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Friday, October 09, 2026
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President Gitanas Nausėda has initiated the dismissal of a judge, Kažys, who was convicted of bribery, citing the disgrace brought upon the judicial title. This move comes as the President also discussed internal government tensions, his own feelings of being 'burned out', and his intentions for a second term in office. Nausėda additionally commented on the upcoming national budget, asserting that not all resources are being solely dedicated to defense spending.
Meanwhile, strong winds have caused significant disruption, leading to power outages for approximately 2,200 users in the coastal region. Concurrently, Kaunas roads have been plagued by accidents and extensive traffic jams.
In other news, a trade union led by Andrius Navickas is advocating for at least a 10% increase in teacher salaries, while a new helpline offering psychological and legal support to educators has been launched. A Lithuanian-created animated film, 'Spike', has premiered on Netflix, with its creators aiming to build it into a world-renowned brand. The State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) has introduced a new, albeit delayed, personal income tax calculator. The price of milk has continued its upward trend for the third consecutive month, and annual inflation in September stood at 6.1%.
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President Gitanas Nausėda has initiated the dismissal of a judge, Kažys, who was convicted of bribery, stating that the judge disgraced his title. Nausėda also spoke in an interview about tensions within the government, his desire for a second term, and feeling 'burned out'. He further commented on the national budget, emphasizing that not all funds are being allocated to defense.
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Gitanas Nausėda Opens Up: On Tensions, Fury, Government's Exam, Bid for Second…
In an interview, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda discusses the tensions within his government, his aspirations for a second term, and his personal feelings of being 'burned out'.
LRT:
President on next year's budget: we are not burning everything on the altar of…
The President commented on the upcoming year's budget, stating that resources are not being exclusively allocated to defense.
LRT:
Nausėda initiates the dismissal of Kažys, convicted of bribery, for disgracing…
President Nausėda has initiated the process to dismiss Kažys, who was convicted of bribery and has been accused of disgracing the judge's title.
Delfi:
President initiates dismissal of judge convicted of bribery
The President of Lithuania has initiated the process to dismiss a judge who has been convicted of bribery.
Verslo žinios:
Annual inflation in September was 6.1%
Annual inflation in September was 6.1%, and President G. Nausėda stated that not everything is being sacrificed for national defense.
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An architect accused of bribing officials has avoided a custodial sentence. Additionally, the 'Security Code 2026' event has commenced, prompting discussions on national crisis preparedness and featuring practical exercises.
Verslo žinios:
Architect avoids jail time for bribery
An architect accused of giving bribes to officials has avoided a custodial sentence.
Lrytas:
Security Code 2026 has begun: do we know what we would do if a crisis started…
The 'Security Code 2026' event has commenced in Lithuania, raising questions about preparedness for potential crises and featuring discussions with notable guests and practical exercises.
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A Lithuanian-created animated film titled 'Spike' has launched on Netflix. Its creators are ambitious, aiming to develop it into an international franchise that includes merchandise.
LRT:
Lithuanian's ambition on 'Netflix': a world-renowned brand
A Lithuanian-created animated film 'Spike' has launched on Netflix, with creators aiming to develop an international franchise that includes merchandise.
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