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Historian Zolneroviča publishes research on Latvia's hippie movement
Historian Līva Zolneroviča has published a book on the hippie subculture in Latvia from the 1960s to the 1990s, which has drawn more public interest than expected. The author notes that Latvian hippies did not aim to overthrow Soviet power but simply wanted to live by their own values.
LSM Kultūra · 8 Aug, 16:14
Moby's Tartu concert draws thousands of fans, including around 3,000 from Latvia
Electronic music artist Moby performed at the Tartu Song Festival Grounds in Estonia on Thursday, August 6, marking his first tour in over a decade. The show also drew roughly 3,000 attendees from Latvia.
Jauns.lv · 8 Aug, 15:19
Rucava's tradition-preserving summer school sees record turnout
The annual 'Summer School of Ringing Bells' in Rucava wraps up on Saturday, with around 70 residents of different generations taking part this year. The closing event will feature an exhibition and concert.
LSM (rus) · 8 Aug, 14:15
Average age of mothers giving birth continues to rise in Latvia
Central Statistical Bureau data show that in 2025 the average age of mothers at childbirth in Latvia reached 30.6 years, continuing a long-term upward trend. At the same time, the number of very young mothers has dropped sharply while the share of children born in marriage has grown.
Jauns.lv · 8 Aug, 13:17
Latvia sees slight drop in number of induced abortions last year
Latvia recorded 2,421 induced abortions last year, 13 fewer than the year before, according to the Centre for Disease Prevention and Control.
Apollo.lv · 8 Aug, 13:16
Politician: Pitbull concert cancellation to cost organizers hundreds of thousands of euros
Latvian politician Filips Rajevskis says the cancelled Pitbull concert will cost organizers hundreds of thousands of euros in losses, though he doesn't expect lasting damage to the country's concert industry. The show was cancelled over stage construction safety concerns.
Jauns.lv · 8 Aug, 12:20
Ariana Grande's thin appearance fuels online debate over how to discuss celebrity bodies
Social media has been consumed by discussion of Ariana Grande's ultra-thin body from her 'Petal' music video, prompting debate among eating-disorder survivors about whether such commentary helps or harms. Her representative says she will step back from public visibility after her current tour.
The Guardian Culture · 8 Aug, 12:18
Beating the summer heat: July's newly published books
LSM Kultūra highlights that July's new book releases can offer a refreshing escape from the busy, heat-filled Latvian summer schedule. The piece is framed as part of the outlet's recurring summer reading feature.
LSM Kultūra · 8 Aug, 12:15
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TVNET+ bike stage hosts talks with artists at Valmiera Summer Theatre Festival
During the Valmiera Summer Theatre Festival on August 8, the TVNET+ bike stage is hosting public discussions with artists and festival organizers, broadcast live.
TVNET · 8 Aug, 11:16
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TVNET+ mobile stage stops at Valmiera summer theatre festival
Valmiera is hosting a summer theatre festival through August 9, and on August 8 the TVNET+ mobile stage joined the festival's centre with public talks and discussions.
Apollo.lv · 8 Aug, 11:15
Women reshape Riga's street art and graffiti scene
Riga's street art and graffiti scene, long seen as a male-dominated space, has become noticeably more diverse in recent years as women's presence grows more visible.
LSM · 8 Aug, 09:15
More women's voices emerging in Riga's street art
Riga's street art and graffiti scene, long seen as a male-dominated space, has grown noticeably more diverse in recent years as more women become part of it.
LSM Kultūra · 8 Aug, 09:15
Astrologers name three zodiac signs prone to emotionally controlling others
Astrologers have identified three zodiac signs whose representatives are said to more often show a tendency to control the emotions and behavior of people around them.
Latvijas Avīze · 8 Aug, 08:20
Bella Ramsey on growing up on screen, before and after fame
Actor Bella Ramsey, 22, known for roles in Game of Thrones and The Last of Us, discusses starting a career as a child, buying their first flat, and upcoming projects. Ramsey also opens up about a recent neurodivergence diagnosis and their ambivalence about calling acting a 'career'.
The Guardian Culture · 8 Aug, 08:17
Daugavpils faces backlash over €66,000 municipal funding for new «Seagull» music festival
The inaugural «Seagull» electronic music festival in Daugavpils, backed by €66,000 from the city council, has drawn sharp criticism after failing to convince the public of its value to the city.
LSM Kultūra · 8 Aug, 08:16
Ceramics unearthed at possible site of Metsepole castle in Latvia
Large-scale archaeological excavations are underway at the Grebu hillfort in Dikļi parish, Valmiera district, where researchers have found the first fragments of ceramics just centimeters below the surface. Archaeologists hope the dig will reveal whether this was the site of the Livonian castle of Metsepole mentioned in historical sources.
LSM (rus) · 8 Aug, 08:15
A familiar scene: when insomnia strikes before an important day
Many people know the situation well — lying awake at night, unable to switch off restless thoughts, while anxiety builds over the demanding day ahead.
TVNET · 8 Aug, 07:20
Tālivaldis Kronbergs recalls two years with the Jesuits and Latvia's Catholic revival
Essayist Tālivaldis Kronbergs has published a personal reflection on Delfi about time spent with the Jesuits three decades ago and the revival of the Catholic Church in Latvia during the final years of Soviet rule.
