May 5
Nissan 27 (sunset, 5 May): Yom HaShoah, Israeli Holocaust Remembrance Day
Small plane makes emergency landing on highway in Latvia
Estonian MEP to sue woman and paper following allegations of sexual harassment
Lithuania sets up wartime civilian force
New species from proto-Baltic Sea 450 million years ago
Russia blames and threatens Baltics
Estonia will not attend Putin’s inauguration ceremony
Latvia inaugurated the country’s largest photovoltaic park
Bolt founder and CEO: Tallinn could fit 20,000 Bolt rental cars
Russia accuses Baltics of hostile actions, eyes retaliation
Following elections, European Parliament may not be as pro-Ukrainian – expert
May 6
Lithuania’s citizenship referendum: what it’s about and what it needs to succeed
Latvia plans compensations for those living near wind turbines
First semi-deep geothermal pilot in Estonia starts operations
Latvia has EU’s second-lowest life expectancy
Lithuania sets up wartime civilian defense force
Russia blames ‘hostile’ Baltic countries for severing of ties
Estonian Cell makes loss of €23 million last year
Another Ukraine-Lithuania rail freight connection is in the works
Russia accuses Baltic States, threatens retaliation over severed ties
Estonia: March industrial production falls 5.7 percent on year
‘Early political retirement’: Lithuanian MEPs least active in Brussels
Why Estonia leads the way in digital identity
Lithuania eyes Swiss lessons for defence
Estonia’s Eastern Orthodox churches celebrate Easter
Aušrinė Armonaitė Discusses Ryanair’s Future Plans in Lithuania
[Estonia] Expert: Export terminals only part of Russian oil infrastructure Ukraine hasn’t hit
Putin’s inauguration: France will send diplomat, Germany and Baltic states will not
Scholz vows Germany’s ‘unwavering’ support for Baltics
Estonia: FC Flora win Tallinn derby, hand Levadia first loss of the season
Latvia is a trusted EU partner to Egypt – Ambassador Razāns
Kohtla-Järve school switching to Estonian before deadline
International Children’s Togyzkumalak Tournament held in Lithuania
Estonia: Setomaa locals roll eggs together on Orthodox Easter
Nordic Solar Unveils Lithuania’s Largest Solar Park in Moletai, Marking a Milestone in Renewable Energy Collaboration
Estonia: Prima Vista Literary Festival kicks off in Tartu
Scholz assures NATO partners in Baltics of German military support
Lithuanian president meets German chancellor, calls for faster arrival of troops
Estonia President Alar Karis: Close cooperation on infrastructure projects will significantly enhance Baltic security
Karen gets new hip in Lithuania after 20-month NHS wait and £20k private quote
Russia is using major European events to spread propaganda
Power link between Sweden and Lithuania goes offline
Corporate income tax raise might affect Lithuania’s investment climate – economist
Nausėda meets with German Chancellor Scholz in Lithuania
Estonia Theater hosts 2025 Song Festival showcase rehearsal
Latvian hemp candy lands traveller in trouble
Hot air balloon crash injures seven in Lithuania
Alex Antetokounmpo suspended by Lithuanian club
Annabelle Ats to represent Estonia at 2024 Junior Eurovision
Estonian parliament slams Moscow Orthodox church backing Russian aggression
Lithuanian MEP Uspaskichas earns record €3m from side gigs
Chancellor Scholz promises Baltics “unwavering” support ahead of German deployment
Lithuanian president confirms participation in peace summit in phone call with Zelensky
Estonia: New Kelly Sildaru documentary premieres at Hot Docs festival in Toronto
Germany Vows to Defend Baltic Nations From Russian Attack
Police’s network includes 1,600 public space CCTV cameras all over Estonia
Tallinn’s Kalamaja Museum wins top European prize for community engagement
New Latvian foreign minister meets Estonian counterpart in Tallinn
[Estonia] Ülle Madise: People need to have the chance not to be recorded
New Team Estonia clothing range unveiled for Paris Olympics
Dispatch from Vilnius: Allies still waiting for the ‘Long Telegram’ from Washington
No-confidence motion against Estonia’s education minister fails
Belarusian and Lithuanian journalists’ day of solidarity with journalists jailed in Belarus
Estonia’s new car sales still slow in April
May 7
Putin is ready for mini-operation against one of Baltic states – Polish military counterintelligence
Latvia sends ‘drone vans’ to Ukraine
Lithuania: Kaounas and Vilnious interested in hosting Eurovision!
