Vocational vs general education: A new Eurobarometer survey finds three-quarters of EU citizens view upper-secondary general education more positively than vocational training, with Estonia among the least likely to say vocational programs lack basic skills. Sports diplomacy: Nine EU countries, including Estonia, are urging the EU to cut funding to the IOC and other federations after the IOC provisionally lifted the Russian Olympic Committee suspension—while the IOC says the move is provisional and not a broader shift. Baltic security jitters: Lithuania’s president warns Russia may be planning targeted “kinetic operations” against critical infrastructure, as Estonia reports Russia held unannounced live-fire exercises on Lake Peipus near the border. Tech on the move: Finland has approved Bliq.ai’s driverless cars for public roads, following Estonia’s earlier approval, with Helsinki set for initial winter testing. Local culture & arts: A biennial exhibit in the US will feature 100+ works selected from 400+ entries, and Estonia’s own Arvo Pärt concert coverage highlights the growing appetite for choral and classical programming. Rally Estonia: Thierry Neuville backs Rally Estonia’s new condensed 50-hour format as crews shift arrivals and reconnaissance timing around Tartu. Student life: Tallinn dorm prices stay far below apartment rents, with TalTech beds starting around €160–€170 a month. Film & games: A new TV adaptation of Lilja Sigurðardóttir’s Áróra series is in the works, while ZA/UM’s Zero Parades gets a fresh review spotlighting its Disco Elysium legacy. Sports roundup: Ireland win the European Amateur Team Golf Championship in a dramatic final over Estonia.