Deportation of Germans from Estonia: Who, where from and on …
5 days ago · Germans living in Estonia had the opportunity to relocate to Germany in 1939 and 1941, and it was also possible to receive permission to leave during the German occupation. In addition, fleeing became an option in 1944. However, despite these events, there were still Germans in Estonia, several hundred of whom fell victim to Soviet repression in mid-August …
How could Trump's plans affect Estonia? | News | ERR
4 days ago · ETV weekend current affairs show "AK. Nädal" examined how Trump's announced plans so far might impact Europe and Estonia. Europe is concerned about how Donald Trump will act and how to maintain trusted alliances, said former President Kersti Kaljulaid. While, in her view, there is no reason for great optimism, there is no need to sulk either.
Estonia's nicotine policy stuck behind Nordic decision makers
6 days ago · Estonia's Nordic neighbors are discussing nicotine content limits in Snus, powdered tobacco leaves pouches, Finnish national broadcaster Yle reported last month. Since their legalization in 2019, Estonia has not set a limit on these products. Annemari Linno, adviser to the department of public health of the Ministry of Social Affairs, said ...
Exotic creatures increasingly among abandoned pets
5 days ago · Some cats have endured severe hardships before reaching the shelter. "Recently, there was a cat abandoned in such a manner that it was placed in a cardboard box, with the word 'CAT' written on it in large letters. The box had been there for at least 24 hours, and the cat was in a state of complete shock, lying motionless," Mõisamaa recounted.
Whether stateless persons will lose right to vote still undecided
5 days ago · The constitutional amendment that would strip Russian and Belarusian citizens of the right to vote in local elections is likely to pass in the Riigikogu and could take effect as soon as next fall's local elections. However, it remains unclear whether stateless persons, or holders of Estonia's alien's (so-called gray) passports will retain their voting rights.
Archeological study suggests existence of cultural layers in Tartu ...
5 days ago · 09.11.2024 22:54. Design of the future Siuru Cultural Center in Tartu. Source: 3+1 arhitektid. Archaeological preliminary surveys have begun in Tartu Central Park on the grounds of the future Siuru Cultural Center. Initial test pits have revealed that cultural layers requiring further archaeological study are present within the park's territory.
Estonian Air Force officer: Ukraine holds firm on eastern front
4 days ago · Source: 'Ukraina stuudio,' interviewer Reimo Sildvee. While Russian forces have concentrated their most significant forces on the front line in eastern Ukraine and have captured several villages and towns there, a major breakthrough has still not been achieved, Chief of Staff of the Estonian Air Force (Õhuvägi) Colonel Fredi Karu said.
Estonian MEP: Europe needs a strong leader | News | ERR
5 days ago · News. Riho Terras. Source: Georg Savisaar/ERR. Isamaa MEP Riho Terras said in an interview with local paper Põhjarannik that a major European country head should emerge as a pan-European leader to steer the union away from increasing bureaucracy and ideological politics and back on a path of progress. According to Terras, the key figure behind ...
Estonia triumphs at World Team Disc Golf Championship
6 days ago · 09.11.2024 02:46. Estonia's disc gold team in Australia. Source: Eesti Discgolfi Liit. Estonia successfully defended its team disc golf world championship title win in Australia this week. In the final, Estonia defeated Australia, while Canada beat Norway to claim bronze. In the men's division, Estonia was represented by five-time Estonian ...
Eesti 200 urges allowing more skilled labor into Estonia
5 days ago · The party council's statement reads: "Eesti 200's ambition is to double our economy by 2035. To achieve this, we need more resources than our current population allows. Eesti 200 does not support uncontrolled mass immigration. We want to open the labor market to smart skilled labor. This discussion must not be feared, as stagnation of the ...