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Hosting Ukraine reconstruction conference to cost Estonia €13.5 million
Published: October 24, 2026 05:31
Estonia will spend €13.5 million to host the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Tallinn next January, bringing together thousands of international delegates to support Ukraine's reconstruction.
Gallery: Winning Tallinn Town Hall Square revamp design picked
https://news.err.ee/1610175988/gallery-winning-tallinn-town-hall-square-revamp-design-picked
Published: October 24, 2026 05:23
Tallinn's Town Hall Square is set to undergo renovations in the coming years. The winning design proposal "Pusle" envisions urban furniture that would suit both a summer park and the traditional Christmas market.
Twelve Eesti Laul finalists set for 2027 showdown
https://news.err.ee/1610174950/twelve-eesti-laul-finalists-set-for-2027-showdown
Published: October 23, 2026 14:29
Eesti Laul has revealed its 12 finalists for 2027, featuring contest newcomers and veterans alike set to face off in January's final concert.
Estonian employers get right to test employees' sobriety
https://news.err.ee/1610174548/estonian-employers-get-right-to-test-employees-sobriety
Published: October 23, 2026 13:56
Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act that take effect on October 26 will give employers the right to test employees for intoxication.
Prosecutors doubt sex offender ID photos in checks would help protect kids
Published: October 23, 2026 13:40
The Prosecutor's Office backs stronger background checks for people working with children but questions whether adding sex offenders' ID photos would really improve safety.
Proposal. New national roadmap requires Estonian Convention on the Future
Published: October 23, 2026 13:07
Estonia needs a new mechanism for making long-term strategic decisions that brings together experts, politicians and citizens while remaining above day-to-day party politics, Erik Terk, Mati Heidmets and Marju Lauristin write.
Expert: Estonian party ratings could shift as election campaigning ramps up
Published: October 23, 2026 12:24
The Center Party and Social Democrats topped Emor's October poll as long-time leader Isamaa slipped, with voters' party loyalties still far from firm, said expert Aivar Voog.
Police suspect bribery offense in roadworks quality control
https://news.err.ee/1610174674/police-suspect-bribery-offense-in-roadworks-quality-control
Published: October 23, 2026 11:56
On Tuesday, police detained two employees of the Transport Administration and a company representative on suspicion of bribery offenses linked to road construction projects.
Lihtsad uudised 23. oktoobril
https://news.err.ee/1610174602/lihtsad-uudised-23-oktoobril
Published: October 23, 2026 11:53
"Lihtsad uudised," meaning easy or simple news, is for anyone who wants to improve their Estonian language skills. Read a selection of this week's news stories below.
Estonia has a higher education gender gap and few plans to fix it
https://news.err.ee/1610173732/estonia-has-a-higher-education-gender-gap-and-few-plans-to-fix-it
Published: October 23, 2026 11:16
Men make up just 40% of students in higher education in Estonia. Experts say raising the compulsory school attendance age to 18 alone won't close the gender gap.
EDF intel chief: Russia greatly exaggerating its military success in Ukraine
Published: October 23, 2026 10:41
Russia continued to exaggerate its battlefield gains in Ukraine and launch large-scale attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure over the past week, while reports also emerged of potentially hostile Russian satellite activity in space.
Estonia supports postponing methane requirements
https://news.err.ee/1610174560/estonia-supports-postponing-methane-requirements
Published: October 23, 2026 10:09
The government endorsed a European Commission proposal at its meeting to postpone certain verification and reporting requirements under the EU Methane Regulation by one year.
Investigation finds no deliberate activity aimed against Estonia in Auvere drone incident
Published: October 23, 2026 09:33
The Prosecutor's Office has closed its investigation into a drone that struck a smokestack at the Auvere Power Plant because it was unable to establish the exact circumstances of the incident.
Defense minister: Estonia not entering the drone warfare era completely barehanded
Published: October 23, 2026 08:53
Defense Minister Martin Herem says the threat from Russia will increase dramatically once its war in Ukraine ends, making it essential for Estonia to accelerate defense preparations, strengthen air defenses and ensure the public understands the risks and…
Expert: Social Democratic Party sets new bar for recruiting political talent
Published: October 23, 2026 08:51
Jonatan Vseviov has a realistic chance of becoming Estonia's next prime minister, with SDE having played the strongest card of any party recruiting new political talent, ERR foreign policy journalist Mirko Ojakivi said.
