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National & Local

Gallery: Women's hockey semifinals are tied

The semifinals of the Estonian women's ice hockey championship are tied at 1:1 in both matchups, with decisive third games to determine the finalists.

Mar 23 β€’ 07:32 UTC
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Tartu hosted the first winter Estonian champions in beach volleyball

The first winter Estonian championships in beach volleyball concluded in Tartu, where Mart Tiisaar and Dmitri Korotkov, as well as Liisa-Lotta and Grete JΓΌrgenson, claimed the championship titles.

Mar 23 β€’ 05:40 UTC
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National & Local

Tartu School Network Adjusts to Declining Number of Students

The city of Tartu is reducing its kindergarten capacity and teachers due to a decline in the number of children, leading to potential school closures and the need for new educational strategies.

Mar 22 β€’ 16:36 UTC
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PHOTO: "Same planet, different price increase..." A resident of Tartu shares a shocking comparison of fuel prices between Estonia and Italy

A comparison of fuel prices between Tartu, Estonia and Milan, Italy has sparked a debate online, with conflicting views on the accuracy of the information presented.

Mar 22 β€’ 14:30 UTC
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National & Local

Elderly Woman in Tartu Receives Double Billing from Elisa: Worries About Potential Double Charge

A 90-year-old woman in Tartu, Estonia, received two identical phone bills in the mail from telecom provider Elisa, raising concerns over billing errors.

Mar 22 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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National & Local

See who is coming! A busy concert summer brings several world-famous artists to Tartu

Tartu will host renowned artists like John Legend, ZZ Top, and Moby during the upcoming summer concert series.

Mar 22 β€’ 07:39 UTC
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National & Local

Women's hockey held the first semifinals, Everest's goalkeeper delivered a stellar performance

The first semifinals of the Estonian women's ice hockey championships saw victories for Tallinna Grizzlyz and Kohtla-JΓ€rve HC Everest.

Mar 21 β€’ 20:15 UTC
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National & Local

Tartulans are worried that the local infrastructure is not developing quickly enough compared to the expansion of districts

Residents of Tartu are concerned that local infrastructure development is lagging behind the expansion of neighborhoods, particularly with a new residential area planned near Ihaste.

Mar 21 β€’ 17:30 UTC
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Hundreds of school students across Estonia are cooking in school cafeterias this spring

This spring, hundreds of school students in Estonia are taking part in cooking sessions at their school cafeterias to learn about food's journey and value, addressing mental health concerns.

Mar 21 β€’ 17:30 UTC
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A cockroach species previously not found in the Baltics has been discovered in Tartu

A previously undocumented cockroach species has been found in Tartu, Estonia, indicating its possible introduction through luggage from warmer climates.

Mar 21 β€’ 16:42 UTC
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A cockroach species previously not encountered in the Baltic states has been found in Tartu

A new species of cockroach, previously unknown in the Baltic states, was discovered in Tartu, Estonia, likely brought in from a warmer region.

Mar 21 β€’ 16:42 UTC
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Gallery: Hockey final is an internal matter for Ida-Virumaa clubs

The hockey final saw Kohtla-JΓ€rve SK Viru Sputnik defeat Tartu VΓ€lk 494 with a decisive 6:1 victory in the concluding match of their semifinal series.

Mar 21 β€’ 16:22 UTC
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Sports

Only 13 matches played in the Premium League, and already all teams have a victory!

The Estonian Premium League has witnessed all ten teams securing at least one victory just after 13 matches in the 2026 season.

Mar 21 β€’ 16:15 UTC
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National & Local

IN MEMORIAM Β» Kalju Leib, the chronicler of Tartu history, has died

Kalju Leib, a devoted local historian and collector of old photographs of Tartu, passed away at the age of 88.

Mar 21 β€’ 14:33 UTC
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Sports

NΓ΅mme Kalju continued victorious, United had to acknowledge Tammeka's superiority

NΓ΅mme Kalju FC achieved a convincing 4-0 victory over FC Kuressaare while NΓ΅mme United faced a 3-2 defeat against Tartu JK Tammeka in the Estonian Premium League.

Mar 21 β€’ 12:49 UTC
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Questions arise over the planned new development in Ihaste, Tartu

Concerns have been raised by local residents in Tartu regarding a new residential development planned for the Ihaste district, questioning whether the surrounding infrastructure can keep pace with the expected population growth.

