Writing in Russian is critical for freedom of speech in Latvia

Writing in Russian is critical for freedom of speech in Latvia

The entire media environment was recently slightly shaken by the open letter of the Latvian Radio Editorial Board “The limits of freedom of speech are narrowing”. In the context of the threats and insults that Re:Baltica journalists are constantly receiving, a very unpleasant trend emerges. In other words, journalists are starting to be afraid to … Read more

LÚSIS COMMENTS ⟩ Why is Lucavsala the stupidest place to build a stadium?

LÚSIS COMMENTS ⟩ Why is Lucavsala the stupidest place to build a stadium?

It has been talked about for years that Riga needs a proper stadium. The fact that we are the only country in Europe without a stadium capable of hosting events with at least 8,000 seats makes us look even poorer than the poorest countries in Europe. Haters, of course, object, shouting that the national football … Read more

as the US’s biggest media mogul is about to marry into Russian oligarch circles

as the US’s biggest media mogul is about to marry into Russian oligarch circles

Russia does not leave the headlines, and March was no exception. First, tens of thousands of Russians gathered to mourn opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died last month in a penal colony in the Arctic. Many Russians then took part in a coordinated protest against the recent presidential election to show that the Kremlin’s yet … Read more

Involvement of artists in the Mediterranean war

Involvement of artists in the Mediterranean war

The war in the Gaza Strip has caused battles not only on the front line, but also in the circles of artists and intellectuals abroad. Some support Israel, others support the Palestinians. The idea of ​​war is being debated even in the art sector. Starting with discussions in academies, cancellations of award ceremonies in various … Read more