Latvia’s Braže talks continued support to Ukraine in Tallinn
Breakfast meeting with former Lithuanian president
Germany’s Scholz, Baltic PMs meet in Rīga
Elcogen to mass produce solid oxide technology in Estonia
Head of Latvian defense logistics center suspended
Estonia designates Moscow Patriarchate as institution backing Russian aggression
Latvia National Team win the TSI Beach Soccer Tournament 2024
Estonian government setting up €50 million defense industry investment fund
Medical ethics legislation comes to the foreground again in Latvia
An Edifying Tale of Keeping the Lights On: Societal Resilience in an Energy Crisis – the Case of Estonia
More construction works on Latvian road network
Lithuanian Biotech Pioneer ‘Nando’ Embarks on Global Expansion With New Management Team and Innovative Production Line
Germany is committed to the security of the Baltics, Scholz says
Early voting in presidential election, citizenship referendum starts in Lithuania
Estonian state weighing up options on widespread use of ground heat pumps
Putin ready for ‘mini-operation’ but sees Western reaction, says Polish intelligence chief
Survey suggests Latvians more optimistic about future than EU average
Estonian parliament declares Russian Orthodox Church ‘sponsor of Russian military aggression’
Open-air exhibit to show destruction of war in Latvian cities
Baltics, Germany condemn Russia’s planned nuclear drills
Latvia sends Ukraine hi-tech drone control center van
Estonia’s capital Tallinn to host World Series of Poker in July
Survey: 10% think Latvia will score medal in hockey championship
Lithuania tightens controls to prevent illegal vegetable imports from Russia
Estonia to establish €50 mln defense industry investment fund
Ambassador Alda Vanaga: Latvia ready to contribute to strengthening of international security
[Estonia] Raul Rebane: Peace with a dictator today is war tomorrow
Ukraine is priority: Latvian FM names topics for today’s EU Council meeting
Estonia: Riigikogu passes changes to e-voting regulation
New bike lanes to be installed in Rīga this spring
Millennials might prefer to live abroad due to Eastern European mentality in Estonia
Lithuanian intelligence warns of provocations ahead of Russia’s Victory Day
MEPs Call for Suspension of EU Candidate Status for Georgia
Only a fraction of Estonian streams and rivers untouched by human activity
Industrial production slightly up in Latvia
Taiwanese sceptical after Lithuanian president suggests changing representation name
Latvian hockey team for world championship named
Scholz vows to protect Baltic states
Latvia: New trains cause big delays on Tuesday again
Estonia: Tänak, Sildaru, Ilves take part in Wings for Life World Run
Latvian residents feel more at military risk than two years ago
Lithuanian President Calls for Better Relations With China
Latvia: Government gives green light to Rēzekne city council’s dismissal
Lithuanian parliament lowers EP election bar for coalitions
Estonia: Former University of Tartu professor Morozov’s stay in custody extended to July
Lithuania: Intelligence warns of possible Kremlin provocation ahead of Russia’s May 9 celebration
Estonia’s food card initiative bags prestigious European award
Spain, Belgium, Latvia, and Finland have confirmed their participation in the Global Peace Summit
Estonia: Bolt taxis drive 10 hours a day without resting days
Are Lithuanians tolerant?
