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Astrology this week: the Sun moves into Virgo, shifting the overall mood
In the third week of August, life gradually settles after the recent powerful solar eclipse, and on August 23 the Sun moves from Leo into Virgo, turning the mood from boldness toward practicality.
TVNET · 17 Aug, 02:01
Quiz tests knowledge of Latvian history from the 19th century to today
Latvijas Avīze has published a history quiz covering events from the 19th century to the present, including a question about the 1802 peasant unrest in Vidzeme. The publication notes that most participants fail before reaching the modern-day questions.
Latvijas Avīze · 17 Aug, 01:02
Renaissance painter's works stolen from museum in Sicily
Thieves stole four paintings by 15th-century Renaissance artist Antonello da Messina from a regional museum in his hometown of Messina, Sicily, in works Italy's Culture Ministry called of exceptional value. The museum director and city mayor called the theft a severe loss for the city and the art world.
ERR (rus) · 17 Aug, 00:05
Deaths from diabetes complications in Latvia slightly down last year, patient numbers up
Last year 539 people in Latvia died from diabetes-related complications, five fewer than in 2024, according to the Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC). At the same time, the overall number of diabetes patients has grown.
Apollo.lv · 17 Aug, 00:05
Republican senator blasts Trump's 'crazy, stupid' remarks on MMR vaccine
US Senator Bill Cassidy, a physician who helped confirm RFK Jr as health secretary, has condemned President Trump's claims that the combined MMR vaccine is dangerous, warning that scrapping it would burden families and drive up costs.
The Guardian World · 17 Aug, 00:04
Seven things you should never lie about at a doctor's appointment
Doctors urge patients to be honest about medication use and lifestyle habits, since withholding information makes it harder to reach an accurate diagnosis. Reporting interruptions in treatment or self-medication attempts is especially important.
Delfi · 16 Aug, 23:03
Why hair gets greasy fast: six foods that may help
Hair that turns greasy just hours after washing is often linked to overactive sebum production in the scalp, which can be influenced by diet. Experts note that a balanced diet with certain nutrients may help support a healthier scalp.
Latvijas Avīze · 16 Aug, 22:00
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Liepāja Symphony Orchestra performs Mozart and Beethoven at Rundāle Palace
On Saturday, August 15, the Liepāja Symphony Orchestra performed in the White Hall of Rundāle Palace, presenting works by Viennese classical composers. The concert also included a piece by Latvian composer Emīls Dārziņš.
TVNET · 16 Aug, 20:59
Italy's art security has a week of contrasts: recovered paintings, then a new Sicily heist
Italian police announced Friday that three stolen paintings had been recovered near Parma, but by Saturday night thieves had stolen four more artworks in Sicily.
NPR World · 16 Aug, 20:02
Logie Awards 2026: Sam Pang wins Gold Logie, Sam Neill honoured posthumously
Comedian Sam Pang won the Gold Logie for Australia's most popular TV personality, while actor Sam Neill, who died in July, received a posthumous best actor award for his role in "The Twelve: Cape Rock Killer."
The Guardian World · 16 Aug, 18:05
Four Antonello da Messina Paintings Stolen in Sicily
Four paintings by Renaissance artist Antonello da Messina were stolen in the Sicilian city of Messina while a religious celebration was taking place, The New York Times reports.
The New York Times · 16 Aug, 18:00
Chekhov Theatre actor Nikita Osipov meets Madonna during US vacation
Nikita Osipov, an actor at Riga's Mikhail Chekhov Russian Theatre, has returned from a vacation in the US where he met singer Madonna, and has begun rehearsals for several new productions. He spoke about it in an interview with LSM.
LSM (rus) · 16 Aug, 17:58
Horoscope for August 17: a day for plenty of communication
The August 17 horoscope advises many zodiac signs to prepare for active communication, listen to others, and avoid unnecessary competition or hasty conclusions.
Latvijas Avīze · 16 Aug, 17:01
Walking the Camino de Santiago works best without expectations, experienced hikers say
On Latvian Radio's show "Kā labāk dzīvot," writer Grencberga and traveler Eniņa shared their experience of the Camino de Santiago, a route that can even be started from home in Latvia.
LSM · 16 Aug, 16:58
Number of diabetes patients in Latvia rose last year
Latvia recorded over 105,000 diabetes patients in 2025, up 2.1% from the previous year, with type 2 diabetes accounting for the vast majority of cases.
Delfi · 16 Aug, 16:04
This 10-Cent Heart Drug Could Cut Heart Failure Hospitalizations by 25%
Dutch UMCG researchers found that a low dose of the century-old drug digoxin, added to standard treatment, reduced heart failure hospitalizations by 25%. Costing less than ten cents a day, it could become a fifth standard medication for the condition.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 16 Aug, 16:04
Rapper ansis discusses the making of his album «222»
In the Latvian Radio 5 show «Izstāsti albumu», rapper ansis reveals how his album «222», nominated for the «Austras balva» award, came together. The musician describes it not as a collection of songs but as a film made of sequential scenes.
LSM · 16 Aug, 16:02
Rare Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina stolen from Sicilian museum
Thieves stole four 15th-century works by Renaissance master Antonello da Messina from a regional museum in Messina, Sicily, during Italy's national holiday. The theft is seen as a major blow to Italy's cultural heritage.
The Guardian World · 16 Aug, 15:00
Rapper ansis describes album «222» as a feature film in song form
In the Latvian Radio 5 show «Izstāsti albumu», rapper ansis discussed the making of his album «222», nominated for the Austra Award, describing it as a film whose scenes lose meaning when separated. He also shared that finishing an album leaves him feeling ready for a new creative mission rather than depleted.
