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OLYMPIC HANGOVER DOES NOT FADE

Despite a hangover, the mood remains positive after Estonia's successful Olympic performance.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC
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National & Local

ROOT ⟩ Allan Hmelnitski's drawing

The article discusses a drawing by Allan Hmelnitski, showcasing his artistic contributions and connection to cultural events in Estonia.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC
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National & Local

GUEST ⟩ Your bottom recognizes

The article humorously reflects on the joys and challenges of hosting guests, highlighting the fleeting moments of enjoyment before the inevitable end of the gathering.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC
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National & Local

LARGE STUDY ⟩ Does vegetarianism hinder a child's growth? One million infants responded

A large-scale Israeli study reassures parents about the safety of vegetarian diets for infants amid increasing adoption of plant-based lifestyles.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC
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VIDEO: Ukraine dealt a painful blow to Russian air defense in Crimea: drones destroyed S-400 launchers and radars

Ukrainian special operations forces have reportedly destroyed a Russian S-400 missile system and its radar in Crimea.

Feb 27 • 11:58 UTC
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National & Local

Mamdani requested 21 billion dollars from Trump for New York

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump to request $21 billion in federal funding for affordable housing and infrastructure projects.

Feb 27 • 11:57 UTC
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Sports

CONTINUING A FANTASY? A small club from Norway got a favorable draw in the Champions League, City and Real meet for the fifth consecutive year

The Norwegian club Bodø/Glimt has received a favorable draw against Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Champions League round of 16.

Feb 27 • 11:45 UTC
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National & Local

For 20 million: Hitler's birthplace will soon become a police station and a human rights center

The birthplace of Adolf Hitler in Braunau am Inn, Austria, is set to be transformed into a police station and a human rights center, with a significant investment of 20 million euros.

Feb 27 • 11:45 UTC
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National & Local

How much of Europe demands taxation of the rich and large corporations? See what Estonians think

A recent Eurobarometer survey reveals a significant divide in European citizens' expectations regarding the taxation of wealthy individuals and large corporations, highlighting varying levels of support across different countries.

Feb 27 • 11:30 UTC
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National & Local

WHO'S BOUNDARY WAS CROSSED? ⟩ 'One hundred percent the type of school bully!' Kris Kärner's and Vilja Kiisler's interview sparked a heated debate on social media

The interview between Kris Kärner and Vilja Kiisler ignited significant debate on social media regarding accountability and the tone of journalistic questioning.

Feb 27 • 11:26 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO AND GALLERY: The screenwriter recognized a colleague at the special screening of 'Säärase mulgi': 'Pure jeweler's work'

The film 'Säärase mulgi' premiered at a special screening hosted by Postimees, where cast and crew shared insights with the audience.

Feb 27 • 11:20 UTC
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National & Local

Sweden Moves Towards a Social Media Ban for Children

Sweden plans to implement a nationwide ban on mobile phones in schools by 2026 and is considering a social media ban for children.

Feb 27 • 11:15 UTC
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Life & Tech

Four Reasons Why You Wake Up in the Middle of the Night

The article explores common causes for waking up at the same time each night, suggesting biological and habitual factors at play.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
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National & Local

A Woman's Life Changed to Hell: I Would Rather Give Birth to Ten Children in a Row than Experience This Pain

Gabrielle De'Athe has experienced a nightmare scenario starting from a simple toothache, leading to a debilitating diagnosis of atypical trigeminal neuralgia that has taken away her work and social life.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
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National & Local

LORETTA KRUUSIMÄE ⟩ Being a caregiver for a person with multiple disabilities is a very time-consuming job in Estonia

Loretta Kruusimäe shares her experience of being a full-time caregiver for a person with profound disabilities, highlighting the challenges and time commitment involved.

Feb 27 • 10:59 UTC
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National & Local

Actor from the series 'The Wire' died in a tragic fire

Bobby J. Brown, known for his roles in various thrillers including 'The Wire', passed away at the age of 62 in a tragic fire incident.

Feb 27 • 10:57 UTC
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National & Local

Tallinn is closing the Lubja tram station

Tallinn will begin repairs on the curve tracks at the Lubja tram station, leading to a change in local traffic organization and the transport routes, and the station will not reopen after the repairs are completed.