Delfi · 8 Aug, 07:16
Expert names flowers that bloom longest in the garden
Biologist Vija Rožukalne recommends long-blooming flowers such as coneflowers, catmint and coreopsis, plus foliage plants that stay attractive all season.
LSM · 8 Aug, 07:14
Olivia Rodrigo surprises fans with secret Brooklyn concert
Olivia Rodrigo announced a same-night $25 concert at Brooklyn's Warsaw venue on Thursday, with tickets sold only in person. Around 1,000 fans enjoyed an intense hour-long show ahead of her upcoming world tour.
The Guardian Culture · 8 Aug, 06:20
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Blasting car AC directly at yourself in summer heat may harm your health
Estonian media outlet Postimees warns that a common habit — turning the car air conditioner to full power and pointing the cold air directly at oneself after entering a sun-heated car — can be harmful to health.
TVNET · 8 Aug, 06:17
Meghan Markle turns 45, Elton John marks 36 years sober, Schwarzenegger seen with ex-wife again
A weekly roundup of world showbiz news highlights Meghan Markle's 45th birthday, Elton John's 36 years of sobriety, and Arnold Schwarzenegger being spotted again alongside his ex-wife.
Jauns.lv · 8 Aug, 06:16
Horoscope for August 8: Sun and Jupiter in Leo Boost Confidence
On August 8, the Sun and Jupiter are aligned in Leo, creating a powerful energetic conjunction that fuels confidence and a drive to achieve something remarkable.
Apollo.lv · 8 Aug, 04:17
Second Katseye member this year steps back for health reasons
Katseye singer Sophia Laforteza is taking a temporary break from the group to focus on her health, becoming the second member to leave this year. The group will continue performing with four members.
BBC World · 8 Aug, 04:16
A wave-carved stone arch survives high and dry in the Nevada desert
Near West Wendover, Nevada, a ridge hides Window Rock, a stone arch shaped by the waves of the vast Ice Age Lake Bonneville thousands of years ago. Reaching it today requires driving rough backcountry roads.
Atlas Obscura · 8 Aug, 03:18
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Summer travel season brings pickpocket risk in popular tourist cities
A travel roundup notes that in the summer, alongside large crowds of visitors, pickpockets become more active in popular European and US cities, so travelers are advised to keep a closer eye on their belongings.
Apollo.lv · 8 Aug, 03:17
Wasted medicines in England could fill 75 swimming pools annually
The National Pharmacy Association estimates 3,400 tonnes of partly used medicines were discarded in England in 2024-25, costing the NHS at least £480m a year, and is urging patients to order only what they need.
The Guardian World · 8 Aug, 02:15
Delfi looks back: concerts cancelled at the last moment in Latvia
After Pitbull's concert in Latvia was cancelled at the last minute in late July, Delfi recalls other cases in the country's concert history when anticipated shows failed to take place, including a Depeche Mode concert scrapped due to the singer's illness.
Delfi · 8 Aug, 00:20
LSM.lv Russian-language service publishes new episode of talk show "Let's Discuss in the Evening"
On August 7, 2026, LSM.lv's Russian-language service published a new episode of its recurring discussion program "Обсудим вечером" (Let's Discuss in the Evening).
LSM (rus) · 8 Aug, 00:19
Summer travel warning: pickpockets active in popular tourist cities
A roundup names 10 cities in Europe and the US where large tourist crowds attract pickpockets. Travelers are advised to keep a closer eye on their belongings this summer.
TVNET · 8 Aug, 00:14
Psychologist explains why some Pompeii residents failed to flee Vesuvius in time
Survival psychologist Dr Sarita Robinson explains how people react to sudden disasters and why only some residents of Pompeii managed to escape before the 79 AD eruption of Vesuvius.
Delfi · 7 Aug, 23:19
Vecāķi beach to host traditional sunset organ concert on Saturday
This Saturday, Vecāķi beach will turn into an open-air concert venue for a traditional sunset organ performance staged on the lifeguard station's balcony. The event was featured on LSM's program "Обсудим вечером".
LSM (rus) · 7 Aug, 22:14
Elīna Didrihsone opens up: motherly bond took time to arrive after son's birth
Influencer Elīna Didrihsone has shared that for a year and a half after her son Jason's birth, she did not feel the emotional bond with him she had expected. Strong maternal feelings emerged for her during a trip she had to take without him.
Latvijas Avīze · 7 Aug, 21:16
Edinburgh fringe play In the Black exposes the dark side of corporate finance
Writer-performer Quaz Degraft's solo show In the Black returns to the Edinburgh fringe, following a young Ghanaian American finance worker drawn into a culture of silence and complicity. The play explores #MeToo themes from a male perspective.
The Guardian Culture · 7 Aug, 20:19
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Actress Linda Kalniņa confirms marriage to J. J. Džilindžers
Actress Linda Kalniņa has publicly confirmed in an interview with magazine "Jauns OK" that she has married director J. J. Džilindžers. The couple had not previously made an official statement about their marriage.
Apollo.lv · 7 Aug, 20:16
International competition exhibition 'Teodors'26' opens in Mālpils
The second international competition exhibition 'Teodors'26' has opened in Mālpils at the Skulme family home and the historic Art Manor. A sculpture symposium concludes tomorrow, with its resulting works to be placed in the surrounding landscape.
LSM Kultūra · 7 Aug, 20:15