AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation Watch: The latest PISA results show a continued global slide in maths, science and especially reading, with “hasty readers” rising and critical thinking skills slipping—while Estonia is still among the top performers. Online Safety Debate: Estonia’s digital minister argues the EU should force tech platforms to make social media safer for children instead of relying on bans, as Macron pushes for an EU-wide under-15 restriction. Tallinn Fringe: Tallinn Fringe Festival is in its 4th week, expanding through a venue-collaboration model across theatres, bars and clubs. Music in Tallinn: Armin van Buuren closed out a busy summer with a concert at the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, joined by local and Dutch DJs. Books & Awards: Two Estonian authors received NYC Big Book Award recognition—Devon Spier and Szilvia S. Jennings—adding fresh spotlight to the local literary scene. PISA Context for Estonia: The OECD data also notes screen time and less reading for pleasure are linked to weaker results.
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