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Mülla's Successful Indoor Season: The Record Can Still Be Moved a Bit Further

Estonian pole vault athlete Marleen Mülla has broken the national record twice this winter and believes she can achieve even more.

Feb 28 • 09:09 UTC
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Spring is knocking: Winter cold won't last, over ten degrees of warmth, sleet alternates with spring atmosphere

Estonian weather is transitioning towards warmer temperatures as forecasts predict a rise to above zero degrees Celsius by the end of February and into March, signaling the arrival of spring.

Feb 28 • 06:30 UTC
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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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INTERVIEW: The Estonian skiing maintenance man reveals what the TV cameras did not show at the Olympics

Vahur Teppan, a member of the Estonian skiing maintenance team, shared insights about the grueling conditions at the Milano Cortina Olympics that were not captured on camera.

Feb 27 • 07:40 UTC
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Rescue Service Warns: Going on the Ice of the Emajõgi is Dangerous

The Estonian Rescue Service warns that the ice on the Emajõgi River has become dangerous due to fluctuating temperatures, particularly near bridges and culverts.

Feb 26 • 06:08 UTC
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The Estonian Ice Racing Cup Series Approaches Its Climax

The Estonian Ice Racing Cup Series, featuring over 200 participants, is nearing its thrilling final event at Kuremaa Lake this Saturday.

Feb 25 • 07:57 UTC
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EXPERT EXPLAINS: How to cope with an unexpectedly high electricity bill

January saw electricity prices on the Estonian market double compared to last year, leading to record high bills for families.

Feb 25 • 07:57 UTC
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GALLERY: Swimmers held a penguin parade and opened a very large ice carousel

On February 24, the traditional penguin parade in Tartu featured swimmers in humorous costumes and included the inauguration of a large ice carousel.

Feb 24 • 13:47 UTC
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LISTEN | "Võimla" summarized the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics with Tõnis Niinemets

The traditional Estonian sports show 'Võimla' reviewed the highlights and performances from the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, featuring notable athletes and outcomes.

Feb 24 • 08:49 UTC
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LISTEN | "Võimla" summarizes the Milan Cortina Olympics with Tõnis Niinemets

The Estonian sports show "Võimla" will recap the highlights of the Milan Cortina Olympics on Estonia's Independence Day.

Feb 24 • 08:49 UTC
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LISTEN | 'Võimla' Recaps the Milan Cortina Olympics with a Surprise Guest

The Estonian sports show 'Võimla' will air a recap of the Milan Cortina Olympics featuring a surprise guest during the country's Independence Day.

Feb 24 • 08:49 UTC
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HARSH TIMES ⟩ Detox centers have become secret "winter shelters": the number of people in need of shelter has significantly increased

Estonian detox centers are increasingly serving as hidden winter shelters for the homeless, with a notable rise in the number of individuals seeking refuge from harsh winter conditions.

Feb 23 • 15:00 UTC
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Estonian Olympic Committee rewards Henry and Tõnis Sildaru

The Estonian Olympic Committee has awarded cash rewards to Henry and Tõnis Sildaru for their achievements at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 23 • 07:02 UTC
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Gallery: The Milan Cortina Olympics ended with a grand ceremony, Talihärm stepped into the spotlight

The Milan Cortina Olympics concluded with a grand ceremony featuring Estonian athletes and key moments in Olympic history.

Feb 22 • 23:57 UTC
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VIDEO | Moments of the Estonian national team at the Milan-Cortina Games

A short video summary showcases the performances of the Estonian national team at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 22 • 19:40 UTC
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Rental Car Theft: A Winter Trick That Could Have Serious Consequences

Estonian drivers are facing common winter challenges, including dead batteries, leading some to try using rental cars as a temporary solution, which may lead to serious complications and repair costs.

Feb 22 • 13:45 UTC
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Keidy Kaasiku, who performed her best in her career: I jumped over the bar

Estonian skier Keidy Kaasiku achieved a personal best, finishing 14th in the women's 50 km race at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, which was upgraded to 13th due to a disqualification.

Feb 22 • 13:00 UTC
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Keidy Kaasiku: You just have to believe in yourself!

Keidy Kaasiku achieved a remarkable 13th place finish in the women's ski marathon at the Milan Cortina Olympics, marking the best result for Estonian cross-country skiers at this event.

