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Next year's Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Burgas, Bulgaria
The 2027 Eurovision Song Contest will take place in the Bulgarian city of Burgas after Bulgarian performer Dara won this year's competition. The semi-final and final dates in May have already been set.
LSM Kultūra · 13 Aug, 11:59
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Latvian translation published of acclaimed Ukrainian author Yuliya Ilyukha's story collection "My Women"
Publisher "Valters un Rapa" has released a Latvian edition of Ukrainian writer Yuliya Ilyukha's internationally recognized short story collection "My Women," which explores the human tragedies caused by war. The book won the BBC Book of the Year title in 2024 and was a finalist for the EBRD Literature Prize.
TVNET · 13 Aug, 11:02
EBU changes rules: Eurovision hosting can be denied to a country hit by armed conflict
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has amended the Eurovision Song Contest rules, allowing it to deny hosting rights to a country affected by armed conflict or a serious security threat. Previously, the winning country automatically received the right to host the following year's contest.
LSM Kultūra · 13 Aug, 10:58
Breast cancer remains widespread in Latvia — mobile mammography reaches rural women
Breast cancer remains the most common malignant tumour in Latvia and the leading cause of cancer death among women, making mobile mammography services vital for early detection outside major cities. Daugavpils Regional Hospital is one of the institutions offering this service in the Latgale region.
LSM (rus) · 13 Aug, 08:58
Bill Nighy on dashed writing dreams and his new role as a reclusive novelist
Actor Bill Nighy discusses his new film & Sons, in which he plays a reclusive novelist, reflecting on his own abandoned dream of becoming a writer and his views on fame and modern life.
The Guardian Culture · 13 Aug, 08:05
"Awakening Before the Awakening": How Young Artists Saved the Vāne Church in 1983
The Vāne Evangelical Lutheran Church, built in 1663, is highlighted as an example of Latvia's sacred heritage saved in 1983 by creative youth — now well-known musicians, actors and artists — in a process that became a genuine forerunner of Latvia's national Awakening.
LSM Kultūra · 13 Aug, 06:59
Social anthropologist: our idea of society is often just a simplified snapshot
RSU lecturer Agita Lūse discusses how digital media, individualism and social-network simplifications are reshaping people's ability to build and maintain interpersonal relationships.
Delfi · 13 Aug, 06:05
Magazine "Ir" publishes new collection of jokes and witty remarks
Latvian magazine "Ir" has released a fresh batch of anecdotes in its humor section, touching on everyday life, family and society.
Žurnāls Ir · 13 Aug, 06:04
Model Anastasija Aleksejevska becomes advocate for kidney patients after transplant
Model Anastasija Aleksejevska has been diagnosed with lupus nephritis, a kidney condition caused by autoimmune disease. Following a successful kidney transplant, she now wants to use her experience to help other kidney patients in Latvia.
Apollo.lv · 13 Aug, 05:07
Small surprises can bring freshness to a couple's intimate life
Experts suggest that a couple's intimate life doesn't always need major changes — often a small new sensation or surprise is enough, and many ideas can be tried using things already found at home.
Latvijas Avīze · 13 Aug, 04:07
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Online quiz tests knowledge of rare Latvian regional words
A new online quiz invites readers to test how well they know 15 Latvian dialect words that are rarely heard today. The quiz challenges participants to guess the meaning of each term.
Apollo.lv · 13 Aug, 04:04
Man in Norway wins case after 18 years of wrong thyroid cancer medication
A resident of Northern Norway was mistakenly prescribed the wrong thyroid cancer medication for 18 years, harming his health. He sued the state and won, receiving substantial compensation.
TVNET · 13 Aug, 04:03
Gallery Cut Art opens new Roberts Bāliņš exhibition on longing and fire
Artist Roberts Bāliņš has opened a new solo exhibition, 'Longing as Culmination,' at gallery Cut Art, presenting around 20 new works that expand his signature tubular forms in a monochrome palette.
Žurnāls Ir · 13 Aug, 03:05
Quiz: How well do you know pigmentation spot prevention?
A quiz on pigmentation spot prevention and skin care has been published, giving participants the chance to test their knowledge and win a prize.
TVNET · 13 Aug, 02:04
Kurzeme's Soviet-era industrial buildings get a second life
On the Kurzeme coast, former Soviet-era industrial buildings such as fish smokehouses are being turned into new cultural and educational spaces. The initiatives are part of a growing Latvian community devoted to restoring architectural heritage.
Žurnāls Ir · 13 Aug, 01:03
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Basketball film star with Latvian roots still recognized decades later
A modestly budgeted basketball film released in the US in the 1980s unexpectedly became a sports-cinema classic, and the actor behind one of its roles turns out to be the son of Latvian immigrants.
Apollo.lv · 13 Aug, 01:02
How a Young Man with Latvian Roots Became a Sports Film Legend
A small-budget basketball film released in the United States in the 1980s unexpectedly became a sports cinema classic still discussed 40 years later, and one of its roles brought fame to an actor who turns out to be the son of Latvian immigrants.
TVNET · 13 Aug, 01:01
Quiz: could you survive 1926 New York? Only 1 in 20 can prove it
A new entertainment quiz invites readers to imagine returning to 1926 New York and test whether they would know how to navigate the era.