Outgoing MFA secgen on Estonia's foreign minister: Frankly, we deserve better
Published: October 23, 2026 08:16
Foreign Ministry Secretary General Jonatan Vseviov, who is joining the Social Democratic Party (SDE), says Estonia is capable of achieving more in foreign policy and deserves better.
Estonia installs no overtaking signs for trucks on Tallinn-Pärnu route in a national first
Published: October 23, 2026 07:41
A ban on trucks overtaking other vehicles on a 2+1 section of the Pärnu-Tallinn highway took effect Thursday. It is the first restriction of its kind in Estonia.
Justice chancellor: University cannot bar Russian, Belarusian applicants
Published: October 23, 2026 07:09
Estonia's justice chancellor says TalTech cannot bar Russian and Belarusian applicants solely because their legal right to stay in Estonia may expire before graduation.
Estonia plans €4 million upgrade to state app and online portal
https://news.err.ee/1610173678/estonia-plans-4-million-upgrade-to-state-app-and-online-portal
Published: October 23, 2026 06:37
The Information System Authority (RIA) plans to upgrade Estonia's state online portal and Eesti app, improving usability and connecting more government systems and services.
Clocks need to be set back as Estonia switches to winter time this Sunday
Published: October 23, 2026 06:01
Estonia will switch to winter time in the early hours of Sunday, October 25, meaning clocks will be turned back one hour from 4 a.m. to 3 a.m.
Lithuanian energy company's subsidiary mulls gas-fired power plant near Tartu
Published: October 23, 2026 05:32
The Estonian subsidiary of Lithuanian energy group Ignitis is making preparations to potentially build a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of up to 200 MW in Kastre Municipality, Tartu County.
Center and Social Democrats overtake Isamaa in Emor poll
https://news.err.ee/1610174422/center-and-social-democrats-overtake-isamaa-in-emor-poll
Published: October 23, 2026 05:17
In October, the Center Party topped Emor's party ratings with 20.6 percent support, followed by the Social Democratic Party with 20.4 percent.
British influencer living in Estonia: My first sauna was a shock
https://news.err.ee/1610173639/british-influencer-living-in-estonia-my-first-sauna-was-a-shock
Published: October 22, 2026 13:29
Shauna Soitu moved to Estonia two years ago, loves the country's nature, culture and outlook on life. Although learning Estonian's special characters proved quite a headache, she is determined to master the language.
Education ministry to temporarily restrict access to Moodle platform
https://news.err.ee/1610173696/education-ministry-to-temporarily-restrict-access-to-moodle-platform
Published: October 22, 2026 13:19
The Ministry of Education and Research is implementing additional security measures starting Thursday in response to critical software vulnerabilities to ensure the security of the Moodle learning platform and the data processed within it.
Shorter-range HIMARS missiles arrive in Estonia
https://news.err.ee/1610173675/shorter-range-himars-missiles-arrive-in-estonia
Published: October 22, 2026 13:05
Defense Minister Martin Herem confirmed to ERR that missiles with a range of 70 kilometers for the HIMARS rocket artillery system have arrived in Estonia.
Prime minister: We'll definitely work better with the Social Democrats under Vseviov
Published: October 22, 2026 12:55
Prime Minister and Reform Party Chairman Kristen Michal said his party would certainly have better cooperation with the Social Democratic Party if it were led by Jonatan Vseviov.
Gallery: Tallinn hosts 11 Ukrainian artists' work from international residency
Published: October 22, 2026 12:53
Three Tallinn locations are showing work by 11 Ukrainian photographers and visual artists, capping a recent international art residency held in Estonia, Finland and Germany.
President's economic adviser: Politics has been emotionally draining
https://news.err.ee/1610173135/president-s-economic-adviser-politics-has-been-emotionally-draining
Published: October 22, 2026 12:21
In an interview with ERR, Maris Lauri reflects on the Reform Party's electoral prospects, the challenges of coalition government and the importance of avoiding costly election promises.
Estonia receives €32 million from EU for drone surveillance
https://news.err.ee/1610173066/estonia-receives-32-million-from-eu-for-drone-surveillance
Published: October 22, 2026 11:52
Estonia will be able to significantly boost its drone surveillance, as the European Union has allocated over €30 million for the cause, Minister of Interior Igor Taro (Eesti 200) said on Thursday.
