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Mexico Sharply Restricts Phone and Screen Use in Schools
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has approved sweeping new limits on cellphone and screen use in schools, with the rules set to take effect in November.
The New York Times · 11 h ago
Hope grows for Jelgava girl Olīvija to receive costly medication after donor support and state involvement
Of the 240,000 euros needed for treatment for young Jelgava resident Olīvija, donors have already contributed 150,000 euros, and the Children's Hospital has begun talks with a US manufacturer. The girl is also entitled to 30,000 euros in state support.
LSM · 21 h ago
Dardedze: schools talk too little about harmful sexual behavior among children
Latvian child protection center Dardedze says schools do not adequately address harmful sexual behavior between children, even though a third of sexual abuse of children is committed by another minor.
LSM · 22 Sept, 10:45
Nearly €100,000 raised for treatment of young girl Olivia from Jelgava
Almost one hundred thousand euros has already been donated to support the medical treatment of a young girl named Olivia from Jelgava. Her family says it has been deeply moved by people's generosity.
LSM · 20 Sept, 18:49
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Three-Year-Old Olīvija Needs €240,000 to Start Treatment for Rare Disease
Charity organization Ziedot.lv reports that three-year-old Olīvija has been diagnosed with a rare and severe illness — neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis type 2 (CLN2) — and her family needs at least €240,000 to begin the necessary therapy.
Apollo.lv · 20 Sept, 06:52
Divorce dispute over child's residence: does higher income win in court?
A woman who fears losing her eight-year-old daughter to her wealthier ex-husband after divorce sought legal advice. A lawyer explains that courts weigh the child's interests, not a parent's wallet.
Latvijas Avīze · 20 Sept, 06:46
Psychologist shares phrase that can help stop a child's tantrum
Psychologist Amy Kinkead Toohey explains how parents can help a child calm down during an emotional outburst instead of resorting to strict discipline. She recommends first acknowledging the child's feelings rather than trying to stop the tantrum outright.
Jauns.lv · 20 Sept, 06:44
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Recipe ideas for week 39: what to cook for dinner
A new weekly roundup offers dinner recipe ideas — from salads and soups to main courses and desserts — meant to make meal planning easier for week 39 of 2026.
TVNET · 20 Sept, 02:48
Jelgava family seeks help to fund treatment for daughter Olīvija — 240,000 euros needed
A young girl from Jelgava named Olīvija has a rare genetic disease, and starting her treatment requires 240,000 euros that her family cannot afford alone. The charity Ziedot.lv is calling on the public to help prevent her from becoming paralyzed.
LSM · 20 Sept, 00:52
Therapist: couples should learn their partner's "user manual" before moving in together
Psychotherapist Nancy Libiete advises couples to discuss early in their relationship how each partner wants to be comforted during hard times and how household duties will be split. Such conversations can help prevent conflict when the first serious crisis hits.
Delfi · 20 Sept, 00:50
Girl from Jelgava needs €240,000 for treatment of rare disease
Charity organization Ziedot.lv is appealing to the public for help for young Olivia from Jelgava, who has a rare genetic disease and needs €240,000 for treatment. The state does not cover the medication that could slow the disease's progression.
LSM (rus) · 19 Sept, 21:46
Survey: two-thirds of Latvian families struggle to make ends meet
A Welfare Ministry report finds that most surveyed Latvian families have difficulty covering their everyday expenses. The findings come from a mid-term evaluation of the 2022-2027 child, youth and family development guidelines.
Apollo.lv · 19 Sept, 21:45
Time still remains to enroll in a vocational school — additional admissions open until September 30
Although the school year has already begun, many vocational education programs still have open spots, with additional admissions continuing until September 30. Data from the Ministry of Education and Science shows growing youth interest in vocational training over recent years.
LSM (rus) · 19 Sept, 19:49
Frozen tomatoes for winter: a simple trick shared by experienced growers
Owners of the organic-certified family farm "Absolūts ēd" have shared on social media a tip for preserving tomatoes through winter by simply freezing them — an idea they picked up from their own customers.
Latvijas Avīze · 19 Sept, 19:48
Vegetable Nuggets: An Idea for a Healthy School Lunch
LSM shares an idea for a healthy lunch that schoolchildren can take with them — vegetable nuggets that parents can prepare together with their kids.
