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The recently concluded Russian State Duma elections will not bring any political change, because their only purpose was to demonstrate the regime's dominance, says Russian politics expert Karmo Tüür.

Three Latvian citizens suspected in an arson attack on an Estonian defense firm have been extradited to Estonia.

Security entrepreneur Jaanus Rahumägi wrote on social media that he is not involved in any ammunition deals.

The Bank of Estonia will issue a silver commemorative coin Tuesday honoring the Forest Brothers.

Since September 17, police have detained 46 foreign nationals who entered Estonia illegally via Belarus and Latvia.

Eesti Pank's latest economic forecast shows that Estonia's economy will grow 2.4 percent over the next two years.

Vikerraadio is inviting listeners to take part in its annual European Day of Languages game, guessing which languages Moomins stories by Tove Jansson are being read aloud in.

Frontier areas in Võru County in southeastern Estonia have seen an uptick in 'border tourism,' including from overseas visitors

E. coli contamination found in private wells in Saue, near Tallinn, in mid-August remains without an identified source after extensive investigation, the local municipality said.

Security expert Rainer Saks will join President-elect Ülle Madise's team as national defense and security adviser, ruling out a run for Parempoolsed in next spring's Riigikogu elections.

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Migration has always been part of human life, and Estonia should embrace both those who leave and those who choose to make the country their home, writes Martin Vaino.

Estonian paralympian swimmer Matz Topkin is the first athlete from his country to so far qualify for the Los Angeles Paralympics, after winning silver in Turkey.

An increasing number of Estonian real estate developers are operating in the Latvian market as land in Riga is considerably cheaper and the planning approval process takes less time.

Opposition parties in the Riigikogu have shown they can work together on key issues despite ideological differences and could continue doing so in the run-up to the elections, according to SDE head Lauri Läänemets.

NATO air policing aircraft stationed in the Baltic states are this week taking part in low-level flights in Estonian airspace, the Air Force (Õhuvägi) said.

The Interior Ministry is planning crisis reserves of nearly 5,000 volunteers, including rescuers, coast guard personnel, bomb disposal specialists and volunteer police.

Opposition parties have written an open letter to Prime Minister Kristen Michal, raising questions and requesting information regarding the country's recent ammunition procurement scandal.

Estonia will ease prescribing rules for certain ADHD medications for children and young people from October 1, removing the requirement for psychiatrists to consult a treatment team before prescribing them.

Estonia's failure to regulate short-term rentals is costing the state tax revenue, distorting competition in the accommodations sector and undermining the quality of life in Tallinn's Old Town, Joosep Vimm argues.

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) has imposed temporary movement restrictions in two districts across the border from Estonia.

Estonian households generated nearly 69,200 metric tons of food waste in 2025, with avoidable waste accounting for almost 38 percent of the total, Delfi reports based a new study.

President Alar Karis awarded Krista Zibo, director of the Office of the President, an €11,200 bonus for strong job performance in 2026.

One of the United States' major art events this summer was the inaugural Medina Art Triennial in New York state where nearly 100 works of art were installed across a town roughly the size of Elva.

Cardiovascular diseases remain Estonia's leading cause of death, with doctors calling for greater emphasis on prevention as obesity and other risk factors continue to take a toll on public health.

Foreign Ministry staff and diplomats took part in a clean-up event near Tallinn's Linnahall on Saturday to mark World Cleanup Day, now a UN observance for the third year running.

The main purpose of Russia's elections is to demonstrate public support for the war.

Recent incidents involving AI systems acting autonomously have intensified calls for stronger oversight, with researchers warning that safeguards must keep pace as the technology becomes increasingly capable.

Military security in the Baltic states has improved markedly since NATO developed a clear strategy and action plans, a senior NATO general said.

Fuel retailers' data shows that drivers are buying significantly smaller amounts of fuel at a time in the hope that prices will come back down.

The Koos party has asked the National Electoral Committee for guidance on how to pay the deposit required to run in the 2027 Riigikogu election after banks refused to open an account for the party.

Estonian figure skater Mihhail Selevko improved his personal best by more than 15 points to win the ISU Challenger event in Bergamo Sunday.

The Ministry of Economic Affairs wants to make the resolution of labor disputes by labor dispute committees more efficient.

Estonia will push for changes that would strengthen the UN's ability to uphold international law and respond to aggression, particularly Russia's war in Ukraine, at the upcoming UN High-level Week, writes Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna.

Tallinn Airport has awarded its terminal expansion contract to Tallinna Ehitustrust OÜ/Ehitustrust OÜ for nearly €66.6 million.

Voting for Russia's State Duma elections went ahead at Russia's embassy in Tallinn over the weekend, permitting Russian citizens residing in Estonia to vote.

Estonia's Center for Defense Investments (RKIK) is fighting Datasel in arbitration in Switzerland over a terminated Ukraine ammunition deal, with legal costs hitting hundreds of thousands.

A 53-kilogram pumpkin and a cabbage weighing 14 kilograms were among the attractions as the Paunvere exhibition, in Jõgeva County over the weekend.

A 2024 plan to kidnap Australian-born IT billionaire in Tallinn's Old Town was hatched in Moscow, Eesti Ekspress reported.

Researchers in Estonia have developed a portable drug analyzer that can identify both the substance taken and the amount, returning results in as little as 15 minutes.

Estonia's assessment of Russia's State Duma elections remains unchanged, Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) said.

Two-time European figure skating champion Niina Petrõkina took first place at the ISU Challenger event in Bergamo, Italy.

The European Union is discussing a safe‑internet regulation that includes several restrictions planned for minors' use of social media.

The garden dormice released on Suur‑Pakri Island this summer to rewild the species have encountered an unexpected co‑inhabitant who may consider the newcomers gourmet food.

NATO has 4,000-page plans in place in case the situation on its eastern flank escalates, NATO Military Committee chair Adm.

Estonian freestyle skier Kelly Sildaru kicked off her competition season with a second-place finish at the Snow League event in Cardrona, New Zealand.

Kurri, adopted from a shelter, has over the years become a travel‑loving wanderer with six summer road trips behind him.

Eating out is not a luxury, and only the true fanatics of the foodservice sector — those who have not yet given up — will continue operating, writes Märt Meesak.

What matters to Estonian artists right now?

Estonian independent theater Vaba Lava is considering closing down its Narva location, saying current state funding is not enough to run it sustainably.