Feb 22 • 12:07 UTC
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WATCH LIVE | The Milano Cortina Olympics concludes with a grand ceremony

The closing ceremony of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics will take place at the Verona amphitheater, featuring Estonian athletes carrying the national flag.

Feb 22 • 09:30 UTC
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LIVE TODAY | Three Estonian women will compete in the women's ski marathon

On the last day of the Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, three Estonian female skiers will compete in a 50 km classic distance race.

Feb 22 • 06:50 UTC
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Andersson crossed the finish line in proud solitude, Keidy Kaasik took 13th place

Swedish skier Ebba Andersson won gold in the women's 50 km Nordic skiing event at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, while Estonian skiers Keidy and Kaidy Kaasik finished 13th and 20th respectively.

Feb 22 • 06:50 UTC
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"It's quite hard, but my hands are trained!" Figure skater Niina Petrõkina and speed skater Marten Liiv will carry the Estonian flag at the Olympics closing ceremony

Estonian athletes Niina Petrõkina and Marten Liiv are set to carry the national flag at the closing ceremony of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, with Petrõkina achieving a historic seventh-place finish in figure skating.

Feb 22 • 05:56 UTC
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PM OLYMPICS: NUMBER PUZZLE: The statistics of Estonian biathletes' performances at the competition are at times worse than perceived

Estonian biathletes' performances at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics failed to meet expectations due to decreased skiing speed, with coaches unable to publicly articulate the reasons for this underperformance.

Feb 22 • 05:00 UTC
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The Estonian flag will be carried by skaters at the Olympic closing ceremony

Estonian figure skater Niina Petrõkina and speed skater Marten Liiv will carry the Estonian flag during the closing ceremony of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 21 • 20:14 UTC
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TOO COLD? ⟩ A customer claims disappointment at an evening in the capital's local, the restaurant owner: five air heat pumps are trying to give their maximum

A customer reported dissatisfaction with the temperature at Manna La Roosa restaurant, where it was only 15 degrees Celsius, leading to concerns from the restaurant owner about heating challenges due to the winter.

Feb 21 • 18:15 UTC
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PM OLYMPICS ⟩ Martin Himma: If it’s not hockey, then we must not lose to the Latvians

Estonian skiers Alvar Johannes Alev and Martin Himma both finished in the top 30 in the men’s 50 km marathon at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 21 • 15:27 UTC
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Olympic silver medalist Henry Sildaru receives a hefty prize

Henry Sildaru, who won a silver medal in men's freestyle skiing at the Milano Cortina Olympics, will receive a prize of 70,000 euros from the Estonian Olympic Committee.

Feb 21 • 07:45 UTC
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Kläbo adds 11th Olympic gold to trophy cabinet, Alev and Himma in the top 30

Johannes Hösflot Kläbo won the men's 50 km classic marathon at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, marking his 11th Olympic victory, while Alvar Johannes Alev and Martin Himma achieved career-best finishes in the Olympics.

Feb 21 • 06:05 UTC
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Estonia wins its first medal in the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics

Estonian athlete Henri Sildaru won a silver medal in the halfpipe event at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 20 • 22:40 UTC
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Henry Sildaru: Hard work paid off

Estonian freestyle skier Henry Sildaru unexpectedly won a silver medal in men’s slopestyle at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, reflecting on his performance post-competition.

Feb 20 • 21:10 UTC
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PM OLYMPIAD ⟩ Wax Master and Ski Director Koll: I thought 84 times about which skis to put on

Kristjan Koll, the head of the Estonian Ski Association, served as the wax technician for Henry Sildaru, who won a silver medal at the Milano Cortina Olympics.

Feb 20 • 20:43 UTC
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Estonian athletes have now won 11 medals at the Winter Olympics

Estonian athletes have achieved a total of 11 medals at the Winter Olympics, marking a notable milestone.

Feb 20 • 20:01 UTC
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Estonian Rabbits Captured International Attention at the Olympics: We Don't Play Without Having Fun

Estonian fans dressed in rabbit costumes gained international fame at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 20 • 15:19 UTC
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The Estonian Paralympic Committee Will Not Attend Official Ceremonies at the Milan and Cortina Games

The Estonian Paralympic Committee has decided not to attend the official ceremonies of the upcoming Winter Paralympic Games in Milan and Cortina as a show of solidarity with Ukraine.

