A university ethics commission has concluded that Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevičius's dissertation contains plagiarism. This determination could result in the revision or loss of his doctoral degree. The Prime Minister has responded to the findings.

Delfi: Plagiarism Allegations Against PM Sinkevičius: University Ethics Commission…

The university's Ethics Commission has determined that Prime Minister Sinkevičius engaged in plagiarism in his dissertation, potentially leading to its revision or the loss of his doctoral degree.

Lrytas: Minister Sinkevičius' Dissertation Found to Contain Plagiarism, Prime Minister…

A university commission has found plagiarism in Minister Sinkevičius' dissertation, and the prime minister has reacted to the verdict.

LRT: ISM University Commission Finds Plagiarism in M. Sinkevičius' Dissertation

A commission at ISM University has identified instances of plagiarism in the dissertation of M. Sinkevičius.

15min: Prime Minister's reaction: his dissertation is plagiarism

The Prime Minister has reacted to accusations that his doctoral dissertation constitutes plagiarism.

The decision to introduce universal military conscription in 2032 has been met with strong criticism from opposition parties and disappointment from liberal leaders. Laurynas Kasčiūnas, a Member of the Seimas, believes a six-year preparation period is too long.

Lrytas: After Decision to Introduce Universal Conscription in 2032 - Sharp Opposition…

Following the decision to introduce universal conscription in 2032, there is sharp criticism from the opposition.

LRT: Liberal Leader Disappointed by Retreat from Universal Conscription Plan

A liberal leader expresses disappointment over the decision to move away from the plan to introduce universal conscription starting in 2030.

15min: Laurynas Kasčiūnas: Six years to prepare for general conscription is too long

Laurynas Kasčiūnas believes that a six-year period is excessively long for preparing for general military conscription.

Lrytas: Liberal Criticism Over Postponement of Military Conscription

Members of the Liberal party have expressed criticism regarding the postponement of mandatory military conscription.

Lithuanian politicians are proposing various measures, including selling state property and new taxes, to reduce the budget deficit. However, Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen, Deputy Speaker of the Seimas, has expressed skepticism regarding the government's efforts to lower the fiscal deficit.

15min: How to plug the budget hole? Politicians' proposals range from selling…

Lithuanian politicians are discussing various proposals to reduce the budget deficit, including selling state property and implementing new taxes.

LRT: Čmilytė-Nielsen Doubts Government's Efforts to Reduce Fiscal Deficit

Speaker of the Seimas, Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen, has expressed doubts about the current government's effectiveness in lowering the fiscal deficit.

Lithuania's Gross Domestic Product increased by 2.3% year-on-year. Simultaneously, inflation is accelerating, causing concern among a significant portion of the population.

Verslo žinios: Lithuania's GDP grew 2.3% year-on-year; Pentagon urges toning down rhetoric…

Lithuania's Gross Domestic Product saw a 2.3% increase over the past year, while the Pentagon advised a less confrontational approach in discussions with Russia.

15min: Inflation in Lithuania is accelerating: every second resident fears one thing

Inflation is on the rise in Lithuania, with a significant portion of the population expressing fear about its economic consequences.

Vilnius police are investigating a reported rape case involving a 21-year-old woman who may have been drugged. Suspicion has fallen on a ride-hailing driver after the victim lost consciousness.

LRT: Police Investigate Possible Rape in Vilnius; Victim May Have Been Drugged

Vilnius police are investigating a possible rape case where the victim may have been drugged.

Lrytas: Report of Rape of 21-Year-Old Vilnius Woman: Suspicion Falls on Ride-Hailing…

A report has been filed regarding the rape of a 21-year-old woman in Vilnius, with suspicion falling on a ride-hailing driver after she lost consciousness.

Sofija Sapega, a former political prisoner, has spoken for the first time in five years, detailing her experience after detention and claiming she was compelled to beg on her knees to sign an agreement. She is now back in Lithuania.

Delfi: First Statement from Sofija Sapega After Five Years: Begged for Agreement on…

Sofija Sapega has spoken for the first time in five years, recounting how Protasevich behaved after his detention and claiming she was compelled to beg on her knees to sign an agreement.

Amazon's satellite internet service, a competitor to Starlink, is slated to begin operations in Lithuania in 2027, aiming to expand broadband access across the country.

LRT: Starlink Competitor to Arrive in Lithuania by 2027

Amazon's satellite internet service, a competitor to Starlink, is set to begin operations in Lithuania in 2027, expanding broadband access.

The highly valued German defense technology company 'Stark Defence' will collaborate with the Lithuanian firm 'Granta Autonomy'.

Verslo žinios: Billion-valued German defense startup 'Stark Defence' to cooperate with…

The highly valued German defense technology company 'Stark Defence' will collaborate with the Lithuanian firm 'Granta Autonomy'.

Ramonaitė, a commentator, suggests that nostalgia, particularly concerning the Soviet past in Lithuania, can evolve into resentment and potentially trigger societal unrest.

LRT: Ramonaitė: Nostalgia Can Turn into Resentment, Fueling Societal Outbursts

A commentary by Ramonaitė explores how nostalgia can evolve into resentment, potentially leading to societal upheaval, contrasting views on the Soviet past in Lithuania.

The owners of 'Jysk' are proceeding with the sale of their furniture group, a decision made despite the recent closure of a factory in Alytus.

Verslo žinios: Closure of factory in Alytus did not help: 'Jysk' owners sell furniture group

Despite the closure of a factory in Alytus, the owners of 'Jysk' are proceeding with the sale of their furniture group.