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An Armenian expatriate living in Druskininkai shares her family's secret shashlik marinade recipe, emphasizing meat selection over vinegar or kefir, while showcasing her long-running hospitality business.
Authorities intercepted a vehicle near Grūtas village in Druskininkai municipality, successfully seizing a cargo of contraband cigarettes and detaining three suspects.
Latvian young-generation poet Līva Marta Roze, a guest at 'Poetic Druskininkai Autumn,' states that poetry is her space for authenticity, where everyday details intertwine with bodily experiences and memories.
Andrius Mamontovas Jr. is set to perform again with his father in late August in Klaipėda, Druskininkai, and Kaunas, following major concerts earlier this year, and discusses his father's 'angry gaze' and his fiancée's stage presence.
Vilnius Mayor Valdas Benkunskas acknowledges concerns from the Druskininkai municipality regarding restricted waste incineration capacity for the Alytus region at the Vilnius Combined Heat and Power Plant, but states he would not dramatize the situation.
A traffic accident involving two passenger cars occurred on the Sarajevo transit road, leading to significant traffic jams and requiring emergency services.
The mayor of Druskininkai, Ričardas Malinauskas, is offering assistance to residents affected by a storm that swept through the city on Thursday, causing widespread damage including fallen trees and flooded streets.
A racist scandal has rocked the international powerlifting community after Lithuanian volunteer Ernestas Kusinas made racist remarks on social media following the World Classic Powerlifting Championship in Druskininkai.
Authorities in Druskininkai have filed charges against an individual in connection with the injury of a young person.
Eglės Sanatorija in Druskininkai is set to reopen its "Comfort+" accommodation complex and renovated reception in early September after a major €35 million reconstruction, enhancing comfort with advanced technologies.
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Peru, resulting in at least five deaths, dozens of injuries, and hundreds of people displaced. The tremor caused significant damage to residential buildings in the affected areas.
Lithuanian artist Andrius Mamontovas will celebrate his birthday with three open-air concerts at the end of summer. The performances, featuring his band, will take place in Klaipėda, Druskininkai, and Kaunas, showcasing his vibrant hits.
Lithuanian border guards in Druskininkai successfully intercepted four drones flying from Belarus, carrying a total of 5,000 packs of smuggled Belarusian cigarettes, marking a first for the State Border Guard Service.
Ričardas Malinauskas, the mayor of Druskininkai, announced the sad news on Friday that his father, Viliumas Malinauskas, has passed away.
New data from the State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) reveals the wealthiest mayors in Lithuania, with Kaunas, Druskininkai, and Prienai district mayors topping the list based on their assets.
Lithuania recorded new June temperature highs, with Druskininkai reaching 36.3 degrees Celsius and Kaunas 34.6 degrees. Following this record-breaking heat, stormy cyclones are now approaching the country.
Aušra Muzikevičiūtė was involved in a traffic accident at an intersection in Druskininkai, Lithuania, and later spoke publicly about the dangerous location.
Lithuanian celebrity Irūna Puzaraitė-Čepononienė and her husband Rokas Čepononis celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary, marking a decade since their vows in Druskininkuose.
The first chanterelle mushrooms of the season have appeared in the Druskininkai resort market, brought by a single vendor, leading to surprisingly high prices for the early fungi.
Residents of Šilo street in Druskininkai, Lithuania, are expressing frustration over a newly established waste collection site near their homes, citing unbearable odors and an influx of flies.
Border guards in the Kabeliai area of Druskininkai municipality apprehended a frequent 'client' with Belarusian cigarettes, just 11 days after his previous arrest for a similar offense.
A shift is observed in the Lithuanian real estate market, with more buyers prioritizing resorts like Druskininkai over coastal areas. This trend is driven by resorts offering high-level services and entertainment regardless of season or weather.
A real estate complex surrounded by forests in Druskininkai, Lithuania, is up for sale. Ričardas Čepas, founder of Newsec and Lords LB Asset Management, is selling the property.
A police officer from the Druskininkai police station was stopped for drunk driving in the Lazdijai district, facing administrative liability.
The Lithuanian resort town of Druskininkai is experiencing an influx of visitors during a long weekend, with city residents flocking to enjoy the warm weather and blooming nature.
Comedian Druski has been announced as the host for the 2026 BET Awards. He will make history as the youngest emcee in the show's 25-year history.
Despite current cold weather, the resort town of Druskininkai, Lithuania, has already begun preparations for the Christmas holidays, inviting residents to donate fir trees.
The Strait of Hormuz has reopened, easing global energy concerns, with President Trump expressing optimism for an impending deal with Iran. However, Iranian officials have warned they could re-close the vital waterway if the US blockade continues, while also rejecting Trump's claims about giving up uranium.