Feb 20 • 14:06 UTC
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PROUD THING: Niina Petrõkina received an important recognition and is making Estonian sports history!

Estonian figure skater Niina Petrõkina made history by qualifying for the gala performance at the Olympics, becoming the first Estonian to be invited to such an event after achieving seventh place at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 20 • 10:51 UTC
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PM OLYMPICS ⟩ Niina Petrõkina on emotional outburst: it happens when I know I gave my maximum effort

Niina Petrõkina achieved the best placement for Estonian female athletes at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, finishing seventh in women's singles figure skating.

Feb 19 • 23:45 UTC
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Dry firewood is already out in sellers' warehouses

Estonian homeowners reliant on firewood are facing shortages as demand surges this winter due to harsh weather conditions.

Feb 19 • 22:01 UTC
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Estonian Paralympic Committee representatives will not attend the protests at the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics ceremonies

Estonian Paralympic Committee officials will boycott the ceremonies of the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics in protest against the participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus.

Feb 19 • 19:40 UTC
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Kelly Sildaru finished first out of the finals in slopestyle

In the slopestyle event at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, Estonian freestyle skier Kelly Sildaru narrowly missed qualifying for the finals, finishing in 13th place.

Feb 19 • 18:23 UTC
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Johanna Talihärm elected to the IOC Athletes' Commission

Estonian biathlete Johanna Talihärm has been elected as the first Estonian to the International Olympic Committee's Athletes' Commission during the elections held at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games.

Feb 19 • 13:30 UTC
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Johanna Talihärm elected as the first Estonian to the IOC Athletes' Commission

Estonian biathlete Johanna Talihärm has been elected as the first Estonian member of the International Olympic Committee's Athletes' Commission during the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 19 • 13:16 UTC
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WATCH LIVE | Petrõkina executed a clean free program, which favorites meet?

The article discusses Estonian figure skater Niina Petrõkina's performance during the women's singles free skate at the Winter Olympics, highlighting her scores and standings.

Feb 19 • 10:14 UTC
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TODAY LIVE | Niina Petrõkina presents free program at the Olympics

Estonian figure skater Niina Petrõkina is set to perform her free skating routine at the Olympic Games, after a strong showing in the short program.

Feb 19 • 10:14 UTC
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Collections of the Sports Museum. Estonia's only winter Paralympic medal winner's competition number

The Estonian Sports and Olympic Museum is showcasing significant artifacts from Estonia's winter sports history, including items related to the only Estonian athlete to win a winter Paralympic medal, Vilma Nugis.

Feb 19 • 09:12 UTC
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WATCH LIVE | Can Ilves and Teder make it to the top ten?

The Estonian ski jumping duo of Kristjan Ilves and Ruubert Teder compete in the team sprint event at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, finishing in 10th place among 14 teams.

Feb 19 • 07:02 UTC
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The last gold medal in the Nordic combined goes to Norway, Ilves and Teder finish 11th.

Norwegian athletes Jens Luraas Oftebro and Andreas Skoglund won the last gold medal in the Nordic combined team sprint at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, while Estonian competitors Kristjan Ilves and Ruubert Teder placed 11th.

Feb 19 • 07:02 UTC
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PM OLYMPIAD ⟩ What happened to Regina Ermits? One coach: it's mystical. Another: the problem is at the competition site

Estonian hopes for success in the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are dimming as men's relay team faces elimination and women's chances may be jeopardized by injuries.

Feb 19 • 05:00 UTC
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OLYMPIC COMMENTARY: Everyone Talks About the Top Ten, or When Athletes' Bread Remains Without Sausage

Estonian athletes at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are focused on achieving top ten placements in their events.

Feb 18 • 13:45 UTC
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Collections of the Sports Museum. Estonian athletes went to the Winter Olympics with Jaakson's passports

The Estonian Sports and Olympic Museum showcases significant artifacts highlighting Estonia's Olympic history, particularly its participation in the Winter Olympics after regaining independence in 1991.

Feb 18 • 10:22 UTC
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EPK condemns the participation of athletes from aggressor countries in the Winter Paralympics

The Estonian Paralympic Committee has condemned the participation of athletes from Russia and Belarus in the upcoming Winter Paralympics amid ongoing military aggression against Ukraine.

Feb 18 • 09:58 UTC

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