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Band Tante Gaida releases second album «Līdz nāve mūs šķirs»
The Latvian indie pop band Tante Gaida presented its second album, «Līdz nāve mūs šķirs» («Till Death Do Us Part»), at the Vagonu zāle venue in Riga on 24 October. The reviewer sees the group as one of the positive trends in new Latvian pop music.
Diena · 1 Nov, 17:10
Study: Women's Emotional Sensitivity Is a Product of Practice, Not an Innate Gift
A study covering more than 600,000 people in 76 countries found that women are better at understanding and guiding others' feelings, but that this is the result of long-term practice rather than an inborn trait.
ERR (rus) · 1 Nov, 17:09
People Often See Signs From Departed Loved Ones During the Veļu Season
On 1 November, the Latvian newspaper Latvijas Avīze looked at which signs people link to the presence of departed relatives during Veļu laiks. There is no scientific evidence for such contact, but similar motifs recur in folk beliefs and personal stories.
Latvijas Avīze · 1 Nov, 16:09
Bedrocan bankruptcy threatens epilepsy patients' access to medical cannabis in the UK
The bankruptcy of Dutch firm Bedrocan puts the UK supply of Bedrolite at risk, a cannabis oil used by people with drug-resistant epilepsy. Most patients obtain it only privately, as the NHS prescribes it extremely rarely.
The Guardian Science · 1 Nov, 15:11
Illustrative Image on Medical Portal “Datamed” Led Reader to Believe Her X-ray Showed a Deformity
The medical test results portal “Datamed” will remove an illustrative X-ray image that patients could mistake for their own scan. A reader named Inga paid for a private doctor’s visit because of it.
Latvijas Avīze · 1 Nov, 15:09
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Sexy n’ Scary Halloween Party Held in Riga
SEXYSTYLE has held its Halloween party “Sexy n’ Scary” at the Angārs venue in the Tallinas Street quarter in Riga. The event featured bold costumes and spicy performances.
TVNET · 1 Nov, 14:11
Authors Face AI-Written Fake Fan Mail – One Writer Traced a Scammer to the Philippines
Authors are increasingly receiving fake emails, written with generative AI, from supposed readers who ask for money to promote their books. A Guardian writer played along and obtained a postal address in the Philippines, where scam compounds operate.
The Guardian Culture · 1 Nov, 14:09
Latvian National Theatre Premieres «Principiāla nostāja», a Play About Crime Investigation in Latvia
The Latvian National Theatre in Riga has recently premiered the play «Principiāla nostāja» («A Principled Stance»). It is the second part of a planned trilogy about crimes and their investigation in Latvia, and its creators discussed it on Latvian Radio 3 «Klasika».
LSM · 1 Nov, 13:11
National Theatre stages «A Matter of Principle», a play on Latvian history through an investigator's memories
The Latvian National Theatre has recently premiered the play «Principled Position». It is the second joint work by its director, playwright and set designer in a planned trilogy about crimes in Latvia.
LSM (rus) · 1 Nov, 13:09
Deja Vu: Did a secret book fuel a witch-hunting frenzy in Europe?
The latest episode of Al Jazeera's programme Deja Vu examines how new media have fuelled conspiracy theories over time. It spans European witch-hunts through to artificial intelligence.
Al Jazeera · 1 Nov, 12:11
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Riga hosts third "Sabbath" night of electronic music and alternative culture
The "Sabats" (Sabbath) event took place in Riga on 31 October, Halloween, for the third year in a row. It brought together fans of electronic music, alternative culture and unusual experiences.
TVNET · 1 Nov, 12:10
AI recreates lost 19th-century painting by Estonian artist Johann Köler in Viljandi
The Viljandi Museum in Estonia is showing a reproduction of Johann Köler's lost 1864 painting, recreated with AI from a single black-and-white photograph. Exhibitions marking the artist's 200th birth anniversary have drawn large crowds this year.
ERR News · 1 Nov, 12:10
Brooker and Morgan on the new Cunk series, AI and Hollywood
British comedy duo Charlie Brooker and Diane Morgan discuss the new three-part BBC series Cunk on Cinema and their collaboration in an interview. They also cover AI, Brooker's dinner with Kanye West and their upcoming projects.
The Guardian Culture · 1 Nov, 12:09
Estonian Study «History of Livonia» Now in Latvian Offers a Fresh, Non-National View of the Middle Ages
An ambitious Estonian-authored study, «History of Livonia», covering the medieval period in the territory of Latvia and Estonia, is now available to Latvian readers. Its scientific editor Gustavs Strenga says it offers a non-national and more nuanced view than 30 years ago.
LSM Kultūra · 1 Nov, 11:10
Fish solyanka in Klapkalnciems: an autumn stop on the Kurzeme coast
A restaurant reviewer for the Latvian daily Diena recommends visiting the Klapkalnciems fish shop-café by the Riga–Kolka road in autumn. Its fish solyanka and chili cheese balls received top ratings.
Diena · 1 Nov, 11:09
Edmund Burke's work on the French Revolution was published on 1 November 1790
"Reflections on the Revolution in France" by the British politician and thinker Edmund Burke was published on 1 November 1790. Today marks 236 years since its release.
LSM · 1 Nov, 11:08
Radio in a changing era: what stays constant and what evolves
A piece by Latvian public media LSM looks at how radio adapts to shifts in technology, audience demands and interests. It asks which values endure and what forecasts can be made on technology and content choices.
LSM · 1 Nov, 10:10
Celebrity roundup: Stevie Wonder in eviction case, Prince William debuts on Graham Norton's show
Singer Stevie Wonder has gone to court seeking to remove a woman who lived rent-free in his property for nearly 40 years. Separately, Neil Young is demanding $10 million from the US president over the use of his song.