€100 million investment turns Estonian startup Blackwell into a unicorn
Published: October 22, 2026 11:29
Cyberattack prevention startup Blackwall has raised €100 million from investors in a funding round that values the company at an estimated $2.2 billion.
Narva moves to terminate lease with Ro-Ro club over unpaid rent
https://news.err.ee/1610172964/narva-moves-to-terminate-lease-with-ro-ro-club-over-unpaid-rent
Published: October 22, 2026 10:56
The City of Narva is planning to end its lease with Art Club Ro-Ro, a fixture of the border city's cultural scene, as the club has racked up more than €7,000 in unpaid rent.
Head of Estonian builder: Rail Baltica deadline extension mitigates technical risks
Published: October 22, 2026 10:27
Rail Baltic Estonia CEO Anvar Salomets believes that delaying completion of the rail line will reduce technical risks but could increase costs due to inflation.
Goat at Estonian hobby farm surprises owners with triplets
https://news.err.ee/1610172913/goat-at-estonian-hobby-farm-surprises-owners-with-triplets
Published: October 22, 2026 09:49
Domestic goats typically give birth in spring and have one or two kids at a time, but one goat on a hobby farm in Tartu County recently gave birth to a rare set of triplets.
Protected plants standing in the way of one of Estonia's biggest residential developments
Published: October 22, 2026 09:10
A protected plant has sparked a major legal dispute over one of Tallinn's largest residential developments, with developer Merko facing a criminal investigation over alleged damage.
Estonian folk dancers' video goes viral with global Born From Culture trend
Published: October 22, 2026 08:27
A zero-budget folk dance video filmed in just hours in Tallinn topped a million views nearly overnight, pairing Estonian spirit with Atlanta rapper Future's viral "Mask Off."
ERR not broadcasting Youth Olympics ceremonies due to aggressor countries' symbols
Published: October 22, 2026 07:55
Estonia's public broadcaster ERR will not show the opening and closing ceremonies of the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar following the Olympic Committee's decision to allow athletes from Russia and Belarus to participate under their national flags.
Former finance minister becomes president's economic adviser
https://news.err.ee/1610172826/former-finance-minister-becomes-president-s-economic-adviser
Published: October 22, 2026 07:26
Former Minister of Finance and sitting Riigikogu member Maris Lauri (Reform) will start working as President Ãœlle Madise's economic adviser from November 2.
Estonian diplomat: Trump, Putin and Xi unlikely to agree on new world order
Published: October 22, 2026 06:34
Diplomat Jüri Luik told ERR that expectations are high for a possible meeting between the leaders of the United States, Russia and China, but they lack the power to establish a new world order.
New Astangu-Mäeküla nature reserve to cost Tallinn up to €5.5 million
https://news.err.ee/1610172757/new-astangu-maekula-nature-reserve-to-cost-tallinn-up-to-5-5-million
Published: October 22, 2026 05:55
Tallinn plans to establish the Astangu-Mäeküla nature reserve in the Haabersti district, with the purchase of privately owned land in the area set to cost the city up to €5.5 million.
German military practices deploying troops to Estonia
https://news.err.ee/1610172724/german-military-practices-deploying-troops-to-estonia
Published: October 22, 2026 05:22
The German military, for the first time, is practicing the deployment of additional troops to Estonia as part of the Brave Blue 26 military exercise.
Foreign ministry top official to resign and stand in 2027 election
https://news.err.ee/1610172709/foreign-ministry-top-official-to-resign-and-stand-in-2027-election
Published: October 22, 2026 04:51
The top official at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Jonatan Vseviov, has said he will resign on Thursday to run in next spring's national election for the Social Democratic Party (SDE).
Justice minister: Worst AI offenses should be equated with crimes against humanity
Published: October 21, 2026 13:49
Justice and Digital Affairs Minister Liisa Pakosta calls for stronger international regulation of AI to protect national sovereignty, smaller languages and cultures.
Center for Defense Investments sells Seli Manor
https://news.err.ee/1610172253/center-for-defense-investments-sells-seli-manor
Published: October 21, 2026 13:27
The Estonian Center for Defense Investments (RKIK) has sold the Seli manor complex at auction. The new owner plans to preserve the manor estate and find a suitable use for it.
