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Prosecutor General faces scrutiny; power outages persist for two weeks.

New reports have emerged detailing an unusual incident involving Prosecutor General Nida Grunskienė, who is alleged to have used a whip against a subordinate. This development has brought the conduct of high-ranking officials into public discourse.

Meanwhile, the aftermath of a recent natural disaster continues to affect the nation, with approximately 3,200 households still without electricity two weeks after the event. Residents in the Kazlų Rūda area describe the scale of the damage as unprecedented in 56 years.

In other domestic news, political tensions are rising ahead of upcoming elections, and a Vilnius hospital has introduced a new therapy for prostate cancer.

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Prosecutor General's Conduct Under Scrutiny

Prosecutor General Nida Grunskienė is facing allegations of using a whip against a subordinate who volunteered for the interaction, drawing significant attention to the conduct of high-ranking officials.

Lithuanian Sports Achievements

Lithuanian discus thrower Mykolas Alekna has once again surpassed rival Čehas, expressing his intent to defeat him on his home ground, highlighting a long-lasting rivalry. Additionally, a top attacking player from the Lithuanian vice-champions has transferred to Portugal's highest football league, and the top 10 international achievements of Lithuanian sports specialist Karolis Damkauskas were highlighted.

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