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Meghan Markle's casting in The Gentlemen reportedly withdrawn after UK backlash
Reports say the Duchess of Sussex's planned role in the third season of Guy Ritchie's Netflix series The Gentlemen has been withdrawn following intense criticism in the UK. The news comes a day after reports she was in talks to return to acting.
The Guardian World · 23 Aug, 00:36
How sauerkraut affects digestion and immunity
Regularly eating sauerkraut may benefit digestion, gut microbiome health and immune function, though it is not suitable for everyone.
Latvijas Avīze · 22 Aug, 22:39
1990s nostalgia: why memories often look better than reality
The 1990s are often remembered as a simpler and more romantic era, but nostalgia tends to obscure the uncomfortable and complicated sides of that time.
Latvijas Avīze · 22 Aug, 19:37
Study: Peppermint Oil May Lower Blood Pressure in 20 Days
Researchers at the University of Lancashire found that taking peppermint oil twice daily for 20 days reduced systolic blood pressure by an average of 8.5mmHg. The findings suggest the oil could be a low-cost option for people with mildly elevated blood pressure.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 22 Aug, 17:41
Age is a human invention: a style conversation with Līgatne's free spirit Vineta Skudra
In a summer festival style-interview series, the spotlight falls on Vineta Skudra, known as Skudriņa, who runs the Līgatne guesthouse "Zaļais lācis" and whose personal motto is freedom.
LSM Kultūra · 22 Aug, 17:36
Vineta Skudra: style means freedom
Vineta Skudra, who runs the Zaļais lācis guesthouse in Līgatne, shares her thoughts on personal style during the festival summer, saying freedom is its main condition.
LSM (rus) · 22 Aug, 17:35
International festival Theatre Close-Up continues in Liepāja
The second day of the international festival Theatre Close-Up, organized by Liepāja Theatre, has taken place, featuring performances from Lithuania, Finland, Estonia and Sweden.
LSM Kultūra · 22 Aug, 16:36
Amy Schumer turns her own divorce experience into a comedy film
Actress Amy Schumer is developing a new comedy about a couple trying to divorce amicably, only for their plans to fall apart. The film draws on her personal experience.
Jauns.lv · 22 Aug, 15:39
US kindergarten vaccination rates slip as exemptions reach record high
New CDC figures show a slight nationwide dip in kindergarten MMR vaccination rates alongside a record jump in non-medical exemptions, which health experts link to confusion sown by the administration.
The Guardian World · 22 Aug, 14:41
Ebola outbreak continues in DRC as 16,000 vaccine doses arrive
An Ebola outbreak is ongoing in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with health authorities warning that roughly one person is dying from the virus every thirty minutes. Meanwhile, 16,000 vaccine doses have arrived in the country.
Al Jazeera · 22 Aug, 14:37
Nobles and Peasants: Different Classes, Shared Dependence
In the Latvian Radio programme "Zināmais nezināmajā," a historian explains that in the 18th and early 19th centuries, nobles and peasants in Latvia, though belonging to different social classes, were closely dependent on one another.
LSM · 22 Aug, 14:35
Band Stūrī zēvele releases album «arLabunakti» with a cozy autumn mood
The band Stūrī zēvele has released the album «arLabunakti», nominated for the Austra Award, which took nearly five years to complete. The album carries a cozy, autumnal atmosphere.
LSM (rus) · 22 Aug, 14:35
More than 16,000 doses of Ervebo vaccine arrive in Ebola-hit DR Congo
The first of 70,000 Ervebo vaccine doses allocated for Kinshasa have arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as experts warn the Ebola virus is spreading exponentially.
Al Jazeera · 22 Aug, 13:40
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Lily reveals why she stayed away from music for almost twelve years
Singer Linda Kalniņa, known as Lily, told the magazine "Ieva" that after her separation from singer Dons she stayed away from music for about twelve years.
Apollo.lv · 22 Aug, 13:39
Band «Stūrī zēvele» captures an autumn evening mood on album «arLabunakti»
The band «Stūrī zēvele», whose album «arLabunakti» is nominated for the «Austras balva» award, took its time creating it – both the poems used and the cover artwork waited years for their place. The recording itself took nearly five years to complete.
LSM Kultūra · 22 Aug, 13:35
Columnist: Nolan's "Odyssey" prompts viewers to reflect on themselves, not just the myth
LSM's Russian-language opinion section published a column by Aleksei Zarichansky on Christopher Nolan's new film "Odyssey," arguing it pushes viewers to reconsider not so much the ancient story as themselves today.
LSM (rus) · 22 Aug, 12:36
Museums increasingly offer activities for infants too
Museums in Latvia and worldwide are beginning to offer sessions for their youngest visitors — the National Library of Literature and Music Museum already runs activities for children from six months of age.
LSM Kultūra · 22 Aug, 10:36
Estonia's healthcare workers left to solve language barriers on their own
Researcher Jekaterina Maadla says Estonia's healthcare system lacks a funded, structured translation service, forcing medical staff to improvise solutions for non-Estonian-speaking patients. She argues the problem is systemic and affects society as a whole.