Estonia to revoke draft dodgers' driver's licenses without court order
https://news.err.ee/1610172241/estonia-to-revoke-draft-dodgers-driver-s-licenses-without-court-order
Published: October 21, 2026 12:59
Young people who repeatedly fail to attend a medical examination after being summoned by the Defense Resources Agency could face financial penalties and ultimately lose their driver's licenses.
Estonian and Helsinki art academies hold joint exhibition in Finland
https://news.err.ee/1610172235/estonian-and-helsinki-art-academies-hold-joint-exhibition-in-finland
Published: October 21, 2026 12:27
A group exhibition will open at the Kuva/Tila exhibition space, bringing together students' work from the Estonian Academy of Arts (EKA) and the Academy of Fine Arts (KuvA) at the University of the Arts Helsinki.
School head: Failure is also something one needs to learn
https://news.err.ee/1610172115/school-head-failure-is-also-something-one-needs-to-learn
Published: October 21, 2026 12:03
Parents play a crucial role in shaping their children's self-esteem by providing unconditional support and helping them understand that failure is a natural part of learning, says school principal and trainer Cattre Hein.
New communications cable to be laid between Estonia, Sweden and Finland
Published: October 21, 2026 11:25
A Swedish company is laying a new fiber-optic communications cable connecting Sweden, Estonia and Finland, which is expected to enter service next year.
Reform Party leader: 20 seats in parliament enough to be a political player
Published: October 21, 2026 10:47
The Reform Party is aiming for 20 seats after the March elections for a strong team with which to defend the liberal worldview, Prime Minister Kristen Michal said.
Wise founder: AI will eventually reach every sector
https://news.err.ee/1610172037/wise-founder-ai-will-eventually-reach-every-sector
Published: October 21, 2026 10:00
Estonia's industrial sector could use AI and information technology to improve its relatively poor productivity, investor and entrepreneur Taavet Hinrikus has said.
Lauri Läänemets: Estonia must be among the shapers of European foreign policy
Published: October 21, 2026 09:47
Estonia must do more to influence decisions shaping Europe's security and Ukraine's future rather than risk having its own future decided by others, argues the author.
MP: Russian satellite's shadowing of Finnish satellite a 'deliberate provocation'
Published: October 21, 2026 09:11
The recent maneuvering of a Russian military satellite dangerously close to a Finnish radar satellite was a deliberate provocation and could have resulted in a major accident, physicist and Riigikogu member Mario Kadastik (Reform) said.
National Audit Office to analyze Financial Intelligence Unit data requests
Published: October 21, 2026 09:02
The National Audit Office has launched an audit to assess whether the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has implemented sufficient and effective controls over queries made to government databases.
3,000 liters of paint: Estonia's largest spray-painted mural completed in Tallinn
Published: October 21, 2026 08:26
Estonia's largest spray-painted mural has been completed after 2,000 hours on old factory walls in the Ãœlemiste City district of Tallinn and depicts a local legend.
PPA: Nothing extraordinary about right to confiscate electric scooters
https://news.err.ee/1610171953/ppa-nothing-extraordinary-about-right-to-confiscate-electric-scooters
Published: October 21, 2026 07:55
Police should be allowed to confiscate electric scooters that are banned from public roads without court approval, as similar powers already exist for other prohibited items, a senior police official said.
Tartu plans new pedestrian bridge between Kvissentali and Supilinn
https://news.err.ee/1610171911/tartu-plans-new-pedestrian-bridge-between-kvissentali-and-supilinn
Published: October 21, 2026 07:25
A new bridge for pedestrians and cyclists over Tartu's Emajõgi River largely depends on state support, but population growth in new residential developments is forcing the city to act.
Tallinn wins Estonian Christian Orthodox Church rental dispute
https://news.err.ee/1610171503/tallinn-wins-estonian-christian-orthodox-church-rental-dispute
Published: October 21, 2026 06:57
A yearslong rent dispute between the City of Tallinn and the Estonian Christian Orthodox Church came to an end Tuesday after the Supreme Court declined to hear the church's appeal.
Estonia places 15 historic shipwrecks under protection
https://news.err.ee/1610171383/estonia-places-15-historic-shipwrecks-under-protection
Published: October 21, 2026 06:25
Culture Minister Heidy Purga has designated 15 shipwrecks at least 100 years old in Estonian waters as cultural monuments.
