 Aug, 19:38
Leo Preiss marks 80th birthday with new cycle of 18 geometric paintings
The Latvian Artists' Union gallery has opened "Construction of Infinity," an exhibition marking artist Leo Preiss's 80th birthday, featuring a new cycle of 18 paintings.
LSM Kultūra · 25 Aug, 19:37
Latvian musician Māra Upmane-Holšteine to hold first solo electronic music concert
Musician Māra Upmane-Holšteine is preparing her first solo concert under the electronic music project MAARMAAR, performing her album “Pusmūža krīze” in full along with new songs.
Latvijas Avīze · 25 Aug, 17:39
Study: Shingles vaccine linked to 24% lower dementia risk
A new study found that older adults who received the Shingrix shingles vaccine after entering a skilled nursing facility were diagnosed with dementia less often over the following four years than unvaccinated peers. Researchers caution the findings do not prove the vaccine directly causes the reduced risk.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 25 Aug, 16:43
Storm overshadows gala concert: Dzintari audience recount dangerous moments
A gala concert at Dzintari Concert Hall on August 22, dedicated to the Baltic Awards 2026 laureates, sparked wide debate about audience safety after a storm with falling trees hit Jurmala during and after the event.
Latvijas Avīze · 25 Aug, 16:40
BIOR scientists invite public to submit rats for disease monitoring
Latvia's Institute of Food Safety, Animal Health and Environment (BIOR) is asking residents to hand over captured rodents for laboratory testing as part of an ongoing study tracking infectious diseases in wild rat and mouse populations. The monitoring effort has been running in Europe for years and in Latvia since last year.
LSM · 25 Aug, 14:41
Government allocates nearly six million euros for adult hospice care at home
Latvia's government on Tuesday approved a Welfare Ministry proposal to direct 5.85 million euros from contingency funds toward home hospice care for adult patients. The funding, prompted by rising demand, will cover the service from August through November this year.
LSM · 25 Aug, 12:36
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds embraces puppetry for the first time, drawing on Jim Henson's legacy
A new episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds sees the Enterprise crew transformed into puppets built by Jim Henson's Creature Shop, marking the franchise's first use of puppetry in nearly 60 years.
The Guardian Culture · 25 Aug, 11:40
Free screenings mark Baltic Film Days in Latvia
This week marks the tenth edition of Baltic Film Days, offering audiences in each of the three Baltic states specially selected films from their neighbors. Latvian viewers will get two Lithuanian and two Estonian films this year.
LSM (rus) · 25 Aug, 11:40
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Kalnciema Quarter to host concert by "Dzeltenie Pastnieki" and "Tante Gaida"
On August 27, Kalnciema Quarter will host a free open-air concert featuring the legendary Latvian band "Dzeltenie Pastnieki" and indie-folk group "Tante Gaida".
TVNET · 25 Aug, 11:39
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First kites take to the sky over the Daugava ahead of "Fantadroms" festival
An opening event was held at Riga's passenger port ahead of the international kite festival "Fantadroms", set for Saturday, August 29, with the first festival kites raised over the Daugava river.
Apollo.lv · 25 Aug, 09:41
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New quiz show "One Against All" hosted by Gustavs Terzens premieres August 31
A brand-new knowledge and strategy game show called "One Against All" will premiere on television on August 31, hosted by Gustavs Terzens. It marks the debut of a previously unaired format.
TVNET · 25 Aug, 09:36
Kazan hosts grand concert marking Raimonds Pauls' 90th birthday, featuring Russian pop stars
The "New Wave" festival, once closely tied to Jurmala, held a large concert in Kazan celebrating composer Raimonds Pauls' 90th anniversary. Several well-known Russian performers played his songs.
Jauns.lv · 25 Aug, 09:35
Sound as evidence: Turner winner Lawrence Abu Hamdan investigates human rights abuses by listening
Turner prize winner Lawrence Abu Hamdan leads the NGO Earshot, which uses sound analysis to investigate human rights abuses, including a suspected sonic weapon in Belgrade and killings in Gaza. His art and investigative reports feed into one another, forming a distinctive approach to evidence-gathering.
The Guardian Culture · 25 Aug, 07:40
Why some people get constipated while traveling
A gastroenterologist explains that digestive problems during trips are often caused not by food but by emotional factors. Each person's body reacts differently to travel.
Latvijas Avīze · 25 Aug, 06:37
Exhibition guide: retro radios, political agitation and Freedom Monument history
Several history-themed exhibitions are currently open across Latvia, ranging from a political poster display at the National Library to retro radios in Saulkrasti and a monument exhibit in Iecava. Each highlights a different facet of Latvia's past.
Jauns.lv · 25 Aug, 06:35
Kaspars Kambala becomes a beauty pageant judge on "Celebrities. No Filter"
In the 360TV show "Celebrities. No Filter," Kaspars Kambala travels to Liepāja with his wife Olga and eldest daughter Lukērija, where he takes on the role of a beauty pageant judge. Kaspars commits to evaluating contestants fairly and objectively.
Latvijas Avīze · 25 Aug, 05:42
Greece looks to turn Odyssey movie hype into tourism revenue
Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's Odyssey has sparked renewed global interest in Greece, and officials are working to convert that attention into tourist bookings. The Peloponnese region is preparing a themed travel route by November linking filming locations to related myths.
Politico Europe · 25 Aug, 05:37