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Democratic governanceOpen press
1.36 millionEstonian (official), Russian (widely spoken), English, GermanEuro (EUR)UTC+2 (EET), UTC+3 (EEST in summer)

This week in Estonia

Estonian media this week heavily focused on the ongoing war in Ukraine, with reports on Ukrainian drone strikes halting Russian oil refinery production and President Zelenskyy identifying potential new Russian attack directions from Belarus and Bryansk Oblast. Discussions also included European security challenges, with Estonian MEPs debating border defense and former German Chancellor Angela Merkel advocating for more diplomacy with Russia. Domestically, news covered various local events like the Jรตhvi food festival and the start of the annual night-singing bird count.

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About Estonia

Estonia, a Baltic nation, is globally recognized for its pioneering digital society and its remarkably preserved medieval capital, Tallinn. The country maintains robust press freedoms and a highly advanced digital media market, with its public broadcaster, ERR, enjoying significant public trust. However, the media landscape is uniquely shaped by its small size and the distinct information consumption patterns of its substantial Russian-speaking minority.

Visiting Estonia

โ˜€๏ธThe best time to visit Estonia is late spring (May) and summer (June-August) for warm weather ideal for exploring cities, beaches, and nature. Autumn offers beautiful foliage and fewer crowds.
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Tallinn Old Town A UNESCO World Heritage site, this area boasts remarkably preserved medieval architecture, cobblestone streets, and historic charm.
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Lahemaa National Park Estonia's first and largest national park, known for its diverse coastal nature, historic manors, and the scenic Viru Bog.
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Tartu Estonia's second-largest city, a vibrant cultural and academic hub home to a prestigious university and a charming Old Town.
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Kuressaare Castle Located on Saaremaa island, this is one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in the Baltic region, now housing the Saaremaa Museum.
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Seaplane Harbour (Lennusadam) A world-class maritime museum in Tallinn, featuring a historic submarine, seaplanes, and other fascinating vessels in a unique setting.
๐Ÿ’กPublic transportation is generally safe and efficient, but renting a car offers maximum flexibility for exploring Estonia's diverse rural areas and islands.

Media landscape

Estonia's media environment is characterized by strong press freedoms and a digitally advanced market, where the public broadcaster ERR is highly trusted. The small market size has led to an oligopolistic ownership structure, with two major media corporations dominating.

Press languagePrimarily Estonian, with significant Russian-language media and limited English-language outlets.
Public/state influenceLimited

To gain a comprehensive understanding of Estonian news and perspectives, it is advisable to consult both Estonian and Russian-language outlets, as they often cater to distinct information fields.

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Is 13 Scotland's lucky number against Brazil?

- Scotland faces Brazil in a crucial World Cup group stage match, with their past encounters favoring Brazil. - Scotland has a historically poor record in major tournaments, never advancing past the gโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช /Estonian

Victory Day Marathon's two fastest men thirsty for beer

- Over 560 runners participated in the 15th Victory Day Marathon in Estonia, despite challenging hot weather conditions. - Aleksandr Kuleshov won the men's marathon in 2:38:19, his second victory at tโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช /Estonian

Norway returns to World Cup with a win, to face Senegal

- Norway, returning to the World Cup after a 28-year absence, secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Iraq in their opening match. - Star player Erling Haaland scored two goals, expressing pride in his Woโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช /Estonian

EDITORIAL: Brussels distorts the market economy

- Estonia will implement EU-mandated gender quotas for supervisory boards of larger listed companies starting at the end of June. - The directive requires a 60:40 gender balance, impacting 12 Estonianโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช /Estonian

Estonia's fastest woman achieves career-best run

- Estonian sprinter Ann Marii Kivikas achieved the third-best 100m time in Estonian history with 11.38 seconds at a competition in Finland. - Kivikas's performance places her among the fastest Estoniaโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช /Estonian

Tunisia sacks coach after Sweden loss, faces Japan

- Tunisia sacked head coach Sabri Lamouchi after a 1-5 loss to Sweden in their opening World Cup match. - Frenchman Hervรฉ Renard has been appointed as the new coach, tasked with improving Tunisia's chโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช /Estonian

EDITORIAL: Let's listen and trust

- The editorial reflects on the publication's youth-focused content and the transition from adolescence to adulthood. - The author shares personal memories of her youth, including her passion for mathโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช /Estonian

Young Men Focus on Protein and Healthy Eating

- Young men are increasingly discussing healthy eating and its effects on the body, with a particular focus on protein intake. - This trend shows a growing awareness among youth about nutrition and fiโ€ฆ