April’s electricity prices in Latvia were lowest in three years
Harno: Quarter of Estonian basic schools not ready for e-exams
Latvian fintech Huntli partners with US-based Payall to enhance cross-border payment security and compliance
[Estonia] Vahur Karus: Our reservist force was born out of decisions made 30 years ago
Illegal Russian cucumbers face crackdown by Lithuania
Estonia: Harno starts €15 million project to develop green skills
U.S.-led integrated air and missile defence exercise Astral Knight 24; live-fly operations over Poland, Baltic countries
Finland and Estonia urge more digital and SMEs in EU’s Global Gateway
Thallium Contamination in the Baltic Sea: A Rising Concern for Regional Industries
Third legal graffiti wall opens in Tallinn
The EU is not on track for a sustainable blue future
Estonians love traditional medicine, consume 20 tonnes of herbs per year
John Andreas Andersen in Postproduction with Norwegian/Lithuanian Drama N24
OECD advises Estonia to review public expenditure, increase tax revenues
The Baltic States Mark Two Decades of NATO Membership
UT researchers create small and clever field nanodrone
Netherlands to extend troop presence in Lithuania until 2026
May 8
Silvester Belt after qualifying for Eurovision final: ‘Singing in Lithuanian adds mystery’
Latvian VDD warns of Russian special services’ activity
Lithuania, Philippines basketball federations enter into Memorandum of Understanding
Astral Knight-24 military exercises of Poland, the United States and the Baltic States have started
European nations bordering Russia worry they could be targeted after Ukraine
airBaltic issues bonds of EUR 340 million
The Ecosystem: Estonia applies €100M from EU recovery fund to green tech investment
Rīga port to welcome 67 cruise ships this season
Rail Baltica announced a market consultation date for alliance model procurements in Estonia
Latvia’s towns as a battlefield of the USSR-Germany war
Putin ‘ready to launch mini-invasion against Nato nations’ to test West
Denmark and Sweden agree on joint Baltic defence cooperation
Why Lithuania is considering sending soldiers to Ukraine
AirBaltic’s EUR 340 Million Bond Sale Marks Milestone for Latvia
Western scholars play Kremlin’s game at Immanuel Kant Congress – LRT Investigation
Latvia: Security services promise swift action on May 9 provocations
[Estonia] Minister Tsahkna in Brussels: People of Gaza and Ukraine need quick decisions
Police profile ‘typical illegal TV distributor’ in Latvia
Foreign Ministry speaks out on Lithuania suggesting Taiwanese representative office name change
Latvians cannot live by rye bread alone. Or can they?
Strong turnout on first day of early voting in Lithuania’s election, referendum
Tallinn tram derails at Vana-Lõuna turning circle
Some municipalities of Latvia still stalling emergency plan development
Latvian woman caught smuggling cocaine in stomach at Warsaw Airport
Latvia: Fire at production plant in Tukums Wednesday morning
OSCE not sending observers to Lithuania’s election without Russia and Belarus
Estonia: April’s on-year CPI rise lowest for three years
Asbestos-containing roofs still widespread in Latvia
Lithuania defends banning Russian and Belarusian observers from monitoring upcoming election
Latvian airline airBaltic emits bonds worth EUR 340 million
Lithuania Is Open to Sending Troops on Training Mission in Ukraine
Lithuania Ready to Send Troops to Ukraine, PM Says
Latvia: European Parliamentary elections: The Parties (Part 1)
Latvia: European parliamentary elections: The Parties (Part 2)
Estonia: Government plan to abolish state unemployment benefits raises concerns
Estonian state agencies procuring millions worth of communication services
Estonians will be able to vote from their smartphones
Latvia commemorates WWII victims on May 8
Latest rankings list best schools and universities in Lithuania
Lithuania seizes 2 Tesla cars on suspicion of Russia sanctions violation
Latvia: Experts say airBaltic bonds interest rate ‘high but appropriate’
Estonia: European election candidates on EU enlargement, Ukraine and migration
Vladimir Putin ‘ready to launch mini-invasion against NATO nations’ to test Western leaders
The Fear of War With Russia Looms Over Lithuanian Vote
Russification of Lithuanians of Polish origin decreasing: Lithuania’s Justice Minister
Estonia summons Russian embassy chief over GPS jamming
Estonia: Wholesaler denies existence of agreement to artificially inflate drug prices
Industry repeatedly pushes for reduced VAT on catering in Latvia
Lithuanians get a taste of curfew during military exercise – photos
Explainer: Why is May 9 controversial in Estonia?