Poll: Reform Party's rating slips
https://news.err.ee/1610171887/poll-reform-party-s-rating-slips
Published: October 21, 2026 05:53
The Reform Party, which saw its support increase in September, has seen a slip of 1.5 percentage points in the latest Norstat poll commissioned by the Ãœhiskonnauuringute Instituut.
Museum Association warns against politicization of Estonian National Museum
Published: October 21, 2026 05:51
Museums and other institutions in the sector support transforming the Estonian National Museum (ERM) into a public-law institution but warn against the governance model proposed by the Ministry of Culture.
Ida-Viru vocational school chief cuts six Estonian language teaching jobs
Published: October 21, 2026 05:39
Ida-Virumaa Vocational Education Center (IVKHK) has cut six Estonian language teaching positions amid falling enrollment and a push for additional state funding.
Cybersecurity and drone defenses: Estonia's utility companies boost security
Published: October 21, 2026 05:28
Estonia's utility companies are increasing their security and plan to move pipelines underground, develop drone defenses, and improve cybersecurity. The costs are likely to be reflected in customers' bills.
Women serve across Estonian Defense Forces as country's demographics shift
Published: October 20, 2026 14:19
Women can hold their own across the Estonian Defense Forces, officials say, as demographic shifts make their role in the country's wartime reserve increasingly important.
Cafe service coming to Elron's new Tallinn-Tartu trains
https://news.err.ee/1610171494/cafe-service-coming-to-elron-s-new-tallinn-tartu-trains
Published: October 20, 2026 14:06
New Å koda electric trains on Elron's Tallinn-Tartu route will offer onboard cafe service, letting passengers buy food and drinks during their journey.
International tender launched for Tallinn film studio complex
https://news.err.ee/1610171368/international-tender-launched-for-tallinn-film-studio-complex
Published: October 20, 2026 13:55
Tallinnfilm Studios has announced an international public procurement tender for the design and construction of a film studio complex planned for Paljassaare.
Study: Wetlands flora needs support to bounce back after restoration
https://news.err.ee/1610171326/study-wetlands-flora-needs-support-to-bounce-back-after-restoration
Published: October 20, 2026 13:30
Restoring natural water levels alone may not be enough to rehabilitate severely degraded wetlands, according to a new study. Restoration efforts must also actively encourage vegetation recovery, writes Ilona Tamm, a junior research fellow at the University…
Ad agency Tank breaks apolitical streak to handle Reform Party's 2027 campaign
Published: October 20, 2026 13:29
According to agency founder and creative director Joel Volkov, the deciding factor was the Reform Party's values, which can stand up to far-right populist politics.
Tallinn Old Town doubles as England for highly anticipated Indian film
Published: October 20, 2026 12:59
Tallinn Old Town recently transformed into early 20th-century England for the historical Indian film "The India House," bringing major Indian stars to the Estonian capital.
Keidi Jaakson: How we talk about immigration matters
https://news.err.ee/1610171047/keidi-jaakson-how-we-talk-about-immigration-matters
Published: October 20, 2026 12:32
Estonia faces genuine challenges from irregular migration, but repeated warnings of a potential crisis risk amplifying public fears beyond what the numbers warrant, writes Keidi Jaakson.
Estonia could learn from Israel's crisis preparedness
https://news.err.ee/1610171179/estonia-could-learn-from-israel-s-crisis-preparedness
Published: October 20, 2026 11:58
Estonia can learn from Israel's decades of experience with war, particularly when it comes to building shelters, warning the public about attacks and preparing people for crises, Israeli civil defense expert Yoram Laredo says.
Karl Lumiste: Reservists are both important and underpaid in Estonia
https://news.err.ee/1610171155/karl-lumiste-reservists-are-both-important-and-underpaid-in-estonia
Published: October 20, 2026 11:20
Investments in ammunition and concrete are of no use without motivated fighters to back them up, writes reservist Karl Lumiste.
Tallinn cancels Olympic swimming pool tender following ministry warning
Published: October 20, 2026 10:37
Tallinn City Council has canceled a tender to build an Olympic-standard swimming pool launched earlier this summer after the Ministry of Finance questioned the conditions. The project will now be delayed by at least a year.
Aaviksoo, Lauristin, Raidla: A manifesto for modernizing the way Estonia is governed
Published: October 20, 2026 10:08
Estonia needs to modernize its system of government, strengthen political accountability and give citizens a greater role in decision-making to restore public trust and address future challenges, Jaak Aaviksoo, Marju Lauristin and Jüri Raidla write.
