Summer Ticket Rush: Estonia’s event organizers say the tough economy is pushing buyers to wait, but last-minute ticket sales are booming—some festivals and arena shows are already selling out while others report mixed results. Tallinn Old Town Security: Extra police and a no-fly zone will affect central Tallinn on June 8–9 for the Nordic-Baltic summit, with parking bans and limited access around Toompea. Invasive Species in Tallinn: Pirita plans up to €20,000 this summer to fight invasive Spanish slugs, using weekly poison pellet treatment across dozens of hotspots. Energy Deal: Sunly and Rolls-Royce Power Systems signed an agreement for four big battery storage projects in Latvia, totaling 490 MWh, with potential expansion to Estonia. Hospital Dismissal: West Tallinn Central Hospital ended a board member’s employment over a “loss of trust,” citing a patient-safety process failure. Pay Transparency Watch: EU countries are scrambling to implement the Pay Transparency Directive by June 7, 2026—many are behind, including Estonia, as the gender pay gap remains a key concern. Russian Visa Pressure: Estonia and other states back tighter Schengen visa rules for Russian tourists, arguing security risks rise when visas are issued unevenly. Undersea Cable Probe: Finland says its investigation into Baltic Sea cable damage has concluded, with four suspects referred to prosecutors.