Estonia: There hasn't been this much snow on St. George's Day for ages

Not since 1988 has it snowed as much on St. George’s Day (jüripäev) in Estonia as it did this year. Estonian meteorologists came to this conclusion on Tuesday after looking at their yearbooks. For comparison: exactly 10 years ago, the temperature on April 23 was over 20 degrees. Heavy snowfall resulted in difficult road conditions. The situation was particularly difficult on April 23, 2024, when…

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President Valdas Adamkus Prize Awarded to Algirdas Reipas for Modernising Waste Management

On International Mother Earth Day, the winner of the Environmental Prize of Valdas Adamkus Presidential Library-Museum and Dana Gedvila Fund was announced. This year, the winner is Algirdas Reipas, the former long-standing director of the Alytus Region Waste Management Centre. He received the prize for his merits and contribution to the development and modernisation of the waste management…

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Sonos Unveils Completely Reimagined Sonos App

Santa Barbara, CA /Apr. 23, 2024: Sonos today revealed its most extensive app redesign ever, creating an unprecedented streaming experience that allows listeners to organise their favourite playlists, stations, albums and more from over 100 services on one customisable Home screen. The new Home screen provides faster access to Sonos system controls with one easy swipe up, making tab-to-tab…

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US FOREIGN POLICY: “NO DAYLIGHT” IS WHERE PEACE DIES IN DARKNESS

“Absent a directed, sustained, and articulated policy of no daylight between the United States and Israel,” Matthew Continetti wrote in the Washington Free Beacon on March 29, “the rift between America and her ally will widen and the world will grow more dangerous.” Proof that Continetti had things completely bass-ackward arrived on April 1, when Israeli aircraft attacked an Iranian consulate…

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Why is Sol Casino the best online gambling in Australia?

The platform of Sol Casino online in Australia emerges as a radiant gem in the online gambling universe, tailored to captivate the discerning local player. With a rich tapestry of features, this website transcends the ordinary, offering a seamless blend of exhilarating gameplay, strategic depth, and boundless opportunities for reward. At its core, the bookie crafts an experience that is as…

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Environmental and Moral Implications of Second-Hand Car Sales in Eastern Europe: Irresponsible, Poorly Regulated and Dangerous

In the Baltics, just like the rest of the Eastern Bloc, second-hand car market is a booming industry, offering affordable options for individuals seeking mobility and an attractive income for the middleman. However, beneath the glossy surface lies a myriad of environmental and moral implications that often go unnoticed. From the rampant disregard for emissions standards to the ethical concerns…

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Jewish worlds in Eastern Europe

It is part of everyday life in Germany and can be found in most bakeries: the bagel, in Yiddish Bejgel and in Austrian Beugel. The dough ring returned to European bakeries as a culinary trend from the United States in the early 2000s. Here’s where it comes from: Jewish sources first mention it in the early 17th century in the former Polish capital of Kraków. Jewish emigrants later brought it…

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New private credit fund launched to support small businesses in the Baltic States

The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Sound Asset Management launch new senior private credit fund to support small businesses in the Baltics. The EIF has signed a €25 million commitment as a cornerstone investor in Sound Senior Private Debt Fund 1. The fund will offer customised financing solutions to small businesses and small mid-caps in the Baltics. The EIF commitment is backed by…

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Lithuanian and Latvian agricultural SMEs to get € 50 million to support decarbonization

Small and medium-sized agricultural businesses in five European countries will receive a total of €50 million from HeavyFinance, a Lithuania-based financial technology company to support on-farm decarbonisation and greener farming practices. The money will come from a HeavyFinance credit fund to which the European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €20 million. The EIF commitment is backed by…

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International Women's Day - A black day for the fundamental rights of women and prenatal children

On the occasion of International Women’s Day on March 8 and the addition of a “guaranteed freedom” of women to have an abortion to the French Constitution, Art. 34, Alexandra Linder, Chairwoman of the German Federal Association for the Right to Life, said today in Berlin: “For the second time in history, abortion is included in a constitution as a ‘right’ or ‘freedom’. The first time was in…

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From Hamburg to the Baltic States: Four friends conquer the Baltic Sea Circle Winter Rally in an Audi

“Chaoten” with starting number 64 is one of over one hundred teams taking part in this rally. In a daring adventure, friends Jan, Timm, Florian and Phil started their participation in the Baltic Sea Circle Winter Rally in Hamburg. Their Audi became a reliable companion on this exciting journey through the entire Baltic region. In a daring adventure, the friends Jan, Timm, Florian and Phil…

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Why are rich snippets so essential for search engine optimization?

To keep your website visible and attract visitors in the ever-changing world of search engine optimization, you must remain ahead of the curve. The rich snippet is a strong SEO tool that can make your site much more visible in search engines and get more people to click on your links. In this piece, we will delve into the concept of rich snippets and discuss the reasons why they are necessary…

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Bold Bass: Introducing Sonos Sub Mini | Review

Within the Sonos cosmos, the Sonos Sub Mini is a practical companion for small and medium-sized spaces. Thanks to its discreet design and calibration with TruePlay, it fits well into your Sonos system and home. The Baltic Review The Sonos Sub Mini expands Sonos’ multi-room world with a smaller alternative to the large Sonos Sub. You can read how the small bass box fares in our listening test…

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Baltic simplicity and mastery of geometry: Lithuanian straw gardens listed on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

“Sodai” in Lithuanian, also known as straw mobiles in English, are decorative hanging ornaments made primarily from straw. These charming creations often feature various elements such as animals, birds, geometric shapes, or symbols, and they are suspended from a string or wire, allowing them to gently sway and rotate with the breeze. Straw mobiles can be found in different cultures around the…

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Lithuania: Kaunas University - Freedom of self-realization through creativity

Unique Kaunas Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) Minded initiative aims to provide the freedom of self-fulfilment through creativity. Dr. Justinas Kisieliauskas “As uncertainty is becoming the new motto of our lives, entrepreneurial philosophy is useful in any area of life. Entrepreneurship is much more than the tendency to see the profit line as the end-result in everything. It is a broader set…

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The German minority in Poland after the change of government

After the last parliamentary elections in Poland, the political balance of power in Germany’s eastern neighbor has changed. The previous national-conservative ruling party “Law and Justice” no longer has a majority, leading to a new center-left coalition led by Donald Tusk’s Civic Platform. The German minority in Poland also participated in the elections to the Polish Sejm and Senate with their…

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Lithuania: Nominations for the President Valdas Adamkus Prize are Now Open

Submissions for nominations for the President Valdas Adamkus Prize begin on 17 January. The fourth, already traditional, Prize of the Valdas Adamkus Presidential Library-Museum and Dana Gedvila Fund will be awarded for laudable and noteworthy achievements and efforts to protect and restore the natural environment in Lithuania and its neighboring countries, and to ensure the sustainability of…

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