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fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Underrated European Nation Was Just Named the Best Place to Retire for Cost of Living, Safety, and Health Care

Estonia's top ranking, with a score of 79.41, demonstrates how balanced excellence trumps single-category dominance. The Baltic nation combines reasonable living costs (55.9 cost index) with strong health care (77.7 index) and impressive safety levels (76.5 index).
Travel
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

From KGB Cells to Alligator Alcatraz: How Authoritarians Normalize the Grotesque

The KGB cells in Tallinn serve as a chilling reminder of the brutality of Soviet-era repression in Estonia.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Women are the guardians of our culture': why Kihnu is Estonia's island of true equality

Kihnu island features a vibrant culture where women hold significant roles, challenging the notion of a matriarchy.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

How Estonia outpaced the rest of Europe at digitalization DW 07/18/2025

Divorces in Estonia can be initiated in under a minute through an online e-divorce platform.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Meet the Estonian amateur who started golf by accident and qualified for the Open

Richard Teder qualified for the Open Championship by holing a 90-yard shot in a sudden death playoff, a euphoric moment that capped off his unexpected golf journey.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

My Favorite Cabin in the Woods: Estonia's OOD Mirror House

The cabin's serene location amidst the pine forest and near the beach has greatly enhanced my creative process during this digital detox, allowing for focused solitude.
Wellness
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Estonia's plan to rent prison space to Sweden sparks fears

"The main concerns we see are that people with connections to extremism or international organised crime do not arrive in Estonia. We also see that foreign prisoners may begin to be visited by individuals with connections to extremism or international organised crime."
Europe news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Prediction: Estonia vs Norway - Soccer News

Norway is expected to secure victory against Estonia, with predictions leaning towards over 2.5 goals in their upcoming match.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Pavilion of Estonia Let Me Warm You Biennale Architettura 2025 / Keiti Lige + Elina Liiva + Helena Manna

The Estonian Pavilion at Venice Biennale examines insulation's role in enhancing social and spatial quality, beyond mere compliance with EU energy targets.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Russia releases Greek-owned oil tanker after detention near Estonia

Russia's seizure of the Green Admire indicates escalating tensions related to maritime navigation in the Baltic Sea.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
3 months ago

Estonia Accuses Russia Of 'Serious Threat' To NATO After Fighter Jet Disrupts Tanker Inspection

Russia's actions in the Baltic Sea pose a significant threat to NATO's security.
The incident with the Russian fighter jet underscores increasing military tensions amid ongoing sanctions.
fromVulture
3 months ago

Estonia's Eurovision Star Wants to Compete With JoJo Siwa

Over his decade-long career, Tommy Cash has embraced unconventional artistry, gaining fame for his outrageous fashion, viral projects, and now his ambitious participation in Eurovision.
Europe politics
fromTheartnewspaper
3 months ago

Esther fair brings global galleries to Manhattan's Estonian House

Esther art fair reflects international artists and galleries, highlighting contemporary art while maintaining a focus on issues affecting global participation.
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

The Estonian Pavilion at the 2025 Venice Biennale Questions Massive Insulation Projects Through a Facade Installation

The Estonian exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia, titled 'Let Me Warm You', challenges the notion of insulation renovations as mere compliance with European energy targets.
Renovation
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

Donald Trump's Tariffs and the Price of Calm

European nations like Finland and Estonia, having faced historical upheavals, view political and economic turmoil with unique perspective and caution.
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