Mark Wahlberg revealed which celebrities, including Druski, found his "4AM Club Challenge" difficult on his new YouTube series. He shared these details during an interview in LA.
During a private lunch at the White House, US President Donald Trump reportedly mocked French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, while also criticizing NATO allies for not engaging in a war against Iran. Trump also remarked that he could accomplish much more if he were a 'king'.
Rumors circulated that Erika Kirk issued a cease-and-desist letter to comedian Druski following a skit, but fact-checking has proven these claims, including a viral screenshot, to be false, with no real interaction or cease-and-desist occurring.
The AI Grok incorrectly identified a comedic spoof by Druski of Erika Kirk as the actual person, highlighting a potential AI misidentification issue.
Druskininkai Mayor Ričardas Malinauskas, convicted in the 'Vijūnėlė manor' influence peddling case, used his final statement in court to claim that various politicians sought to 'wipe him off the face of the earth'.
Lithuania recorded a new heat record for March 12th, with preliminary data showing the highest air temperature of +18.1 ºC measured in Druskininkai, surpassing a 24-year-old record.
Druskininkai Mayor Ričardas Malinauskas, convicted of influence peddling in the Vijūnėlė Manor case, plans to deliver a final statement in the Lithuanian Court of Appeal, promising to expose those he believes are responsible for the criminal case.
Generalinė prokuratūra mano, kad kaltais dėl korupcinių nusikaltimų siekiant nenugriauti nelegalaus Vijūnėlės dvaro Druskininkuose pripažintiems asmenis turi būti paliktos galioti teismo skirtos bausm
Druski addressed his viral moment from the NFL Honors award show in San Francisco, where he butchered the name of Offensive Player of the Year award winner Jaxon Smith-Njigba ... with the comedian revealing he reached out to the NFL star, but never…
Luxury residential developments in Druskininkai are attracting heavy investment interest, with nearly all available units sold off as rental yields in the capital slow down.
Residents of the Lithuanian resort town Druskininkai are expressing frustration over overflowing and foul-smelling waste containers that have appeared near their homes, describing the situation as a public health nuisance.
Illegal tennis courts located near the Druskininkai resort airfield in Lithuania are being demolished today, following a court decision.
A dispute erupted in Druskininkai, Lithuania, between Paulius Skučas and a local resident over a pot near a rubbish bin. This incident occurred during a visit by the "Gamtos ateitis" team for a project.
The mayor of Druskininkai has issued a warning about a potential extreme situation, urging residents to be prepared. The specific nature of the threat was not immediately detailed, but the warning signals a serious concern for the municipality.
The mayor of Druskininkai, Ričardas Malinauskas, states that Vilnius is failing to manage its waste, leading to an impending emergency situation in the Alytus Region. He and other regional mayors have appealed to national authorities.
Police have launched an investigation following an international racist scandal caused by a Lithuanian participant at the World Classic Powerlifting Championship held in Druskininkai.
Andrius Mamontovas will hold his only major summer concerts in Klaipėda, Druskininkai, and Kaunas, with organizers revealing a specially designed stage for the birthday tour.
The legendary Veisiejai market attracts buyers in mid-summer, drawing them away from lakeside cottages and the Druskininkai resort with its array of goods. On sunny days, sellers, buyers, and curious onlookers barely fit into the fenced market area and street.
The labor market in the Lithuanian towns of Birštonas and Druskininkai is stable, but both areas are experiencing a shortage of workers. This trend indicates a new dynamic forming in the regional job market.
The second part of the exhibition 'Jacques Lipchitz. Sculptures-Pilgrims' is opening today, July 17, at 6 PM at the Jacques Lipchitz Museum in Druskininkai, showcasing works by the world-renowned Litvak sculptor.
Details have emerged regarding what Father Vaidas Vaišvilas, the priest of the Druskininkai Blessed Virgin Mary of the Scapular parish, did with an unexpected and touching gift received from a parishioner.
An exhibition titled "Jacques Lipchitz. Sculptures-Pilgrims" featuring works from Valencia is opening for the first time in Lithuania. The exhibition, commemorating the 135th birth anniversary of the world-renowned Litvak sculptor, will be held at the Samuel Bak Museum in Vilnius and the Jacques Lipchitz Museum in Druskininkai.
Emergency services responded to a car accident in the Druskininkai district, Lithuania, where a vehicle with a drunk crew crashed into a tree, injuring four people.
The 35th "Baltos lankos" academic studies week, held in Druskininkai from July 3-6, will bring together prominent Lithuanian intellectuals to discuss literature, memory, history, philosophy, and art.