Mar 21 β€’ 09:34 UTC
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National & Local

PHOTOS AND VIDEO ⟩ A Ridiculous Crosswalk Offered Laughter for the People of Tartu: The Simpletons Have Acted!

A photo of a seemingly useless crosswalk in Tartu went viral on social media, prompting laughter and critiques regarding its placement.

Mar 21 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

The chairman of the cooperative extorts thousands of euros with invalid bills from neighbors

Homeowners in a residential building in Tartu are facing excessive management costs and alleged abuses by the cooperative's chairman.

Mar 21 β€’ 07:00 UTC
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Olympic bus starts operating in Tartu

An Olympic bus has been launched in Tartu, offering residents an educational journey through Olympic history.

Mar 21 β€’ 06:05 UTC
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Sports

Tartu University won the quarterfinal series opening game against PΓ€rnu Transcom

Tartu University defeated PΓ€rnu Transcom 80-71 in the first game of the Estonian-Latvian basketball league quarterfinal series.

Mar 20 β€’ 20:30 UTC
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Sports

Selver took revenge from Tartu and equalized the series

Selver/TalTech equalized the men's volleyball championship semifinal series against Tartu Bigbank after a thrilling five-game match, ultimately winning 3-2.

Mar 20 β€’ 19:30 UTC
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Sports

Selver x TalTech equalized the series with one-two games behind

Selver x TalTech defeated Tartu Bigbank 3-2 in a thrilling match, tying their semi-final series in the Estonian volleyball league.

Mar 20 β€’ 18:39 UTC
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National & Local

The Social Insurance Board has shut down an unauthorized nursing home

An unauthorized nursing home operating in Tartu has been ordered to cease operations by the Social Insurance Board due to a lack of proper licensing and qualified staff.

Mar 20 β€’ 15:43 UTC
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National & Local

Young Conductor of the Year: the workload and payment are not balanced, but we are moving in the right direction

KΓ€rolin Tuisk, named Young Conductor of the Year by the Estonian Choral Association, discusses the importance of passion in choir conducting and the need for better financial balance in the profession.

Mar 20 β€’ 14:20 UTC
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National & Local

Mailis Pokk becomes the manager of Tartu University team

Former professional basketball player and Estonian national team captain Mailis Pokk is appointed as the manager of the Tartu University basketball team.

Mar 20 β€’ 14:00 UTC
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National & Local

Next stop: Los Angeles. Tartu now has a unique Olympic bus

A new electric Olympic bus has been launched in Tartu, showcasing Olympic history and the upcoming Los Angeles Summer Olympics.

Mar 20 β€’ 13:26 UTC
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National & Local

Demolition of the haunted house on Baeri Street has begun, construction will commence soon

Demolition has begun on a long-abandoned building on Baeri Street in Tartu, Estonia, with plans for new apartment buildings set to follow.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:49 UTC
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National & Local

Mailis Pokk is hired as the manager of the basketball team

Mailis Pokk has been appointed as the new manager of the Tartu Ülikool Maks & Moorits basketball team following the sudden departure of Marek Doronin.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:36 UTC
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National & Local

The drug business discussed on 'Kuuuurija' allegedly took place right next to the content creator's home: I always thought they were foraging for mushrooms!

A social media creator, Deana Noop, commented on the alleged drug dealings near her home, which were covered in the Estonian show 'Kuuuurija', where a 22-year-old drug lord was profiled.

Mar 20 β€’ 06:00 UTC
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National & Local

FRIDAY JOY ⟩ Triin Koch: collective effort takes a lot of time, but the joy is greater

The Tartu University Chamber Choir from Estonia achieved significant success at an international choral competition in Spain, securing first place in a challenging category under the direction of Triin Koch.

Mar 20 β€’ 02:00 UTC
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National & Local

THE COMING OF TARTU ⟩ Plans for the use of the PÀrnu-Peipsi waterways and the Emajági during the Swedish era

The article discusses the historical importance of waterways connecting Tartu to the Baltic Sea for commerce, which diminished by the 17th century but was attempted to be revitalized.

Mar 20 β€’ 01:00 UTC
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National & Local

KΓ€rt Kunnus: Is the Price of Honest Thought Six Thousand Euros?

A court in Tartu, Estonia has ruled that expressing an honest opinion can be deemed illegal even if it is based on a real situation and presented logically as a hypothesis.

Mar 20 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

I don't do those things anymore, I've learned a little bit.

An 18-year-old man appeared in court for violating the conditions of his supervised release, including drug use.