Lithuania: Chinese co a major supplier to businesses linked to presidential candidate
Lithuanian president rejects calls to suspend Georgia’s EU candidate status
Estonia Summons Russian Envoy Over Alleged GPS Jamming
Estonia: New exhibition of Ukrainain and Polish children’s war drawings opens at Riigikogu
New law would make electricity generation in Estonia emission-free by 2040
One of the greenest cities in Lithuania: solutions that help maintain this title
Netherlands to bring F-35 fighters to Estonia’s Ämari Air Base from December
Estonia: Foreign Ministry summons Russia’s chargé d’affaires over GPS signal interference
Rīga’s ‘Moscow’ district renamed ‘Latgale’ district
Estonian police back removal of Soviet-era monuments from public space
UMaine alum, former U.S. ambassador Anne Hall talks courage in the Baltics
Estonia: Riigikogu submit draft resolution allowing preparations for adoption of nuclear energy
Lithuania fears assault from Belarus directed by Putin
Tallinn Airport served almost 300,000 passengers this April
May 9
1950 May 9: Schuman Declaration, Europe Day
Leguan expands Baltic coverage
Estonia had discussed sending non-front line troops to Ukraine: General
Putin’s Next Target May Be the ‘NATO Lake’
Police presence to be felt on May 9 in Latvia
Estonia: Kadri Simson confident on prospects of EU sanctions on Russian LNG
Photos: Exhibit shows ‘war fractures’ in Latvian cityscape
Speech by President von der Leyen in Lithuanian Parliament on Europe Day
Latvia: Integration policy plan leads to ‘immigration scandal’ on social media
Lithuania won’t extradite Ukrainian miltary-age men, says PM
Estonia: Kuressaare Airport traffic control now organized remotely from Tallinn
Western military trainers could go to Ukraine, Lithuania minister says
EU membership gives Latvia access to largest network of global trade agreements with more than 70 partners
Lithuanian presidential candidates’ views on foreign policy
Record-cold May 9 morning in Latvia
Estonian PM: Security must be at heart of next EU budget
Latvia’s election authority ready for EP elections
[Estonia] Historian: May 8-9 and how and why we remember the end of WWII in Europe
Latvia: Happy Europe Day!
[Estonia] Gallery: ‘Victory day’ marked at Bronze Soldier monument
Over 91,000 Lithuanian voters cast ballots in 2 days of early voting
Latvia proceeds with derussification by restoring historic district’s name
Taiwan, Lithuania meet to assess agricultural cooperation to date
Sprūds: Allied military presence will grow in Latvia
Estonia: Foreign tourism up 14 percent on year to March
EP elections in Lithuania: 319 candidates, two-thirds men, six millionaires
Bank economist: State should borrow money from Estonian people to buy ammo
Deep-fake use to influence elections will be criminalized in Latvia
Vilnius police on standby as Russian community marks Victory Day
Latvia: Pupils will be able to refuse to study Russian at school
South African Jews: Attention all Lithuanian passport holders
Estonia: Foreign minister welcomes EU progress on utilizing frozen Russia assets
Latvian government calls for EIT to be ‘discontinued’
Estonia sees surge in foreign tourism
Lithuanian minister criticises EC’s decision to withhold some RDF funds
In Estonia, renewed economic convergence will require stronger productivity growth
Russia defence concerns dominate Lithuania presidency vote
Estonia: Board orders Toidupank food bank audit
Five Things To Know About Lithuania
Estonia’s Madis Mihkels in Giro d’Italia top ten again
Taiwan stands firm on name of representative office in Lithuania
Latvia’s Saeima nays booze buying age limit raise
Estonia, Narva Fortress: Poster ‘Putin – war criminal’ looks towards Russia
Western countries may send military training instructors to Ukraine – Lithuanian FM
Latvia: Balticom’s TV channels temporarily hacked by Russian propaganda
Lithuania marks 20 years in NATO: young generation’s thoughts about decisions made two decades ago
[Estonia] Alar Karis: EU must neither stagnate nor cultivate bureaucracy
Latvia: Authority okays woodworking company merger
Estlink 2 undersea power link repairs to begin later this month
5 Best Forex Brokers in Latvia
Central bank: First quarter foreign tourists spend €243 million in Estonia
Lithuania: Should MEPs be allowed to do side gigs?