Century-old German warship wrecks off Estonian coast hold hidden oil threat
Published: October 20, 2026 09:26
Off Hiiumaa island, German warship wrecks from 1916 are ticking ecological time bombs, holding thousands of liters of oil that could pollute Baltic Sea coastlines if released.
Owning an unused car to become more expensive from 2027
https://news.err.ee/1610171059/owning-an-unused-car-to-become-more-expensive-from-2027
Published: October 20, 2026 08:49
Although the number of junk cars has declined, more than 150,000 vehicles remain registered in Estonia that are either sitting unused or no longer exist.
Kristiine intersection redesign plans do not prioritize pedestrian bridge
Published: October 20, 2026 08:24
Tallinn has backed away from plans to build pedestrian bridges at the Kristiine intersection in the coming years, but still plans to improve the area for pedestrians, public transport and cyclists, Tallinn Deputy Mayor Kristjan Järvan (Isamaa) has said.
Estonia weighs color-coded Nutri-Score labels amid food industry concerns
Published: October 20, 2026 08:10
Estonia is moving closer to adopting voluntary Nutri-Score food labels, but producers question whether the simplified nutritional ratings really give consumers a fair picture.
Mari Peegel: Women can be villains too
https://news.err.ee/1610170483/mari-peegel-women-can-be-villains-too
Published: October 20, 2026 07:43
American TV series are increasingly portraying female murderers as victims of tragic pasts. While fresh perspectives can add depth, they can also obscure characters' true nature and lull society into complacency, writes Mari Peegel.
Tartu kindergarteners help build winter nests for hedgehogs
https://news.err.ee/1610170960/tartu-kindergarteners-help-build-winter-nests-for-hedgehogs
Published: October 20, 2026 07:06
As fall cleanups leave urban hedgehogs with fewer places to hibernate, kids and volunteers around Tartu are helping build winter nests for Estonia's 2026 animal of the year.
Estonian MFA: Europe must fill the gaps left by the US in supporting Ukraine
Published: October 20, 2026 06:28
According to Foreign Ministry Secretary General Jonatan Vseviov, Europe must take a decisive role in supporting Ukraine in light of criticism coming from the United States.
District heating prices rising across Estonia this winter
https://news.err.ee/1610170906/district-heating-prices-rising-across-estonia-this-winter
Published: October 20, 2026 05:28
District heating prices are rising across the country this autumn, but vary by region from 1 percent in Tartu in the south to 30 percent in Narva in the east.
Opposition's motion of no confidence in government fails
https://news.err.ee/1610170891/opposition-s-motion-of-no-confidence-in-government-fails
Published: October 20, 2026 05:08
A vote of no confidence initiated by the opposition in the Reform-Eesti 200 minority government failed on Monday evening.
Attorney: Police should not be given right to confiscate scooters without court order
Published: October 19, 2026 13:43
Police should not be allowed to confiscate noncompliant personal light electric vehicles without court approval, as doing so would seriously infringe on property rights, Sorainen attorney Marcus Niin told ERR.
Külli Taro: When the parliament seems to just get in the way
https://news.err.ee/1610170432/kulli-taro-when-the-parliament-seems-to-just-get-in-the-way
Published: October 19, 2026 13:03
For every election promise, it is worth asking what problem it solves, who it helps and at what cost, Külli Taro finds.
EU to fund permanent magnet production line in Estonia
https://news.err.ee/1610170387/eu-to-fund-permanent-magnet-production-line-in-estonia
Published: October 19, 2026 12:25
A new permanent magnet production line will be built in Estonia after the European Commission agreed to fund a project from Neo Performance Materials, which owns the Silmet plant and a magnet plant in Ida-Viru County.
Supermarkets seeing organic egg shortage as producers replace flocks
https://news.err.ee/1610170369/supermarkets-seeing-organic-egg-shortage-as-producers-replace-flocks
Published: October 19, 2026 11:51
Customers hoping to buy organic eggs in Estonia's supermarkets may have been left empty-handed in recent weeks due to supply chain issues, as producers are currently replacing their flocks.
Toto to perform in Tallinn in July 2027
https://news.err.ee/1610170327/toto-to-perform-in-tallinn-in-july-2027
Published: October 19, 2026 11:25
American pop rock band Toto will perform at Unibet Arena in Tallinn on July 29 next year.