Mar 19 β€’ 18:00 UTC
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Repair work is underway in the former Eva store, while a local named after the store receives the old sign

Repair work is taking place in the former Eva store to prepare for the opening of a design gallery by a creative economy center in two months.

Mar 19 β€’ 17:24 UTC
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Tartu University Chamber Choir won first place at the international choir competition

The Tartu University Chamber Choir achieved first place and received two gold diplomas and a special award at an international choir competition in Antequera, Spain.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:39 UTC
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National & Local

Tartu will close 14 kindergarten groups due to low birth rates

Tartu is set to reduce its kindergarten capacity by closing 14 groups this fall due to declining birth rates, resulting in approximately 40 teaching positions being cut.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:30 UTC
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National & Local

Prison Initiative to Produce Military Equipment for Ukraine Stalled in Disputes

A prisoner's initiative in Tartu to produce camouflage nets for Ukrainian soldiers has been halted due to legal disputes.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:30 UTC
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Marek Doronin's managerial role in Tartu lasted only a week or two

Marek Doronin, who became the manager of Tartu Ülikool Maks & Mooritsa basketball team, left the role just weeks after his appointment.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:29 UTC
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Tartu City Reduces the Number of Kindergarten Groups

Tartu City is set to open 14 fewer kindergarten groups next school year, leading to the layoff of 40 educators.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:50 UTC
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Estonian scientists have discovered why hereditary iron disease is manifested more severely in some cases

Researchers from the University of Tartu have found that symptoms associated with hereditary iron metabolism disorders vary based on specific genetic variants.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:30 UTC
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Sports

Tartu basketball players enter the quarter-finals as favorites, but the PΓ€rnu team is not afraid of them

The Tartu basketball team will face PΓ€rnu in the first match of the Estonian-Latvian Basketball League quarter-finals this Friday.

Mar 19 β€’ 11:04 UTC
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Sports

Tartu Bike Marathon is a part of this year's Gravel World Series competition

The Tartu Bike Marathon is included in this year's UCI Gravel World Series, allowing participants to compete in age categories and qualify for the world championships.

Mar 19 β€’ 09:45 UTC
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National & Local

GALLERY AND VIDEO: Strike brought over fifty tractors to the streets of Tartu and JΓ΅geva

Farmers across Estonia protested today, bringing over fifty tractors to the streets of Tartu and JΓ΅geva to highlight issues in food production.

Mar 19 β€’ 08:53 UTC
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National & Local

The Good Girl Syndrome Melts Perfectionism with Fear of Mistakes

A study at the University of Tartu investigates the 'Good Girl Syndrome', linking it to perfectionism and conditional self-worth, particularly among women.

Mar 19 β€’ 08:06 UTC
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The guest of "Plekktrummi" is the professor of sustainable transitions Laur Kanger

Laur Kanger, a professor of sustainable transitions at the University of Tartu, will be a guest on the talk show "Plekktrumm" to discuss challenges and pathways in the context of the environmental crisis and its relation to global economy and industry.

Mar 19 β€’ 07:50 UTC
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Sports

Tartu Bigbank Awakens at the Last Moment to Win the First Game of the Semi-Finals

Tartu Bigbank narrowly defeated Selver/TalTech 3-2 in the opening match of the Estonian Championship semi-finals after losing the first two sets.

Mar 18 β€’ 20:45 UTC
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The bankruptcy administrator is starting to clarify the assets of the Tartu Savings and Loan Association

A bankruptcy administrator has been appointed to clarify the financial situation of the Tartu Savings and Loan Association following a court's acceptance of a bankruptcy petition.

Mar 18 β€’ 17:51 UTC
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Life & Tech

AFTER THE REHEARSAL ⟩ Neuroscientist Jaan Aru: This is the effect of music on the brain

In a podcast episode, neuroscientist Jaan Aru discusses the impact of music on the brain and its significance in experiencing the world.

Mar 18 β€’ 15:41 UTC
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National & Local

The sharpest cuts are at Annelinna kindergartens

The Tartu City Government plans to reduce the number of municipal kindergarten groups by 14 this autumn, significantly affecting staff and availability, particularly at Annelinna kindergartens.

Mar 18 β€’ 15:08 UTC
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SURVEY: What would you do in a real emergency?

The Estonian Rescue Board conducted a nationwide siren test to evaluate emergency warning systems, while Tartu Postimees surveyed the public on their responses in case of a real danger.

Mar 18 β€’ 14:45 UTC

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