Latvia: Sri Lankan citizens detained for helping illegal border crossing
Why The Lithuanian Air Force Is Years Away From Making A New Fixed Wing Order
Protesters rally for better cystic fibrosis care in Latvia
Lithuania sets example for EU – von der Leyen in Vilnius
Russia’s Ivangorod shows parade on big screen, but few viewers on Estonian side
Is Russia interfering in Lithuanian elections? If it quacks like a duck…
Estonian resident crew member aboard Iranian-siezed ship released, says MFA
Foreign minister says Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania will likely retain name
Estonian bank fined for sanctions breach
Lithuania’s Russians hold low-key Victory Day commemorations, decrying ‘war on monuments’
Estonia: Voters’ Compass helps you choose wisely in European elections
Baltics, Poland, Finland sign pact on uniform sanctions implementation
The Political and Economic Impact of Ukraine’s EU Accession on the EU and Estonia
Taiwan refuses to rename its Lithuania office amid tensions
Estonia’s Tax Board to size up Wolt, Bolt, Airbnb data against tax returns
Lithuanian parliament eases alcohol sale, advertising restrictions
Estonia: Government suspends new oil shale mining permit procedures to end of 2025
Lithuania launches country’s largest solar project
Latvian State Police: a domestic enemy hides under every “Z” painted at night
Lithuania to hold referendum on dual citizenship
Kusti Salm wins Estonia’s 2024 European of the Year Award
NATO member Lithuania Defies Russian Nuclear Threats, Commits Troops to Ukraine Training Mission
[Estonia] Gallery: Europe Day concert in Narva
A comprehensive global health network with Taiwan to realize ‘All for Health, Health for all’
[Estonia] Kallas: Together we have come further than we could ever have gone alone
Who’s Who In Lithuanian Presidential Election
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski visits Estonia
Historic wounds reopen as Baltic states face new fear of war
Polish Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Planes Over Baltic Sea
Rail: Lithuania to develop intermodal corridor with Ukraine
May 9 passes without major incidents in Latvia
May 10
1877 May 10: Romania Independence Day
Latvia’s Dons qualifies for Eurovision final
These magical video portals have connected cities in Lithuania and Poland since 2021
[Estonia] Gallery: Vabaduse väljak concert marks Europe Day
Latvia’s airBaltic raises €840mn in bond issuance
Estonia’s 5miinust ja Puuluup book place in Eurovision Song Contest grand final
Latvia: Former Unity official accuses IT company of defamation
Lithuania: voting for the presidential elections on Sunday, Nauseda aims for reconfirmation
Rīga’s Great Guild to undergo major changes over two years
Estonia: Inconsistent regulations behind large numbers of non-Estonian speaking taxi drivers
Latvia’s contribution to safety: aid for Ukraine and new arms for Latvia
Global Estonian Report: May 8-15
Russian disinformation threatens relationship with Lithuania and Ukraine: Taiwan Representative in Lithuania
Estonia: Saaremaa gets its first bishop in over 400 years
No serious pre-election campaign violations so far in Latvia
Memory wars: Soviet Victory Day in Lithuania
Annual inflation on a rise in Latvia
Lithuania To Hold Presidential Election Amid Escalating Concerns over Russia’s Intentions
Big fire in central Rīga overnight to Friday
European Solidarity Corps: long term voluntary work in Estonian kindergarten
‘Suspicious’ cash found in car on Lithuania-Latvia border
Home voting begins in Lithuania’s presidential election and citizenship referendum
[Estonia] Statistics: Trade with EU states fell most on year to March
Russian hackers broadcast Red Square parade on Ukrainian, Latvian TV
Baltics, Poland, & Finland agree on uniform implementation of EU Russia sanctions & export controls
Sarens facilitates Lithuania’s power infrastructure development
Latvia’s security will be a priority, and we need to learn to live in a new reality, says state president
Turning to top court the only way to adopt same-sex partnership – Lithuanian PM
Number of refugees from Ukraine is decreasing in Estonia
Russia defence concerns dominate Lithuania presidency vote
Estonia: Developer wants Paldiski pumped storage plant running by end of 2029
Lithuania’s Presidential Election Amid Russian Tensions and Geopolitical Concerns
[Estonia] New version of car tax: registration fee extended but rates reduced
April’s annual inflation at 1.1% in Latvia
Lithuania to vote for president and citizenship law amid growing tensions with Moscow
Estonia: No significant headway on Nordica privatization, one month into process
Lithuanian presidential vote nears under shadow of anxiety over Russia’s plans
Heating season comes to a close in Latvia
Dance legends Faithless to perform in Tallinn this September
Latvia’s foreign trade in March down 18%
[Estonia] Simson: Kallas is going to EU Council to talk about her work prospects
