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A major food safety concern has emerged as salmonella-infected chicken was found in stores, leading to an urgent recall. This comes amidst economic disruptions, including the abrupt closure of nine car dealerships across the country, leaving numerous customers without their vehicles or deposits. On the political front, former Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis has ended his silence, openly discussing a past error and voicing suspicions regarding President Gitanas Nausėda. Meanwhile, the International Monetary Fund has revised down Lithuania's economic growth forecast, adding to the country's financial discussions. Other notable developments include a minister's statement affirming border guards' right to use greater force, an ongoing analysis of upcoming mayoral elections, and positive news from the sports world as the junior handball team secured a silver medal at the European Championship.

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Authorities have issued an urgent warning to consumers after chicken contaminated with salmonella was discovered in stores, advising them to return the product and not consume it.

LRT: Chicken Infected with Salmonella Found in Stores: Return and Do Not Consume

Chicken contaminated with salmonella has entered the market; consumers are urged not to eat it and to return it.

Nine car dealerships across Lithuania have suddenly ceased operations, leaving hundreds of customers who had purchased vehicles or paid deposits without their cars or any refunds, raising significant consumer protection concerns.

15min: Lithuania: nine car dealerships suddenly closed, leaving customers without…

Nine car dealerships across Lithuania have abruptly ceased operations, leaving customers who had purchased vehicles or paid deposits without their cars or any refunds.

Former Lithuanian Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis has publicly addressed a past mistake and expressed suspicions concerning President Gitanas Nausėda, marking a notable intervention in the country's political discourse.

Delfi: Skvernelis breaks silence: openly about Silickiene, a mistake made, and…

Former Lithuanian Prime Minister Skvernelis has broken his silence to discuss the actions of Silickiene, a mistake he admits to, and suspicions regarding President Nausėda.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has adjusted its economic growth projection for Lithuania downwards by 0.1 percentage points, now forecasting a 2.8% growth rate.

LRT: IMF Lowers Lithuania's Economic Growth Forecast by 0.1 Points to 2.8%

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised down Lithuania's economic growth prediction to 2.8%, a decrease of 0.1 percentage points.

15min: IMF lowers Lithuania's economic growth forecast to 2.8%

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reduced its economic growth forecast for Lithuania by 0.1 percentage points, now projecting a growth of 2.8%.

A government minister has stated that border guards are authorized to employ more significant force when safeguarding the border and ensuring their own safety.

LRT: Minister: Border Guards Have the Right to Use Greater Force to Protect the…

A minister stated that border guards are authorized to employ more significant force when safeguarding the border and their own safety.

An analysis suggests that the competition for mayoral posts in upcoming elections is expected to be particularly intense in several key electoral districts.

Verslo žinios: (Not yet) started fight for mayor's post: Where will clashes be most…

An analysis of the upcoming mayoral elections, identifying the key electoral districts where the competition is expected to be most intense.

Eleving Group reported a substantial 40.4% increase in its half-year revenue, reaching 165 million euros, while Vilvi Group also saw significant growth with its revenue increasing by 33% to 223 million euros this year.

LRT: Eleving Group's Half-Year Revenue Up 40.4% to 165 Million Euros

Eleving Group announced its revenue increased by 40.4% in the first half of the year, reaching 165 million euros.

LRT: Vilvi Group's Revenue Grows 33% This Year to 223 Million Euros

Vilvi Group reported a 33% increase in revenue for the current year, reaching 223 million euros.

15min: "Vilvi Group" revenues grew 33% this year to 223 million euros

The company "Vilvi Group" reported a 33% increase in revenue this year, reaching 223 million euros.

A Lithuanian banker who reportedly lost his job after taking paternity leave has won a significant legal battle, with his former employer ordered to pay 1.7 million Euros in compensation.

Verslo žinios: Banker used paternity leave and lost his job: Employer must pay 1.7 million Eur

A Lithuanian banker was reportedly dismissed after taking paternity leave, and the employer has been ordered to pay 1.7 million Euros in compensation.

An analysis is underway regarding the financial feasibility for the state to provide an extended 18-month parental leave period with full salary, prompting discussions on social policy and national budget implications.

LRT: 18 Months Parental Leave - 100% of Salary: Can the State Afford It?

An analysis on the financial feasibility for the state to provide 18 months of parental leave at 100% of salary.

Lithuanian swimmers, including Šidlausko and Juška, have commenced their competitions on the first day of the European Swimming Championships.

LRT: First Day of European Swimming Championships: Starts for Šidlausko, Juška, and…

Lithuanian swimmers, including Šidlausko and Juška, begin their competitions on the first day of the European Swimming Championships.

LRT: First Day of European Swimming Championships: Starts for Šidlausko, Juška, and…

Lithuanian swimmers, including Šidlausko and Juška, begin their competitions on the first day of the European Swimming Championships.

Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevičius has engaged in discussions with the President of Azerbaijan, with the stated objective of enhancing bilateral relations between the two countries.

LRT: Sinkevičius, Speaking with Azerbaijani President, Aims to Strengthen Bilateral…

Lithuanian minister Sinkevičius has held discussions with the President of Azerbaijan, with the goal of enhancing bilateral ties.

A company founded by former executives to develop an anti-drone system has been recognized as one of Europe's 20 most promising startups, highlighting innovation in the tech sector.

Verslo žinios: Leaving management jobs to create anti-drone system - among Europe's 20 most…

A group of former executives have founded a company to develop an anti-drone system and have been recognized as one of Europe's 20 most promising startups.

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