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  Police can secretly access Estonians' health records with a simple query

  Estonian officials can obtain sensitive personal health data from the Health and Welfare Information Systems Centre (TEHIK) through a simple request, with no meaningful oversight and without the individuals concerned being informed. The practice raises serious questions about privacy and data protection in Estonia.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T05:46:19.215Z
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  Estonian officials clash over mobile speed camera warning signs

  PPA traffic supervision chief Taavi Kirss and Riigikogu legal affairs committee chairman Madis Timpson have disagreed on whether warning signs placed ahead of mobile speed cameras actually improve road safety. The two officials hold opposing views on the effectiveness of such advance warnings.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T05:45:34.059Z
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  Unique-looking cat Binx seeks a new home at Tallinn animal shelter

  A cat named Binx, known for his distinctive appearance and people-loving personality, is once again looking for a home at a Tallinn animal shelter. Binx enjoys closeness and cuddles but prefers to be the only cat in the household.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T05:35:45.303Z
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  Estonia braces for new African swine fever outbreak in previously unaffected regions

  Estonian farmers, hunters, and officials are preparing for a potential new wave of African swine fever (ASF). Last year's outbreak caused significant damage to Estonia's pig farming sector, and authorities are now working to minimise future risks and losses.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T05:10:37.519Z
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  Habitual school truancy in Estonia: when does it become a child protection issue?

  Estonian law requires schools to report chronic absentees to child protection services, but experts say this alone does not solve the problem. Tartu Variku school principal Peeter Kikas notes that no authority can physically force a determined truant back into the classroom.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T05:07:40.154Z

• Emor study: Estonian teens get news from TikTok and Instagram, not news portals

  A new study by Emor reveals that most Estonian teenagers aged 13–19 consume news primarily through social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram rather than traditional news portals. Despite this preference, young people in Estonia show a clear dislike for clickbait content.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T05:05:56.099Z
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  Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi to appear on 'Otse uudistemajast' Wednesday at 10

  Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi will be the guest on the news show 'Otse uudistemajast' this Wednesday. The programme begins at 10 o'clock.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T05:00:48.123Z

• Riigikogu backs longer statute of limitations for crimes against children

  A civic petition with over 13,000 signatures calls for crimes against children to never expire. Meanwhile, the Riigikogu is also deliberating an EU directive that would set a 30-year statute of limitations for such offences. All parliamentary factions have indicated support for change.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T04:46:00.012Z

• Estonian doctor warns: skipping lunch at work leads to burnout and evening overeating

  Estonian office workers are increasingly skipping proper lunch breaks, opting for quick snacks or just coffee. Occupational health doctors warn this habit threatens both productivity and health, while a new survey shows Estonian employers offer significantly fewer food-related benefits than neighbouring countries.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T04:16:50.856Z
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  Tartu's acclaimed bike-sharing scheme faces uncertain future amid mixed city signals

  Tartu's bike-sharing system, rated among Europe's best, may be facing closure as the city sends contradictory signals about its future. The scheme's success has been attributed to its integration into the public transport network from the outset, rather than operating as a standalone rental service.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T04:03:23.642Z

• Raasiku family loses home, cars and animals in devastating fire

  A fire that began in a shed in Raasiku municipality spread rapidly in the wind, destroying a family's home, outbuildings, vehicles and irreplaceable memories. The blaze consumed the owner's childhood home along with everything inside. Emergency services received the alert approximately one week ago.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T04:01:27.376Z
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  Why is Estonia so windy this May? Meteorologist explains the unusual weather pattern

  Despite the feeling that May has been exceptionally windy, chief meteorologist Taimi Paljak of Estonia's Environmental Agency says the wind data doesn't actually show anything extraordinary. Estonia has found itself caught between two weather systems, creating the blustery conditions.

  Estonia · 2026-05-27T04:00:54.196Z