Young audiences theater festival Naks kicks off in Tallinn and Narva
https://news.err.ee/1610170285/young-audiences-theater-festival-naks-kicks-off-in-tallinn-and-narva
Published: October 19, 2026 10:55
The Naks theater festival for young audiences takes place in Tallinn and Narva from October 19 to 24, offering a varied program for children, young people, families, teachers and theater professionals.
Women's épée team takes home World Cup bronze
https://news.err.ee/1610170234/women-s-p-e-team-takes-home-world-cup-bronze
Published: October 19, 2026 10:24
Estonia's women's épée team recorded several impressive victories at the World Cup event in Casablanca, Morocco, but fell to Russia in the semifinals.
AI recordings of doctor-patient conversations the new norm for Estonian hospitals
Published: October 19, 2026 09:41
Artificial intelligence systems that record conversations between patients and doctors, produce written summaries and help physicians make diagnoses and recommend next steps are already a reality in a number of hospitals.
Wind bands to play a bigger role in 2028 Song Celebration
https://news.err.ee/1610170105/wind-bands-to-play-a-bigger-role-in-2028-song-celebration
Published: October 19, 2026 08:56
Wind orchestra conductors from across Estonia gathered in Türi on Sunday to rehearse the repertoire for the 2028 Song Celebration.
French zoo names mink breeding center after Estonian zoologist
https://news.err.ee/1610170084/french-zoo-names-mink-breeding-center-after-estonian-zoologist
Published: October 19, 2026 08:19
A mink breeding center at the Calviac Zoo in southern France has been named after Estonian zoologist and MP Tiit Maran.
Study: Modern classrooms must teach reasoning and background behind facts
Published: October 19, 2026 07:56
As misinformation and alternative narratives increasingly compete with scientific facts, science education must do more than teach established knowledge, a recent analysis by Estonian researchers concludes.
New exhibition at Tartu Art Museum looks back at post-independence period
Published: October 19, 2026 07:36
An exhibition focusing on the period following the restoration of independence and the development of capitalism has opened at the Tartu Art Museum.
Estonian municipality hosting refugee center mulls court action as migration pressure mounts
Published: October 19, 2026 06:39
Effective measures and border controls in Poland and Lithuania have led to a significant increase in migration flows toward Estonia. Police predict that migration pressure will only grow.
Experts: Everyday household appliances can be targeted in cyberattacks
https://news.err.ee/1610169955/experts-everyday-household-appliances-can-be-targeted-in-cyberattacks
Published: October 19, 2026 06:12
Experts are warning that in the internet age, every connected device is a potential threat, following a cyberattack on a grocery store's refrigerators in France last week.
Expert: Trump parroting Putin's narratives and harming Ukraine's interests
Published: October 19, 2026 06:12
U.S. President Donald Trump's latest decisions are harming Ukraine in echoing Russian President Vladimir Putin's narratives, said security expert Marek Kohv.
Police will be able to confiscate illegal scooters under new law
https://news.err.ee/1610169907/police-will-be-able-to-confiscate-illegal-scooters-under-new-law
Published: October 19, 2026 05:23
Police officers will gain additional powers to confiscate electric scooters without going to court under new legislation aiming to increase safety for both drivers and pedestrians.
Eesti 200 and Greens will not merge
https://news.err.ee/1610169724/eesti-200-and-greens-will-not-merge
Published: October 18, 2026 13:45
Eesti 200 decided at its council meeting Sunday not to merge with the non-parliamentary Estonian Greens ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Janno Jakobson: Speaking Estonian not the same as teaching Estonian
https://news.err.ee/1610169682/janno-jakobson-speaking-estonian-not-the-same-as-teaching-estonian
Published: October 18, 2026 11:21
Students do not choose their parents, the language spoken at home or their socioeconomic background, but teachers can choose how they support students and what learning opportunities they provide, writes Janno Jakobson.
Gallery: Eesti 200 council meets to discuss party's future
https://news.err.ee/1610169667/gallery-eesti-200-council-meets-to-discuss-party-s-future
Published: October 18, 2026 10:49
The council of the Eesti 200 party is meeting Sunday, with discussions focusing on the future of the party whose support is well below the electoral threshold ahead of the March 7 Riigikogu elections.
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