LSM (rus) · 19 Sept, 16:44
Additional enrollment at vocational schools continues until end of September
Although the new school year has already begun, several vocational schools still have open spots for various professions. Additional enrollment will continue until September 30.
LSM · 19 Sept, 12:48
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Parents again face the question: what to pack in a child's school lunch box
As the new school year begins, the recurring question of what to put in a child's lunch box to make it both tasty and nutritious has come up again. It's an issue that returns for parents every year.
TVNET · 18 Sept, 06:50
PISA 2025: nearly half of Latvian ninth-graders struggle to understand what they read
New OECD PISA results show Latvian students' reading skills have declined steadily over the past decade, even as math and digital problem-solving scores held up better. Experts say the issue must be tackled starting in primary school and through more conversation at home.
Delfi · 18 Sept, 05:50
Mother's Facebook post on school lunches — pasta, pork and sugared semolina — sparks heated debate
A mother of two publicly criticized Latvian school lunch menus, arguing that free meals are pointless if children refuse to eat them, triggering a wide-ranging online debate. Commenters split between blaming the menus and blaming children's eating habits at home.
Latvijas Avīze · 17 Sept, 08:48
Private preschool association head urges state support for earlier daycare access
Daina Kājiņa, head of Latvia's Association of Private Preschools, argues that state and municipal co-financing for preschool should be available whenever a family actually needs it, not only once a child turns one and a half. She notes that other European countries offer families much earlier access to preschool services than Latvia does.
Žurnāls Ir · 17 Sept, 06:48
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Health Ministry rejects State Audit Office assessment on children's healthcare
Latvia's Health Ministry says it disagrees with a State Audit Office review finding that children's health is a priority only "on paper."
TVNET · 16 Sept, 13:52
Ninth-graders average just 45% on natural sciences diagnostic test
Data compiled by the State Education Development Agency show that last year's ninth-grade natural sciences diagnostic test produced an average result of only 45%, with students performing better on knowledge-based tasks than on skills-based ones.
LSM · 16 Sept, 07:46
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Mentors help teens who are struggling at school
Absences, unfinished homework and poor grades don't always mean a young person lacks ability or motivation — often the real issue is not knowing how to study or being afraid to ask for help. In such cases, a mentor can offer support.
Apollo.lv · 16 Sept, 03:49
Latvian students' reading skills declining sharply, new PISA study shows
The latest OECD PISA study shows Latvian students' performance has significantly worsened over the past decade, with reading comprehension declining fastest. Education experts are examining several possible causes.
Delfi · 15 Sept, 04:53
16-Year-Old Basketball Player Balances School Excellence with Sports Success
Latvian Youth Basketball League standout Raimonds Meļņikovs, 16, manages a demanding daily routine combining school and intensive training, which his family compares to living between two equally strict schools. Experts warn the line between healthy discipline and overload depends on the individual.
Delfi · 15 Sept, 03:50
Vegetable and Ham Pancakes: A Hearty School Lunch Idea
Latvian broadcaster LSM has shared a recipe for autumn vegetable pancakes with cheese and ham, offering a filling lunchbox idea for schoolchildren.
LSM (rus) · 13 Sept, 21:44
Stylist: school outfits should still reflect a child's own personality
Estonian fashion consultant Karolin Kuusik says that even where school uniforms are required, children's clothing should leave room for their individual style. She points to polo shirts, pleated trousers and skirts, and the preppy look as this autumn's key trends.
ERR News · 13 Sept, 09:44
After alarming PISA results, Latvia may make reading skills a national priority
Following unexpectedly poor PISA 2025 test results, Latvia's State Education Development Agency wants to make improving reading literacy a national priority. The agency admits that until now such efforts have relied mainly on individual enthusiasm rather than a coordinated approach.
LSM · 12 Sept, 21:45
Unresolved paternity status may block grandmother from seeing grandchildren
A case has emerged in Latvia where a woman seeking to reconnect with her grandchildren is being denied contact because her son has not legally resolved the question of paternity. Specialists explain how this affects grandparents' rights to contact with children.
LSM · 12 Sept, 14:47
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Midwife Agnese Lemeševska: trusting a higher power eases uncertainty in life and childbirth
In an interview with TVNET, midwife Agnese Lemeševska says life becomes easier when people trust a higher power, since no one can control everything and there are no absolute guarantees, in daily life or in childbirth.
TVNET · 12 Sept, 02:50