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Estonia Gives Green Light To Tallinn Airport Expansion Plans
MENAFN
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July 4, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 4. In a cabinet meeting held on Tuesday, the Government of Estonia discussed the country's air connectivity strategy and approved key measures to advance the development of Tallinn Airport, Trend...
How many economic losses from climate-related events has Europe suffered since 1980?
Euronews
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Published on 04/07/2025 - 14:56 GMT+2 Europe has experienced over €790 billion in economic losses due to extreme weather and climate-related events from 1980 to 2023, according to a new European Environment Agency (EEA) report. Germany suffered...
Liquid gas from Russia reaching Estonian market despite sanctions
ERR
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July 4, 2025
Since December of last year, the import of propane, butane and their mixture — liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) — from Russia into the European Union has been under sanction. Nevertheless, these goods continue to reach the Estonian market through...
Minister: Estonia cannot adopt unfeasible obligations with new climate targets
ERR
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July 4, 2025
The European Union wants to reduce carbon emissions by 90 percent by 2040 compared to 1990 levels. Estonia agrees with the plan only if the necessary technology exists and interim assessments are realistic, Minister of Energy and the Environment...
Fickle June weather and taxes take a toll on small islands' tourism revenue
ERR
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July 4, 2025
June's erratic weather and the impact of tax hikes left a mark on summer tourism revenues for Estonia's small islands. Due to unstable weather, visitors often couldn't make it to Ruhnu and tourists were also more selective when it came to food....
Estonian band Duo Ruut's Denmark show canceled after airport mishap
ERR
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July 3, 2025
Estonian folk band Duo Ruut were forced to cancel their appearance at the Roskilde festival in Denmark after their signature instrument – the kannel – did not make it to the venue in time. Estonian folk band Duo Ruut were forced to cancel their...
Struuvik and Fraunik the goats to help out at Tartu Observatory this month
ERR
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July 3, 2025
This Saturday (July 5), two goats from Tootsi Farm – Struuvik and Fraunik – will take up residency outside the Tartu Observatory. The goats will spend the next two weeks on site trimming the lawn, though if there is still enough grass and hay to...
Estonia And Israel Take Ties To New Heights With Embassy Launch In Tallinn
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 3. Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tzahkna met with Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar in Tallinn on July 2 as part of Sa'ar's first official visit to Estonia and discussed issues related to...
The untold story of the Estonian Song Festival arch
Estonian World
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July 3, 2025
Estonia’s cherished Song Celebrations take place beneath the iconic arch at the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds – but how was this architectural landmark created?* More than 41,000 performers from across Estonia and abroad will take part in the...
Storm and strong wind warning issued across Estonia on Thursday
ERR
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July 3, 2025
A "dangerous" level two weather alert has been issued across northern Estonia by the Environment Agency as storms and strong winds are forecast later on Thursday. Strong winds are expected this afternoon with gusts of up to 18 m/s on the west...
A history of the Estonian Song Celebration: timeline from 1869 to today
Estonian World
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July 3, 2025
The Estonian Song Celebration (Laulupidu) is a cultural phenomenon that, every five years, unites a vast choir for a single weekend in July; approximately 100,000 spectators gather to witness the concerts – many joining in as beloved national...
School day to start at 9 a.m. or later in Estonia from next September
ERR
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July 3, 2025
The Estonian government has approved new changes to the regulations on schools and the educational environment. The most significant change is that from September 2026, the school day will generally start at 9 a.m. or later. Minister of Education...
Israel to open an embassy in Estonia, deepening security and digital ties
Estonian World
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July 3, 2025
In a move rich with diplomatic symbolism and strategic intent, Israel has announced plans to open an embassy in Tallinn – a significant milestone in the relationship between the two democracies on Europe’s eastern edge and the Middle East. The...
'It's an honor,' 3 expats on why they're taking part in Estonia's Song Festival
ERR
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July 3, 2025
Estonia's Song and Dance festival takes place this weekend, bringing together thousands of Estonians from across the world. But there will also be plenty of non-Estonians under the singing stage's arch. ERR News spoke to three long-term residents...
Tallinn-based Vok Bikes raises €5 million to replace vans with next-gen electric cargo bikes
EU Startups
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July 2, 2025
Vok Bikes, an Estonian company behind a new generation of four-wheeled electric cargo bikes, has raised €5 million to further expand across Europe and accelerate the shift away from vans in city centres. The Series A funding round is led by SQM...
The Tallinn question
New Eastern Europe
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July 2, 2025
As Russia’s aggression against Ukraine continues, the question of whether NATO and the EU would come to the aid of the Baltic states becomes increasingly important. With an increase in US rhetoric concerning a potential withdrawal, it is now more...
Israel to open embassy in Tallinn
ERR
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July 2, 2025
During an official visit to Estonia on Wednesday, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced that Israel will open an embassy in Tallinn. On Wednesday, (July 2), Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met his Estonian counterpart Margus...
Liivalaia tramline and Tallinn main street revamp will not take place at same time
ERR
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July 2, 2025
The Liivalaia tramline and the "main street" project will not be carried out at the same time as it would close two important roads for several years, Tallinn Mayor Jevgeni Ossinovski (SDE) said on Wednesday, rejecting an idea allegedly proposed...
Estonian Refugee Council’s Annual Report: 69,000 people reached across 6 countries
The Baltic Times
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The Estonian Refugee Council (ERC) has published its 2024 annual report, summarising the key activities of the past year. In 2024, the organisation reached over 69,000 people, providing immediate assistance in crisis situations and supporting...
Optibrium partners with TalTech on EU-funded PhD program to advance sustainable drug discovery
Medical News
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July 2, 2025
Optibrium, a leading developer of software and AI solutions for molecular design, today announced its partnership with TalTech (Tallinn University of Technology) to co-supervise an EU-funded PhD position as part of the INNOCHEMBIO programme. This...