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University enrollment across the Baltics: what this year’s applicant numbers show

This year's university applicant numbers offer a window into how Baltic higher education is evolving.

By Editorial Team · August 26, 2026

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Midsummer to harvest: how the Baltic calendar of folk traditions continues into autumn

From Jāņi to harvest festivals, how Baltic folk traditions carry the summer calendar into autumn.

By Editorial Team · August 13, 2026

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Back-to-school costs: how Baltic families are budgeting for the new year

As the new school year approaches, a look at how rising costs are affecting Baltic families' back-to-school budgets.

By Editorial Team · August 5, 2026

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Song and dance: how Baltic choral traditions are passed to a new generation

How the Baltic states' UNESCO-recognised song and dance festival tradition is being passed down to a new generation.

By Donatas Keras · July 21, 2026

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Lithuania marks Statehood Day: the history behind July 6

July 6 marks the 1253 coronation of King Mindaugas. A look at how Lithuania's Statehood Day is marked today.

By Editorial Team · July 6, 2026

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Where to catch open-air concerts and festivals across the Baltics this July

A roundup of open-air concerts, festivals and outdoor events happening across Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia this month.

By Editorial Team · July 4, 2026

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Baltic beach season: where locals and tourists are heading this summer

From Jūrmala to Pärnu, a guide to where Baltic locals and visitors are spending their summer days by the sea.

By Editorial Team · July 2, 2026

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