Europe is experiencing a severe heatwave, with several countries like Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic breaking temperature records, reaching over 40 degrees Celsius. The World Health Organization has reported more than 1,300 excess deaths linked to the extreme heat across the continent.
Police in Lithuania reported that scammers from Druskininkai, Vilnius, and Šalčininkai districts fraudulently obtained large sums of money, totaling almost 60,000 euros, from residents.
Feyenoord plans to add 10,000 seats to De Kuip stadium as its new owner, while Lithuania outlines railway development including new routes to Klaipėda and connections to Druskininkai and Palanga. These are distinct events.
Comedian Druski has been cast alongside Emma Stone and Chris Pine in Universal’s upcoming baseball romantic comedy 'The Catch', directed by Dave McCary.
A man driving in Druskininkai, Lithuania, suddenly fell ill on Monday and later died in the hospital. The incident occurred while he was behind the wheel.
The Lithuanian military is searching for a drone that entered the country's airspace on Wednesday, with the search expanding towards Druskininkai. It is suspected the drone was Ukrainian but disoriented by Russia, possibly flying into Belarus.
Comedian Druski surprised Cardi B, John Legend, Jamie Foxx, and Martin Lawrence at their homes with a mariachi band to personally invite them to the 2026 BET Awards.
Designer Aušra Haglund-Muzikevičiūtė, currently living in Druskininkai, filmed a distressing sight near her apartment building that has been visible for a month.
Potentially deadly poisonous false morel mushrooms were reportedly available for as little as one euro at a market in the resort town of Druskininkai, Lithuania. The low price for a quantity sufficient for a meal raised concerns about public safety.
Druskininkai, one of Lithuania's most visited resorts, offers a wealth of activities, attractions, and relaxation areas for visitors.
New court filings and reports are raising questions about the identity of the shooter who injured a Secret Service officer during an incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The investigation continues to focus on who fired the shots.
The unique "Flintstones apartment" in Druskininkai, which resembled a cave, had its distinctive furniture sold at auction after the buyer decided not to live in the unusual interior.
A symbolic capsule-burying ceremony marked the start of construction for a new indoor and outdoor pool complex at Eglės Sanatorija in Druskininkai, Lithuania, which will feature a year-round outdoor pool and a unique white mud pool.
Youtuber Jake Paul has sparked controversy and backlash after suggesting a blackface skit as a response to Druski’s 'Erika Kirk whiteface' parody, with critics deeming his remarks insensitive.
Rumors circulated that Erika Kirk issued a cease-and-desist letter to comedian Druski following a skit, and also asked Elon Musk to remove the video from X, but fact-checking has proven these claims to be false, with no real interaction or cease-and-desist occurring.
Comedian Druski sparked controversy with a viral sketch mocking conservative women, with many claiming the person resembled Erika Kirk; new reports fact-check claims about Kirk's alleged response to Druski and her purported slamming of Elon Musk's Grok, following Tim Pool's earlier claims of Kirk being at risk.
Comedian Druski's sketch parodying a conservative woman, widely interpreted as a jab at TPUSA’s new CEO Erika Kirk, has gone viral and left social media users in splits.
Oksana Sakalauskienė, a businesswoman convicted in the 'Vijūnėlės Manor' case involving judicial bribery in Druskininkai, has appealed to the Lithuanian Court of Appeal, requesting not to be sent to prison for four years.
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a deceased couple in an apartment in the resort town of Druskininkai on Wednesday.
A man was injured while attempting to extinguish a garage fire in the Lithuanian resort town of Druskininkai.
The Voice is clearly going after a younger audience with its upcoming season after adding popular content creator Druski to its books. NBC has set Druski as a special commentator for Season 29, which
Druskininkų meras Ričardas Malinauskas has declared the largest amount of cash among municipal leaders, sparking discussion on financial transparency.
The area around Druskonis Lake amphitheater in Druskininkai will be fenced off for Andrius Mamontovas' major summer concert with his band on August 22nd, marking the first ticketed author concert of this format at the venue.
A criminal case against former Varėna district municipality council member Virginija Druskinienė, who is accused of fraud related to 'receipts,' has been transferred to court.
The traditional Dainava region folklore festival in Druskininkai, Lithuania, garnered attention this year not only for its concerts and crafts but also for a conflict arising from the question 'Whose Crimea?', leading an artisan to claim he became unwelcome.
The mayor of Druskininkai municipality in Lithuania, Ričardas Malinauskas, stated that if the Vilnius combined heat and power plant continues to accept waste only from the capital region, Alytus region municipalities will discuss an emergency situation by the end of August.
Representatives from the Druskininkai municipality shared photos of storm-damaged areas, highlighting an overturned cross, and clarified its fate.