Diena · 1 Nov, 10:09
Dafne Keen and Harriet Walter recall working with Patrick Stewart
Actors Dafne Keen and Harriet Walter shared personal memories of working with Patrick Stewart in The Guardian. They describe him as a warm, playful colleague who never made a child feel small.
The Guardian Culture · 1 Nov, 10:09
Musician Artūrs Uškāns on his path from accordion and tuba to folk and rock
Musician Artūrs Uškāns, from Latgale in eastern Latvia, discusses his career in an interview and his anniversary festival in three towns. He also talks about the return of compact discs and the unique kokles made by Donāts Vucins.
Diena · 1 Nov, 09:09
US scientists uncover a new cholesterol pathway and a possible drug candidate
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have described in Nature a previously unknown process by which a high-cholesterol diet weakens the liver's ability to clear LDL cholesterol. Blocking the enzyme CTSA sharply lowered LDL levels in mice.
ScienceDaily Veselība · 1 Nov, 08:11
Korean Language Gains Ground in Japan
Korean terms are increasingly appearing in Japanese. The New York Times describes the trend as a striking reversal from colonial times and a sign of South Korean culture's global appeal.
The New York Times · 1 Nov, 08:11
Horoscope: Three Zodiac Signs Most Drawn to the Sea on Holiday
German publication Bunte has named three zodiac signs — Libra, Aquarius and Sagittarius — that most often choose to spend their holidays by the water. Each sign has its own style of relaxing and favoured destinations.
NRA · 1 Nov, 08:09
Girls' Names Popular in 1980s Hungary: Portal Picks Five That Still Sound Beautiful
The Hungarian parenting portal gyerekszoba.hu has compiled five attractive girls' names that were especially common in Hungary in the 1980s. The list of the country's most popular names has since changed almost completely.
Jauns.lv · 1 Nov, 07:10
This month's theatre streaming picks: the Gisèle Pelicot trial play, a Damien Jalet film and Stoppard's Arcadia
The Guardian's theatre roundup highlights productions available online in November, including Milo Rau's documentary play about the Gisèle Pelicot trial. It also covers an Amsterdam theatre music release, the dance film DuEls and two recorded stage works.
The Guardian Culture · 1 Nov, 07:09
89 of 100 Drawings Honoring Tammsaare's Novel Sold at Estonian Auction
An auction of artworks by Estonian artists marking 100 years since the first volume of Anton Hansen Tammsaare's novel "Truth and Justice" was published sold 89 of 100 pieces. All the exclusive book editions with reproductions on their covers also found buyers.
ERR (rus) · 1 Nov, 06:11
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Kim Kardashian wears silicone gown with plunging neckline at All's Fair event
Kim Kardashian attended a promotional event for the second season of the series All's Fair in a Schiaparelli haute couture dress. The outfit resembles a futuristic sculpture rather than a classic evening gown.
TVNET · 1 Nov, 06:10
Latvia's Ambulance Service: About 30% of Stroke Patients Seek Help Too Late
Latvia's Emergency Medical Service says that in the third quarter of this year, help was sought late in an average of 30% of stroke cases. The service and hospital neurologists remind the public how to recognise a stroke and why to act immediately.
NRA · 1 Nov, 05:11
Salt and Bay Leaf Ritual at Home: How It Is Done and What It Symbolises
The portal Vanidades.com describes a folk-tradition ritual with salt and bay leaves, suggested for the weekend after cleaning the home. There is no scientific evidence that it affects a home's energy, but it may help people pause and set goals.
Latvijas Avīze · 1 Nov, 05:11
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November horoscope: astrologers promise relief after October's changes
An astrological forecast for November says the month will bring relief and clarity after the changes of October. The influence of retrograde Mercury and Venus is still expected in the first half of the month.
TVNET · 1 Nov, 04:11
November Astrological Forecast: Retrograde Planets Still Felt Early in the Month
A November horoscope published by Apollo.lv says the month will bring relief and clarity after the changes of October. The influence of retrograde Mercury and Venus is expected to linger in the first half.
Apollo.lv · 1 Nov, 04:11
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Quiz: Can You Recognise at Least 10 of 15 Latvian Films From a Single Quote?
The news portal Apollo.lv has published a quiz on Latvian cinema. Participants must identify 15 films, each from one quote, with a goal of getting at least 10 right.
Apollo.lv · 1 Nov, 03:11
November Quiz: 10 Questions to Test Your Knowledge
Latvian newspaper Latvijas Avīze has published a short 10-question quiz about November on its website. It lets readers test their knowledge and pick up a new fact.
Latvijas Avīze · 1 Nov, 02:11
Gastroenterologist Danilans: a long life should also be a full one
Professor Anatolijs Danilans, a gastroenterologist, stresses that living long is not enough and that staying vigorous in old age matters too. He shared advice on maintaining good wellbeing as a senior.
TVNET · 1 Nov, 01:10
How to Slow Browning in Cut Avocado and Keep It Fresh Longer
Cut avocado flesh turns brown because of oxidation, but lemon juice and tight wrapping can slow the process. The half should be kept in the fridge and used within one to two days.
Latvijas Avīze · 1 Nov, 00:10
Dutch duo Haevn to perform in Riga in 2027
The Dutch neoclassical pop duo Haevn (HAEVN) will play at the Palladium concert hall in Riga on 8 October 2027. The show is part of the duo's new European tour, “Anima”.
NRA · 1 Nov, 00:10