Lecture by Philosopher Dr. phil. Māris Kūlis “Turbulence: Terrorism, Truth and Reality in an Age of Uncertainty” – Riga, October 20, 2026

Lecture by Philosopher Dr. phil. Māris Kūlis “Turbulence: Terrorism, Truth and Reality in an Age of Uncertainty” – Riga, October 20, 2026

The Knowledge Commission of the Riga Latvian Society invites you to a lecture by philosopher Dr. phil. Māris Kūlis on terrorism, truth and the perception of reality in an age of uncertainty. The lecture will take place on October 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Līgo Hall of the Riga Latvian Society House. Māris Kūlis will address the problems of terrorism, propaganda and truth. The discussion will examine how violence, information and its interpretation shape people’s perception of reality. One of the central questions will be the difficulty of distinguishing truth from appearance. The lecture will also encourage reflection on the role of philosophy in such a situation. Māris Kūlis is a philosopher and researcher at the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology of the University of Latvia. He has defended a doctoral degree in philosophy with a thesis on changes in the understanding of truth. The researcher participates in international conferences, and the results of his academic work have been compiled in books and publications. The event will be suitable for those interested in exploring contemporary information-space and societal issues in greater depth. Admission to the event is free.

What to Expect at the Event

The lecture will examine the experience of uncertainty, crisis and turbulence in the modern world. Māris Kūlis will focus on people’s ability to navigate situations in which insecurity affects both the future and their understanding of what is happening in the present. Listeners are invited to reflect on the concept of truth, the influence of propaganda and the importance of interpreting reality.

Venue and Time

The event will take place on October 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Līgo Hall of the Riga Latvian Society House, 13 Merķeļa Street, Riga.

Tickets

Admission is free. Free invitations are available at SIA “Biļešu Paradīze” ticket offices.

Important Information for Visitors

• The event is organized by the Riga Latvian Society.
• The event will be filmed and photographed.
• Photographs and video materials may be used to promote the event on social media and in the media.

Why Attend

This is an opportunity to hear a philosopher’s perspective in person on questions concerning the reliability of information, the interpretation of violence and the search for truth. The lecture offers space for reflection on how our understanding of what is happening in the world is formed.