A heavily intoxicated driver fled from police officers near Druskininkai, leading to a chase.
Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a brutal assault that occurred in the center of Slavonski Brod, with authorities announcing the identification of the alleged perpetrator.
A brutal assault on a young man at a party in Druskininkai, Lithuania, has gone viral on social media, with reports indicating he was severely beaten. A pre-trial investigation has been launched into the incident.
Two men were apprehended by border guards in Druskininkai after being caught transporting 6,000 packs of cigarettes, illegally brought from Belarus via air balloons, in a Bolt minivan. A pre-trial investigation has been launched, and both men have been arrested.
Lithuanian asset management company UAB "Nter Asset Management" has sold the real estate complex in Druskininkai, which houses one of Lithuania's largest wellness and mineral water SPA centers, "SPA Vilnius Druskininkai," for an undisclosed sum.
The Lithuanian Court of Appeal announced a postponement of more than two months for the verdict in a criminal case where Druskininkai Mayor Ričardas Malinauskas and others were found guilty of various corruption offenses.
Ričardas Malinauskas, the mayor of Druskininkai, announced the death of his father, Viliumas Malinauskas. He later shared a message on social media, thanking everyone for their support during this difficult time.
Lithuania recorded its highest-ever June temperature last weekend, with the resort town of Druskininkai reaching 36.3 degrees Celsius.
Comedian Druski is facing backlash after his saxophone performance at the BET Awards led to SZA and Doechii being played off stage, drawing criticism from TDE President Terrence "Punch" Henderson.
Southern Sweden experienced its warmest temperatures since 1917, with researchers noting a lack of preparedness, while preliminary data indicated Druskininkai, Lithuania, recorded the highest temperature at 32.8 °C on Saturday.
Comedian Druski, host of the BET Awards, has drawn criticism for appearing in whiteface in a new promotional video for the awards show, following previous controversial skits.
Cardi B, Doechii, and other artists are confirmed to perform at the 2026 BET Awards, which will be hosted by Druski. The event is anticipated as 'Culture's Biggest Night'.
Two members of an organized group have been sentenced in Druskininkai, Lithuania, for smuggling excise goods, specifically cigarettes flown in from Belarus via hot air balloons.
A couple in Druskininkai, Lithuania, spent four years building their distinctive single-story home, which was designed by architect Ieva Prunskaitė to fulfill a specific and unusual request from the owners.
The magazine 'Literatūra ir menas' is set to present a special thematic issue dedicated to the culture of Dzūkija this Thursday, May 21st, at the 'Lelija' cultural space in Druskininkai.
Businesses in Lithuanian resorts, particularly Palanga and Druskininkai, are preparing for the upcoming summer season, with Palanga facing the most challenges.
Visitors were evacuated from the Druskininkai water park in Lithuania after smoke was reported spreading through the premises on Monday evening.
Increased air pollution has been recorded in southern Lithuania, particularly in Druskininkai, due to forest and open-area fires in neighboring Belarus, causing residents to smell burning.
Erika Kirk is facing new criticism after Ashley St. Clair questioned her response to a Druski skit, advising her to withdraw from public pressure following comments made on The Charlie Kirk Show.
Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, publicly criticized comedian Druski for allegedly dressing in 'whiteface' and parodying her. She expressed her frustration with daily criticism during an episode of 'The Charlie Kirk Show'.
The reconstruction of the Snow Arena indoor ski slope in Druskininkai, Lithuania, has been completed, and a new 'Snow Hotel Druskininkai' has opened on an adjacent 8-hectare site.
A new museum honoring the renowned sculptor Jacques Lipchitz has officially opened its doors in Druskininkai, showcasing his life and works.
Erika Kirk has reacted to the viral video involving Druski, stating she is ignoring online criticism and focusing on her personal life, despite political figures like Candace Owens and Donald Trump commenting on the situation.
Comedian Druski has ignited debate after posting a humorous video depicting conservative women, which many viewers interpreted as a mockery of Erika Kirk, the widow of conservative leader Charlie Kirk.
Comedian Druski sparked controversy with a viral sketch mocking conservative women by imitating Erika Kirk, which reportedly confused AI system Grok.
The Lithuanian Court of Appeal will take over four months to announce its verdict in the 'Vijūnėlė manor' corruption case, which involves the Druskininkai mayor and former judges.
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The lawyer for Druskininkai Mayor Ričardas Malinauskas, convicted of influence peddling in the Vijūnėlė manor case, believes the Lithuanian Court of Appeal should overturn the verdict and acquit him.
An exhibition in Druskininkai, Lithuania, showcases wood that has lain at the bottom of the sea for centuries, inviting visitors to ponder its history and memory.