Latvians celebrate the summer solstice

Full Episode
48:45

Traditional Latvian folk dancing during summer solstice celebrations at Ziemeļblāzma Park in northern Riga, Latvia.

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Latvians mark the summer solstice by celebrating the longest day of the year. Also, a new discovery of a rare genetic mutation of one family in Colombia may present an opportunity to learn how the body could naturally resist Alzheimer’s. And, new mothers in different parts of the world find that preparing the traditional foods of their own mothers and grandmothers from their home countries can ease the transition to motherhood. Plus, a look at the intersection of fashion and sports as Paris hosts the Summer Olympic Games.

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In This Episode

‘This is the biggest thing that all Latvians wait for’: Summer solstice festivities begin in Latvia
Special Coverage
4:41
Proponents of rewilding in Canada come up against local regulations
4:13
Baseball rises in Argentina thanks to Venezuelan migration
Special Coverage
3:51
Namibia high court overturns ban on same-sex relations
0:26
Colombian family’s gene delays Alzheimer’s
3:49
How food can help new mothers after birth
3:58
Episode 4: The Fall
Special Coverage
12:18
Fashion and sport intersect on the global stage in Paris
5:27
In Tokyo, some public toilets inspire wonder
Special Coverage
6:10
Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra still strong at 35
1:40