Latvijas Avīze · 13 Aug, 01:01
US Health Officials Continue Flagging Lettuce-Linked Outbreaks
US regulators are still tracking outbreaks of foodborne illness tied to fresh leafy greens, including cyclosporiasis and salmonellosis, prompting some consumers to turn to indoor home gardening as an alternative.
Wired · 13 Aug, 00:02
Universal Adds ‘Obsession’ Villain-Victim to Halloween Park, Sparking Backlash
Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that Nikki, the possessed lead character from the hit horror film Obsession, will appear as a scare actor at Halloween Horror Nights, prompting debate over whether portraying a victim as a monster is appropriate. The actor who plays her says she'd love the role.
Wired · 12 Aug, 23:02
Tērvete hosts Zemgalian Festival with craft and combat re-enactments
More than 160 participants from Latvia and abroad gathered in Tērvete for the 23rd Zemgalian Festival, showcasing the ancient Baltic tribe's crafts and fighting skills. The event has been held at the site for 23 years.
Delfi · 12 Aug, 23:01
Eurovision to bar broadcasters from hosting if their country is in armed conflict
The European Broadcasting Union has updated Eurovision's rules so that a winning country's broadcaster cannot host the contest if its state is involved in an armed conflict or a sensitive geopolitical situation. Next year's contest will still take place in Bulgaria following Dara's win.
Guardian Ukraina · 12 Aug, 22:03
Photo from Riga's Central Market recalls beer and oil prices from 2004
A photo from Riga's Central Market showing 2004 grocery prices has gone viral on social media, sparking nostalgia and debate over cheap beer, oil and other goods.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Aug, 22:03
EBU changes rules: winning country could lose right to host Eurovision
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has introduced new rules allowing it to deny hosting rights to a Eurovision winner's country if armed conflict or instability significantly affects its security. The change could potentially affect Israel, which placed second in the contest for two consecutive years.
Delfi · 12 Aug, 21:58
Why does a dog tilt its head while listening to a person?
Hungarian researchers have studied why dogs often tilt their heads while listening to humans. It turns out there may be several reasons, ranging from processing information to seeing and hearing better.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Aug, 20:04
Guardian invites readers' questions for Evanescence's Amy Lee
The Guardian is calling for reader questions for Evanescence frontwoman Amy Lee ahead of an upcoming interview, following the band's release of new album "Sanctuary".
The Guardian Culture · 12 Aug, 20:04
Photographer Hark1karan on his favourite shot: a Punjabi family portrait with dirtbikes in Southall
London photographer Hark1karan recalls capturing his favourite image — a Punjabi family portrait in Southall featuring brothers and their father posing with dirtbikes and a quad bike. The photo was taken in 2021 while filming a documentary about the local community.
The Guardian Culture · 12 Aug, 18:02
So-called 'lazy diets' gain online popularity, but experts urge caution
As summer draws to a close, interest is rising again in simplified 'lazy diets' promising weight loss without complex meal plans, though nutrition experts warn of their risks. Such diets rely on simple rules and a limited range of foods but may fail to provide the body with all necessary nutrients.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Aug, 18:02
Latvian Medical Association: violence against medics is a serious and widespread problem
The Latvian Medical Association says survey data confirm that violence against doctors by patients or their relatives is a serious, widespread issue, an issue highlighted again after an incident at Jēkabpils Regional Hospital.
Delfi · 12 Aug, 18:01
Horoscope for August 13: Every sign faces its own test
The latest daily horoscope for August 13 outlines different challenges and opportunities for each zodiac sign, ranging from a need to stay calm to a possible new beginning in relationships.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Aug, 17:05
Thousands of freshwater lagoons form among Brazil's sand dunes after rainy season
Brazil's Lençóis Maranhenses National Park features white sand dunes bordered by jungle and ocean, with thousands of freshwater lagoons appearing after the rainy season.
NPR World · 12 Aug, 17:04
Kokle player Laima Jansone appears at the Baltics' largest folk festival in Viljandi
Latvian kokle player Laima Jansone was among this year's guests at the Viljandi folk festival in southern Estonia, performing through a collaboration with Estonian singer Mari Kalkun.
LSM Kultūra · 12 Aug, 16:58
Simple clock-drawing test can reveal early signs of dementia
A Russian gerontology expert recommends a simple clock-drawing test that can help detect early memory and cognitive problems before other symptoms become noticeable. A score below 9 out of 10 points may indicate the need to consult a specialist.
Latvijas Avīze · 12 Aug, 16:01
Riga to host street art festival «ROW Baltics» on August 22
The street art and culture festival «ROW Baltics» will take place for the fourth time on August 22, from 10:00 to 22:00, turning the urban environment into an open-air contemporary art gallery. The event brings together artists, athletes, dancers and musicians from Latvia and abroad.
LSM Kultūra · 12 Aug, 15:58
How to Choose the Right Office Chair for Your Height and Body Type
Ergonomics experts explain how to pick an office chair that eases back pain and supports proper posture, factoring in budget, height and build. The ideal choice differs from person to person.
Wired · 12 Aug, 15:05
'Dirty Deal Teatro' to open new season with play on men's role in demographic decline
Theatre 'Dirty Deal Teatro' will premiere the play 'Stiprais dzimums' (The Stronger Sex) on September 3, exploring men's role in Latvia's demographic crisis. The production is directed by Tomass Treinis with text by playwright Matīss Gricmanis.
LSM Kultūra · 12 Aug, 14:59