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Legal Affairs / May 19, 2026

Lithuania’s ‘Liberal Dozen’: New Push for IVF Rights and Tax Relief

Lithuania's Seimas debates 12 new liberal proposals covering IVF social support, health insurance tax relief, and administrative hate speech laws.

National News / May 19, 2026

Lithuania Proposes Lowering Youth Age Limit to 11 for Earlier Support

Lithuania's Ministry of Social Security and Labour plans to lower the youth age limit to 11 to provide earlier social and emotional…

Health & Longevity / May 19, 2026

Student Health Checks in Lithuania: How to Beat the Autumn Rush

Avoid the September rush in Lithuania. Learn why parents should book mandatory student health and dental checks during the summer break.

Global Affairs / May 18, 2026

Sweden and Lithuania Unite on Defense Innovation and Ukraine Support

King Carl XVI Gustaf and President Nausėda discuss drone technology and defense financing during a high-profile visit to Lithuania.

Business & Finance / May 18, 2026

Lithuania Rethinks Health Tax as Employee Benefits Shrink by 15%

A new tax on health insurance premiums in Lithuania has led to a 15% drop in policy values as employers cut benefits…

Culture & History / May 18, 2026

Swedish Royals Join Lithuanian President at Vilnius Ukraine Center

King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia joined President Nausėda at the Ukraine Center in Vilnius to highlight the plight of displaced…

AI & Innovation / May 18, 2026

AI Ethics in Higher Education: Lessons from Lithuania’s Academic Shift

Lithuania shifts focus from AI bans to procedural transparency in universities, addressing the 2026 outlook for academic integrity and AI ethics.

Economy / May 18, 2026

Kaunas Hospital Faces Legal Action Over Salary Cuts for 3,000 Staff

Lithuanian union Sandrauga sues Kaunas Hospital over alleged illegal salary cuts and retroactive pay changes affecting 3,000 medical workers.

Culture & History / May 18, 2026

Beyond the Frontline: Why ‘Day X’ Requires Every Citizen’s Skill

Lithuania's 'Citizenship Festival' explores how teachers, cooks, and journalists play a vital role in national defense beyond military service.

Culture & History / May 18, 2026

Vilnius Urges Locals to Stop Switching to English to Aid Integration

Vilnius launches a new campaign urging locals to stop switching to English to help foreign residents practice and learn the Lithuanian language.