News and features about Estonia and Estonians
When South Korean clarinettist Soo-Young Lee joined the Estonian National Symphony Orchestra in 2014, she never imagined she’d still be here a decade later – […]
Soo-Young Lee: I didn’t choose Estonia – Estonia chose me Read More
Educator, cultural advocate and lifelong philatelist Samuel Golomb wears his Jewish-Estonian identity with pride; from his childhood in Rakvere to championing integration in Ida-Virumaa, he
Samuel Golomb: I’m a fan of small nations Read More
Residents of Tallinn’s Nõmme district awoke to an unusual safety warning on Wednesday morning: avoid walking outdoors – a bear is on the move in
Bear on the loose in Tallinn: authorities warn residents to stay indoors Read More
In 1993, between 60% and 70% of people getting married in Estonia were under 30; by 2023, just 24% of newlywed men and 34% of
Marriage? Maybe later, say Estonians Read More
Estonia’s population declined by nearly 5,000 in 2024, with the number of births dropping to record lows, according to official data. Statistics Estonia reported that,
Estonia’s population shrinks Read More
Estonia may count among the least religious nations in the world, yet when it comes to religious holidays, Estonians tend to give a respectful nod
Easter in Estonia: cleaning, predicting the weather and painting eggs Read More
Estonia on 26 March opened a new embassy building in Riga, Latvia, at 8/10 Pils Street, in the Old Town area. The formal opening of
Estonia opens a new embassy building in Riga Read More
Thai chef Narong Lasuai, who has lived in Estonia for eight years, embraces local life with a smile, defying cultural shocks and bringing a taste
Narong Lasuai: I wouldn’t change Estonia Read More
On 25 March 1949, the Soviet regime deported 20,000 Estonian men, women, and children to Siberia. In just a few days, nearly three per cent
Estonia commemorates victims of Soviet deportations Read More
Estonia has slipped to 39th place in the latest World Happiness Report, marking a continued decline in global well-being rankings; while Estonians report strong social
Estonia is less happy than before Read More
