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Minor at center of political dispute finds mother dead

A tragic incident has unfolded as a minor, whose public dispute had involved political figures Inga Ruginienė, the Minister of Social Security and Labour, and Slušnys, discovered their mother deceased. This somber event has drawn significant attention.

Meanwhile, the Vilnius municipality is grappling with an internal crisis, as half of the employees in one of its departments have reportedly resigned, with blame directed at the management. In other local government news, the Vilnius Region Council failed to reach a quorum, preventing a discussion on renaming streets associated with the late Cardinal Gulbinowicz.

On the economic front, new warnings are being issued about Lithuania's financial situation, while the real estate market is facing challenges as its 'honeymoon phase' concludes amid inflationary pressures. Additionally, public disagreements among coalition partners suggest rising tensions within the government led by Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevičius. On a positive note, Nobel laureate Anne L'Huillier praised Lithuania's advanced laser technology, highlighting its global significance.

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Lithuania's Economic Outlook and Real Estate Market Shifts

Concerns are emerging regarding Lithuania's economic situation, with some experts issuing warnings while others offer counterarguments. The real estate sector, in particular, is seeing an end to its growth period as buyers face increasing inflationary pressures.

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