Tanak, Solberg boost WRC Estonia prep with victories The pair elected to participate in last Saturday’s one-day gravel rally to aid their preparation for Rally Estonia’s high-speed stages. Autosport · Jul 10, 2023
‘We sing for our freedom’: Estonians still find strength in choirs during difficult times A musical tradition has more weight than ever as Estonia looks hard at its neighbour Russia following its invasion of Ukraine The Guardian - UK · Jul 8, 2023
Suninen, Tanak contest local rally to prepare for WRC Estonia The pair feature on the 19-car entry list for the one-day gravel rally which will take in 68.53km of stages. Motorsport · Jul 6, 2023
Brit soldier who deserted unit to fight Russia jailed for risking dragging UK into war Royal Welsh Fusilier Alexander Garms-Rizzi, 21, was deployed to Estonia for NATO's Operation Cabrit when he went AWOL for six months, joining the war in Ukraine Daily Mirror · Jul 4, 2023
M-Sport not “massively concerned” after difficult WRC Safari Rally The Ford squad has been absent from the WRC podium since Ott Tanak finished second in Croatia back in April, a result which was then followed by the Estonian finishing fourth in Portugal before an electrical fault robbed him of a top 10 result in Sardinia. Motorsport · Jun 28, 2023
The power of Estonia’s same-sex marriage law The decision by Estonia’s parliament to legalise same-sex marriage has been hailed as a monumental step forward, finally overcoming a series of obstacles and delays that have hampered progress on the issue. The Week · Jun 26, 2023
Real Madrid star slammed Liverpool team-mate and 'walked out' on squad after row with Everton hero Thibaut Courtois has become embroiled in yet another public international spat, this time with former Everton star Romelu Lukaku, but it is not the first of his Belgium career Liverpool Echo · Jun 26, 2023
Watch RAF fighters intercept 21 Russian aircraft in last 21 days Ministry of defence releases video of planes targeting Russians flying too near NATO airspace Wales Online · Jun 25, 2023
Estonia travel guide: Everything to know before you go This Baltic nation is an oft-overlooked European gem. Its capital, Tallinn, gets the bulk of attention, but there are compelling things to find all over, from beaches to art, sauna culture to festivals The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2023
Which countries have legalised same-sex marriage? Thailand passes historic marriage equality bill Thailand is paving the way to allowing same-sex marriage by the end of this year Evening Standard · Jun 21, 2023
Estonia becomes first country in Central Europe to legalize same-sex marriage Estonia’s parliament on Tuesday passed a law legalizing same-sex marriage, making history as the first country in Central Europe to pass such legislation. Tribune News Service · Jun 20, 2023
Estonia becomes first Baltic nation to approve same-sex marriage The Estonian parliament voted in favour of a government bill that allows gay and lesbian couples to marry and win the same rights as heterosexual couples in a landmark ruling Evening Standard · Jun 20, 2023
Furious Thibaut Courtois hits out at new Belgium boss amid captaincy row and 'walkout' Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has hit out at Belgium manager Domenico Tedesco for misrepresenting his reasons for leaving the squad following a row over the captaincy Daily Mirror · Jun 20, 2023
Thibaut Courtois ‘walks out of Belgium camp in row over captaincy’ ahead of Euro 2024 qualifier Thibaut Courtois has left Belgium's training camp ahead of their Euro 2024 qualifier with Estonia, amid reports that the Real Madrid goalkeeper was frustrated not to be handed the captain's armband. Evening Standard · Jun 19, 2023
Daily Mirror · Jun 14, 2023 RAF typhoons intercept Russian Air Force jets flying close to NATO border Royal Air Force Typhoons were scrambled to intercept three Russian Air Force jets that were not complying with international norms this afternoon and were flying close to NATO airspace
The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2023 British soldier ‘drowns in river while on night out in Estonia’ The 24-year-old, from 3rd Battalion The Rifles, is reported to have fallen into the Emajogi River in the city of Tartu over the weekend
The Independent UK · May 30, 2023 Ukraine has right to ‘project force’ beyond its borders, says James Cleverly The Foreign Secretary’s comments came after he gave a speech in Estonia.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2023 Cleverly set for Estonia stop-off before Nato gathering James Cleverly will hold talks in Estonia and Norway over the coming days – as Nato foreign ministers gather for an informal meeting.
The Independent UK · May 26, 2023 Mass kissing in the town square? Here’s why Tartu, Capital of Culture 2024, should be on everyone’s lips Estonia’s second city is hoping for its time in the spotlight next year – Tim Bird visits for a taste of what visitors can expect to find
France 24 · May 23, 2023 Russian tourists seek new destinations as Europe shuts its doors over Ukraine war The EU has imposed restrictions on Russians travelling to Europe following the invasion of Ukraine, with some countries – notably Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Poland and the Czech Republic – imposing an outright ban. The constraints have opened up new markets around the world for Russia’s billion-dollar tourism industry.
Zenger · May 15, 2023 Sen. Ted Cruz Accused A Biden Appointee Of Lying To The Senate About Ukraine And Hunter Biden George Kent was appointed U.S. Ambassador to Estonia where he was grilled by the Senate about knowledge between Ukraine and Biden.
Reuters · May 12, 2023 Baltic nations might bring forward cut-off from Russian power grid Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are considering speeding up a plan to disconnect the Baltic region's electricity supply from Russia's grid.
Daily Mirror · May 11, 2023 Liverpool cult hero to make Eurovision appearance after 'Dancing with the Stars' fame Eurovision has arrived in Liverpool and cult hero Ragnar Klavan will rekindle his relationship with the Reds as he serves as spokesperson for Estonia during Saturday's grand final
Reuters · May 9, 2023 Russia stages Victory Day concert for Estonian Russians across the river After Estonia banned Soviet Victory Day celebrations, several hundred people in the Russian-speaking town of Narva watched celebrations across the river which separates it from Russia.
Bangkok Post · May 3, 2023 Explore the Baltics with Siam Society Siam Society is holding a study trip to three Baltic countries -- Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania -- from June 27 to July 8.