ERR News · 22 Aug, 09:36
TV tonight: The Voice UK welcomes new judge Kelly Rowland
Singer Kelly Rowland joins the judging panel for a new series of The Voice UK, as British television's evening schedule also features other entertainment shows and live sport.
The Guardian Culture · 22 Aug, 09:04
Krape water mill hosts fish farming and meadow herb elixirs
At Krape manor in Ogre municipality by the Lobe river, a local business community has developed tourism offerings, with the water mill's owners raising fish, making herbal elixirs and inviting guests to try local food and a countryside salt spa.
LSM Ceļošana · 22 Aug, 08:58
Near Lake Lādezers, a garden with nearly 300 medicinal plants takes root
Two women near Lake Lādezers in Limbaži municipality have spent three years building a health garden now home to almost 300 medicinal plants, some inherited from Jānis Ulmis's plant collection. They make teas and plant hydrolats, host visitors and keep expanding their knowledge of herbal medicine.
LSM · 22 Aug, 08:58
Astrologers name four zodiac signs people fall for most easily
Astrologers have singled out four zodiac signs whose natural charm and energy make others fall in love with them almost instantly. The article explains what sets these signs apart.
Latvijas Avīze · 22 Aug, 08:00
Celebrities who became grandparents before turning 50
A number of well-known public figures took on the role of grandparent much earlier than usual, with some reaching that milestone around age 40 and others just before turning 50.
Jauns.lv · 22 Aug, 07:59
Free city festivals vs. paid concerts: a debate over musicians' choices
A social media discussion has emerged over whether performing for free at city festivals reduces audiences for the same artists' paid concerts. The example cited is singer Dons, who skipped festivals this summer, alongside the band Sudden Lights, which does both.
Latvijas Avīze · 22 Aug, 06:59
Why famous actors walk away from their most successful TV shows
Several Hollywood stars have chosen to leave roles in popular, successful TV series in order to start a new chapter in their careers. The decision is usually driven by fatigue with a single character or a desire for new challenges.
Jauns.lv · 22 Aug, 06:59
Scientists discover previously unknown organ in the skull that could help fight brain cancer
Researchers have identified a previously unnoticed structure in the human skull that performs an important protective function and could become a valuable tool in treating brain cancer.
TVNET · 22 Aug, 06:02
Reader spots neurologist using ChatGPT during consultation — is it allowed?
A reader named Luīze contacted LA.LV after noticing her neurologist using the AI tool ChatGPT during a consultation. Latvia's National Health Service says doctors may use such tools, but data protection rules must still be followed.
Latvijas Avīze · 22 Aug, 05:59
This week in showbiz: Harry and Meghan's return plans, Diana's brother ready to reveal the truth, and Kanye West's hopes to perform in Russia
Last week's world showbiz news included reports that Prince Harry and Meghan may be planning a return, that Princess Diana's brother is ready to reveal the truth, and that rapper Kanye West hopes to perform in Russia.
Jauns.lv · 22 Aug, 05:58
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Specialist warns: overly tight underwear may raise urinary infection risk
A specialist notes that excessively tight-fitting underwear may become one of the causes of an unpleasant urinary tract infection, which can significantly affect daily life.
TVNET · 22 Aug, 05:03
Actress Zane Dombrovska announces changes in her personal life
Latvian actress and musician Zane Dombrovska has issued a statement about changes in her personal life, saying she will not comment further on the matter. She married businessman Guntis Učelnieks seven years ago.
Jauns.lv · 22 Aug, 04:58
Scientists identify possible new organ in the skull that could aid the fight against brain cancer
A new study suggests the human skull contains a previously unnoticed organ that quietly performs an important protective function and could eventually become a valuable tool in treating brain cancer.
Apollo.lv · 22 Aug, 04:03
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Tomato season: how to make bread that's tasty and packed with protein
In August and September, when tomatoes are at their juiciest and most fragrant, they are best enjoyed in every possible way, including on bread — a simple snack that, prepared right, can also become a good source of protein.
TVNET · 22 Aug, 04:03
15 Most Common Mistakes Women Make in Sex: What Hinders Pleasure and Intimacy
Latvijas Avīze has published a roundup of the 15 most common mistakes women make in sex, noting that dissatisfaction often stems not from a partner but from one’s own habits, insecurity and inability to talk openly about desires.
Latvijas Avīze · 22 Aug, 03:11
Horoscope for Saturday: Sun bids farewell to Leo with an afternoon energy shift
On Saturday, August 22, the Sun is in its final hours in Leo before entering Virgo. The Moon is in Capricorn during the morning, and a notable energy shift is expected in the afternoon.
Apollo.lv · 22 Aug, 03:07
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New Latvian language test challenges readers with 15 sentences
A new test asks participants to choose the correct word in 15 Latvian sentences. Some tasks are easy, while others may require careful thought.
Apollo.lv · 22 Aug, 02:03
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New low-cost airline to launch flights from northern Spain this December
A new low-cost airline will begin operations this December, connecting Spain's northern region of Galicia with several European cities, with tickets already on sale from 19 euros.
Apollo.lv · 22 Aug, 01:03