Feb 27 • 10:56 UTC
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National & Local

Bank of Estonia: Entrepreneurs' assessment of loan availability has improved

Estonian entrepreneurs perceive an improvement in their access to bank loans, surpassing several indicators of the European average.

Feb 27 • 10:52 UTC
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National & Local

The Tartu municipality and local entrepreneurs supported Ukraine with battery stations and generators

Tartu municipality representatives collaborated with their sister municipality in Vasylkiv, Ukraine, to provide support by sending battery stations and generators.

Feb 27 • 10:48 UTC
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Sports

VIDEO: A completely absurd basket was made in the Euroleague

An incredible and accidental basket was made by Collin Malcolm of Tel Aviv Hapoel during a Euroleague game.

Feb 27 • 10:45 UTC
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National & Local

Bryan Adams will not come to Estonia this year

Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams will perform in Riga, Latvia, on September 27 instead of Estonia.

Feb 27 • 10:32 UTC
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Life & Tech

Olive oil producer warns: this common habit spoils the expensive oil

A producer warns that improper storage of olive oil can quickly diminish its quality.

Feb 27 • 10:32 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO INTERVIEW: "If I start saving money now, I'll finish the film in 400 years!" Märt Koik on film funding in Estonia

Estonian actor Märt Koik discusses the challenges of film funding in Estonia and advocates for increasing support for filmmakers to produce more films.

Feb 27 • 10:30 UTC
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World

Nearly 8,000 Migrants Died or Went Missing Last Year

The International Organization for Migration reported that at least 7,667 migrants died or went missing globally last year, with the actual number likely being much higher.

Feb 27 • 10:24 UTC
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World

Mystery Solved: NASA Veteran Astronaut Admitted He Needed Urgent Evacuation from Space

NASA veteran astronaut Mike Fincke revealed that he was the crew member who required urgent medical evacuation from the International Space Station last month due to a sudden health issue.

Feb 27 • 10:15 UTC
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Sports

Swedish skier Frida Karlsson shared a prohibited photo at the Olympics, but no punishment followed

Swedish cross-country skier Frida Karlsson shared a photo on Instagram that seemingly breached Olympic rules but avoided punishment due to having special permission.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
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National & Local

IMPORTANT CHANGE: Waiting list for special care will no longer lead to backlogs when documents expire

The Estonian Social Insurance Board is initiating contact with individuals on the waiting list for special care services to ensure their rights remain uninterrupted as their documents expire.

Feb 27 • 09:51 UTC
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National & Local

PHOTOS AND VIDEO ⟩ Three cars collided on Sõpruse Avenue in Tallinn

A traffic accident involving three vehicles occurred on Sõpruse Avenue in Tallinn, leading to two individuals being hospitalized in serious condition.

Feb 27 • 09:50 UTC
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National & Local

NATURE OBSERVATION: The Old Tricksters Are Getting Married

The article discusses the changing seasons in Estonia, indicating that spring is about to arrive despite the writer's preference for winter.

Feb 27 • 09:47 UTC
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National & Local

Singing Child Teodor Receives a Sweet Offer: We Will Wait!

Six-year-old Teodor, who won the hearts of Estonians at the Republic Day concert, expressed his desire to become a detective, prompting a sweet offer from social media that requires 15 more years of preparation.

Feb 27 • 09:40 UTC
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National & Local

SMART HOME SECURITY RISK ⟩ French man accidentally accessed 7000 robot vacuums

A French programmer accidentally gained access to around 7000 robot vacuums while attempting to control his device with a PlayStation controller, revealing a software vulnerability that has since been addressed by the manufacturer.

Feb 27 • 09:35 UTC
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National & Local

Latvian Competition Authority suspects Maxima of forming a cartel agreement

The Latvian Competition Authority has uncovered signs of a cartel agreement between the two largest food retail companies in Latvia, including Maxima.

Feb 27 • 09:31 UTC
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National & Local

Incredible find in Germany: A 3,400-year-old bronze sword reveals the mastery of ancient smiths

A remarkably well-preserved 3,400-year-old bronze sword discovered in southern Germany showcases the ancient smiths' craftsmanship.

Feb 27 • 09:31 UTC
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Life & Tech

SURPRISING ⟩ For this reason, you shouldn’t travel with a black suitcase

The article discusses the challenges of luggage loss and damage, advising travelers to avoid black suitcases for better visibility.