Tele2 supports ‘Creating Better Estonia’ project
German brigade will be in Lithuania ‘as soon as we are ready’ – defence chief
Survey: Latvian support of European-wide celebratory days grows
GPS jamming represents shift in Russian attacks on Baltics – Lithuanian FM
Uzbekistan eyes to export its products to markets of European countries through Lithuania
Construction output in Latvia down 5.5% in Q1
Rīga has ambitious greening plans
Photos: Estonian president visits former President Rüütel on 96th birthday
Inflation in Latvia driven by wage growth, economists say
Lithuania’s central bank proposes making mortgage refinancing free
Works by Lithuanian painter Čiurlionis to be exhibited in Japan
EDF colonel: Russia may be preparing major attack in northern Ukraine
Nordic, Baltic states release statement on controversial Georgian bill on transparency of foreign influence
Estonia: Air Force calls for photos of flying objects for air defense purposes
All Euro 2024 matches to be shown live in Estonia on ERR channels and TV3
Lithuania holds a presidential vote as anxieties rise in the Baltics over Russia and war in Ukraine
Madise: Estonian pupils’ rights not violated by foreign-language classmates
27-year-old arrested in Enniskillen extradited to Lithuania
Court finds Allan Hantsom guilty of spying against Estonia
Kazakhstan and Latvia actively enhancing trade and economic ties
Minister welcomes Estonian resident returning from seized ship
Treasures of the Aigantighe: Azure Aster
Baltic state backs sending NATO troops to Ukraine
UK PM call with Prime Minister Siliņa of Latvia: 10 May 2024
Financial trading regulation in the Baltic States
A unique time for the Estonian diaspora
Littoral OpTech Workshop Will Examine Operational, Geopolitical Challenges in Baltic Sea
“We have to take back Finland, Poland, the Baltic States, Alaska…”
The best value city break in Europe for 2024 revealed
May 11
Strong geomagnetic storm brings Northern lights to Lithuania
Former UMaine player leads Latvia into world hockey championships
Post Office issues £237 message to Brits leaving UK this summer
Helldivers 2 Delisted in Even More Countries
Sri Lankan citizens detained for helping illegal border crossing in Latvia
Latvia’s Foreign Minister Braže: Ukraine’s victory is a common goal for all of us
Ghost of Tsushima joins Helldivers 2 — both Sony games are limited on Steam in 180 countries (Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia added)
Latvia goes northern lights-crazy Friday night
Criminal case opened on Thursday fires in central Rīga
[Estonia] Strongest solar storm in 20 years hits Earth
Llama hairstyles, odd berets, and kisses – Lithuania’s 30 years in Eurovision
Estonia: Sirgala training area expands at expense of closed Viivikonna oil shale quarry
From the archives: The first Soviet skyscraper and shopping mall in Vilnius
US lawmakers push for Taiwan Allies Fund Act
[Estonia] Michal: As traffic surveillance becomes automatic, fundamental rights must to be protected
Estonia: Government approves changes to land tax
British forces lead Nato allies for air assault demo in Estonia
Ambassador: Latvia will provide Ukraine with drones and radar defence systems of its own production
European elections: Estonian parties focus on environment
Eduard Wiiralt’s ‘Inferno’ sets price record for Estonian graphic art
Latvia helps Ukraine with equipment to restore energy infrastructure – diplomat
[Estonia] Research: Genetic adaptation to environmental stressors and its non-human legacy
Vija Borstein, from Latvia, studies at Susquehanna University – part 1
Enefit Green sues wind turbine maker over Lithuanian wind farm shut down
This surprising city is Europe’s most budget-friendly city break for 2024
Price comparison at Lidl: Estonian prices have overtaken Finnish
Will the Baltics be next?
Card payments were disrupted across Estonia
Latvian TV Channels Hacked to Broadcast Russian Victory Day Parade
[Estonia] Gallery: Exercise of allied airborne troops at Spring Storm
Five Sri Lankans detained in Latvia for assisting illegal migrants
Five Sri Lankans detained in Latvia for helping illegal border crossing
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May 13, Monday after the 2d Sunday in May: Gospel Day in Tuvalu
Sunset, May 13: 1948 Iyar 5: Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel Independence Day
1811 May 14: Paraguay Independence Day
1972 May 14: Self-Immolation of Romas Kalanta, Civic Resistance Day, Lithuania
1948 May 15: Nakba Day, Day of the Catastrophe, Palestine
1944 May 16: Day of Sinti, Romani and Roma resistance
1954 May 16: Kengir uprising, Kazakhstan
1814 May 17: Constitution Day, Norway
1863 May 17: Galician Literature Day
1990 May 17: International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
1995 May 17: Panchen Lama’s abduction in Tibet
May 17, third Friday in May: Endangered Species Day
1944 May 18: Day of Remembrance for the victims of the Crimean Tatar genocide
1991 May 18: Somaliland Independence Day