Era of Dance: How Riga Brought Techno Music to the Soviet Union
A new Latvian/Russian documentary film tells the story of how the techno explosion of the '80s was brought to the Soviet Union - via RigaContinue Reading →
Hidden Riga: Finding Beauty in a City's Crumbling Corners
On the Paslēptā Rīga page, Jauja posts images from secret courtyards, ornate details in decaying doorways and floral patterns on long-forgotten tiles...Continue Reading →
The Baltic States in a Post-NATO Environment: An Interview with Edward Lucas
"If we can get through the next few years, which are going to be difficult from a geopolitical point of view, I think the Baltic states have a very bright…Continue Reading →
From Memel to Klaipėda: the Lithuania Minor Revolt 94 Years On
In January 1923 Lithuanian troops entered Memel, dressed as civilians, where they staged a revolt, easily taking control from the French troops stationed thereContinue Reading →
Didzis Melbiksis: Sticking Up for Refugees in the Baltics
Latvian Didzis Melbiksis is the UNHCR Association Communication Officer for Northern Europe, responsible for managing the UN's communication with the media and public in the region.Continue Reading →