LSM Kultūra · 16 Aug, 14:58
Cholera Outbreak Sickens More Than 90 in Myanmar's Largest City
More than 90 people have fallen ill in a cholera outbreak in Yangon, Myanmar's biggest city, as civil war and military rule have weakened the health system while heavy monsoon rains raise the risk of waterborne disease.
The New York Times · 16 Aug, 12:02
Ingrīda Zemzare looks back on 30 years with the Kremerata Baltica orchestra
Musicologist Ingrīda Zemzare, who has directed the chamber orchestra Kremerata Baltica, founded by Gidon Kremer, for more than a quarter of a century, has shared warm memories of nearly 30 years together in an interview with Latvian Radio 3 'Klasika'.
LSM · 16 Aug, 11:58
"I'm not going anywhere, I'm letting you go": Ingrīda Zemzare reflects on her years with Kremerata Baltica
Musicologist Ingrīda Zemzare, who has led the Gidon Kremer-founded orchestra Kremerata Baltica for over a quarter of a century, shared her reflections on the years together in an interview with Latvian Radio 3 "Klasika".
LSM Kultūra · 16 Aug, 11:58
Edinburgh show reimagines Highland and Irish dance traditions
A new Edinburgh festival production, Not for Glory, sees a former champion Irish dancer, a former competitive Highland dancer and a piper confront and reclaim the folk traditions they grew up with. The show runs at Assembly @ Dance Base until 23 August before transferring to London.
The Guardian Culture · 16 Aug, 10:59
Weekly horoscope (Aug 17–23): a week for careful planning and clear priorities
This week's horoscope advises most zodiac signs to avoid rushed decisions, plan tasks carefully, and pay closer attention to relationships with loved ones.
Latvijas Avīze · 16 Aug, 10:01
Kėdainiai: Lithuania's Cultural Capital shaped by Scots and the Radziwills
Kėdainiai has been named Lithuania's Capital of Culture for 2026, a historic town shaped for centuries by diverse ethnic and religious communities under the Radziwill family. Its old town preserves churches, synagogues and trading heritage dating back to the 17th century.
LRT English · 16 Aug, 09:06
Bafta-winning documentary about growing up in Afghanistan gets an update
ITV1 is airing an updated version of a Bafta-winning documentary following an Afghan boy who grew up to become a cameraman in Kabul, now extended with events since the Taliban's return to power.
The Guardian Culture · 16 Aug, 09:04
Astrologer names four birth years said to produce the most interesting people
Astrologer Sai Avani claims that people born in four specific years possess unusual charisma and memorable personalities. She argues these years stand out from an astrological perspective.
Latvijas Avīze · 16 Aug, 09:03
Latvian singer Dons draws thousands to open-air summer concert at Daugava Stadium
On Saturday evening, popular Latvian singer Dons performed a large open-air summer concert at Daugava Stadium in Riga, attracting several thousand listeners. The setlist featured his best-known hits alongside songs from his new album "Tuvums," released this summer.
Delfi · 16 Aug, 09:02
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24-hour "Krastu mačs" basketball tournament brings celebrities to Riga's Esplanāde
A 24-hour basketball tournament called "Krastu mačs" is taking place on August 15–16 near the Rainis monument in Riga's Esplanāde park, featuring well-known public figures and drawing many spectators.
TVNET · 16 Aug, 09:01
Anna Werman — the woman who gave Riga a garden
In the very centre of Riga, just steps from Merķeļa Street, a rose garden with a granite obelisk and two stone lions honours Anna Werman, the woman to whom the city owes its first public park.
LSM (rus) · 16 Aug, 08:59
Study: many young athletes take dietary supplements without consulting a doctor
Summarized research data show that some young athletes take dietary supplements without first consulting a doctor. Experts note that regular, intense physical activity places extra demands on a child's body in terms of quality nutrition.
LSM (rus) · 16 Aug, 08:03
Kārlis Auzāns: In creativity, I search for what no one has done before
Composer and Melo-M founder Kārlis Auzāns describes how he is driven by the search for something unique in music and life. His creative highlight of the summer was a Melo-M mega orchestra concert featuring 130 cellists from across Latvia.
Jauns.lv · 16 Aug, 08:00
When to Quit a Book: Experts Warn Against Giving Up Too Soon
A new look at reading habits examines why more readers abandon books midway, cautioning that shortened attention spans may cause people to quit works too early.
The New York Times · 16 Aug, 07:07
Crossing the street in the wrong spot in Italy could cost tourists up to €102
Italian traffic rules require pedestrians to use a crossing if one is within 100 metres, with fines for ignoring the rule, while drivers face separate risks from restricted traffic zones in city centres.
Jauns.lv · 16 Aug, 07:00
Weekly showbiz roundup: Kareļins and Latvia's famous Japanese resident marry, music pushes Rutulis forward
Jauns.lv has compiled the week's most notable events in Latvian showbiz, ranging from engagement and wedding news to a smuggling trial.
Jauns.lv · 16 Aug, 05:59
Riga names the best bakers of its signature "Vecrīga" pastry
A professional jury has selected its favorites in a competition for the best version of Riga's iconic "Vecrīga" dessert. Organizers stress that every visitor to the participating bakeries is a winner in their own right, as everyone has their own perfect version.
Delfi · 16 Aug, 05:06