Feb 27 • 09:20 UTC
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National & Local

PM ROOTSIS ⟩ "We need exactly that in Tallinn – write it down!"

Estonian basketball national team is set to play against Sweden in a venue that highlights impressive sports infrastructure.

Feb 27 • 09:15 UTC
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National & Local

WSJ: Woman admitted in court against Meta and YouTube that it is too hard to live without social media

A woman testifying in a lawsuit against Meta and YouTube stated that life without social media is extremely difficult, highlighting the impact of these platforms on her mental health.

Feb 27 • 09:11 UTC
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National & Local

CERTAIN LAKS ⟩ Discover the World of Karp

This article discusses the intriguing film 'Karp' and its cultural impact as recommended by cultural editor Hendrik Alla.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

This time, the Red Army would face a strong resistance when attacking Estonia

Kadri Paas reflects on the historical missteps and naiveté surrounding Estonia's defense against possible Soviet aggression in her commentary regarding the Estonian national holiday.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

MEASLES IN LONDON ⟩ Leaked report: the situation is much worse than official data

A leaked internal report reveals that the measles outbreak in a North London school has affected 34 children in just three weeks, indicating a much graver situation than official public data suggests.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

43 YEARS IN CELIBACY: The painful departure of US fashion guru took his libido away forever

US fashion guru Tim Gunn reveals that a painful breakup in the early 1980s has left him in celibacy for 43 years, stripping him of his desire for intimacy.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

THE END OF AN ERA! ⟩ Legendary Character Irene Roberts Bids Farewell to the Series 'Home and Away'

Irene Roberts, played by actress Lynne McGranger for over three decades, is set to leave the long-running Australian soap opera 'Home and Away', with her final appearance airing this Friday.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

Lithuanian court imposes hefty fine on a woman who denied Soviet crimes

A Lithuanian court has fined pro-Russian activist Erika Švenčionienė €3,750 for denying the crimes committed by the Soviet Union.

Feb 27 • 08:43 UTC
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National & Local

ANALYTICS MURES: Instead of falling, apartment prices rise

Apartment prices in Tallinn are unexpectedly increasing, contrary to expectations of decline, driven by reduced supply and increased transactions.

Feb 27 • 08:37 UTC
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World

The decisive incident at the Olympic hockey tournament caused a lot of fuss. Hockey leader: everything is right, this is how it will stay

The Olympic hockey finals in Milano Cortina ended in overtime, introducing a controversial 3-on-3 rule that sparked discontent among players but was supported by a top official.

Feb 27 • 08:30 UTC
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National & Local

CLICK ⟩ Vanilla Ninja, who won third place at the Chilean music festival, met their idol: it was really cool to meet and chat with him

Estonia's Vanilla Ninja band celebrates winning third place at the Viña del Mar music festival in Chile and shares their excitement about meeting their idol, Juanes.

Feb 27 • 08:30 UTC
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National & Local

Netflix abandons the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, stock price jumps up

Netflix has decided against acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery, resulting in a stock price surge for the latter as Paramount Skydance gains an edge in a significant market move.

Feb 27 • 08:21 UTC
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National & Local

The new director of the Tallinn Music and Ballet School (MUBA) is Piret Rips

Piret Rips has been appointed as the new director of the Tallinn Music and Ballet School (MUBA) following a public competition conducted by the Ministry of Education and Research.

Feb 27 • 08:21 UTC
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National & Local

The Transport Administration has permanently closed the Saaremaa–Hiiumaa ice road for this year

The Transport Administration of Estonia has permanently closed the Saaremaa–Hiiumaa ice road after just 13 days of operation this season.

Feb 27 • 08:01 UTC
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National & Local

BACKUP CARTRIDGE ⟩ Interviews with Estonian biathletes at the Olympics... "They do not leave a serious impression!"

Estonian biathletes critique the lack of meaningful responses in interviews after Olympic events, expressing frustration over the emotional detachment of the athletes.

Feb 27 • 08:00 UTC
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Maria Seletskaja: when I first came before the orchestra in London, my daughter was seven weeks old, wanting to nurse, not sleep

Estonian conductor Maria Seletskaja discusses her experiences and the contemporary adaptation of the ballet "Giselle," which recently premiered in London.

Feb 27 • 08:00 UTC

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