This week in Greece
This week in Greece, European prosecutors indicted four Greek MPs over a subsidy fraud case, while SYRIZA faced internal political maneuvering regarding leadership and party seats. Authorities also made progress in the Marfin bank arson investigation and dismantled a loan sharking ring in Thessaloniki. The country also contended with a very high wildfire risk and ongoing local issues like metro construction damages and Airbnb regulations.
About Greece
Greece, a cradle of Western civilization, is renowned for its rich ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning Mediterranean geography, featuring thousands of islands. Its media landscape, while legally free, navigates economic pressures and occasional government interference, with ownership often concentrated among a few powerful groups.
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Media landscape
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Two Dutch tourists fall 20 meters down cliff on Zakynthos after quad bike incident
- Two 20-year-old Dutch tourists fell approximately 20 meters down a cliff on the Greek island of Zakynthos. - The incident occurred while they were riding a rented quad bike in the Xerokastello area.โฆ
World Cup 2026: Historic Selfie of Messi, Durant, Djokovic, and Other Global Stars
- Lionel Messi, Kevin Durant, Novak Djokovic, and other global stars took a historic selfie at the Fanatics Fest. - The gathering occurred hours before the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Sโฆ
Greece announces July 20-24 payments for social security and employment benefits
- Greece's Ministry of Labor announced payment schedules for e-EFKA and DYPA benefits from July 20 to 24. - A total of approximately 68.6 million euros will be disbursed to over 80,000 beneficiaries. โฆ
Rena Dourou elected SYRIZA parliamentary group leader in Greece
- Rena Dourou was elected as the new leader of the SYRIZA parliamentary group in Greece. - She ran unopposed after Pavlos Polakis withdrew his candidacy, securing seven votes in favor and one blank baโฆ
72-installment debt settlement opens: Which debts are eligible - The six key points
- Greek taxpayers can now settle old debts in up to 72 monthly installments under a new regulation. - The measure applies to debts that became overdue by December 31, 2023, and were not already under โฆ
World Cup 2026: Yamal's hairdresser arrives in Rolls-Royce before final
- Lamine Yamal's personal hairdresser arrived at the Spanish team's hotel in a Rolls-Royce shortly before the 2026 World Cup final. - The hairdresser's luxurious arrival drew significant attention, asโฆ
Marios Fragkoulis recalls bullying: 'They told me to sell souvlaki'
- Renowned tenor Marios Fragkoulis shared personal struggles from the early stages of his career in London. - He revealed experiencing bullying from other artists who suggested he should sell souvlakiโฆ
Olympiacos Signs Spanish Winger Joel Roca from Girona
- Greek football club Olympiacos has officially announced the signing of 21-year-old winger Joel Roca from Girona. - Roca, a Spanish youth international, previously played for Mirandรฉs on loan, where โฆ
Greece: Working Retirees Get Pension Boost, Encouraging Continued Employment
- Greece has removed a 30% pension cut for working retirees, effective January 1, 2024. - Retirees can now permanently increase their pensions by continuing to pay insurance contributions while workiโฆ
Trump Blames Canada for Wildfire Smoke, Threatens Tariffs
- Former U.S. President Donald Trump accused Canada of polluting American air with smoke from its wildfires. - Trump stated on social media that Canada is not properly managing its forests, leading toโฆ
World Cup final referee's past linked to prostitution ring case
- Slovenian referee Slavko Vinฤiฤ will officiate the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. - In May 2020, Vinฤiฤ was questioned by Bosnian authorities during an operation against an internโฆ
UK nationalizes British Steel to protect jobs and national capability
- The British government has nationalized British Steel, taking control of the Scunthorpe plant. - This move aims to protect jobs and maintain a vital national capability for producing primary steel. โฆ
Greece's C-section rate among world's highest, study finds
- Greece has one of the world's highest rates of Cesarean sections, with 67% of births occurring this way. - This rate is significantly higher than in most European countries, where it ranges from 15%โฆ
Emmanouil Karalis to compete against elite field at London Diamond League
- Greek pole vaulter Emmanouil Karalis will compete in the London Diamond League on Saturday, July 18. - He faces elite competition, including world record holder Mondo Duplantis. - This event marks aโฆ
Greece: 7 in 10 births by C-section, rates reach 84% in some hospitals
- Greece has one of the world's highest rates of Cesarean sections, with about 67% of births performed this way. - This rate is significantly higher than in most European countries, where it ranges frโฆ
Greece Faces Four-Day Heatwave: Temperatures to Reach 42ยฐC
- Greece is bracing for its first heatwave of the summer, with temperatures expected to reach up to 42ยฐC (107.6ยฐF) from Sunday to Wednesday. - The heatwave is forecast to peak on Monday and Tuesday, wโฆ
Shops Open Sunday for First Day of Summer Sales
- Shops in Greece will be open on Sunday, July 19, marking the first Sunday of the summer sales period. - Retailers anticipate increased sales driven by high tourist traffic, viewing this period as crโฆ
U.S.-Iran exchange blows for seventh consecutive night
- The Middle East experienced a seventh consecutive night of intense exchanges, with U.S. strikes in southern Iran reportedly killing at least three people. - Iran retaliated by targeting military sitโฆ
Greek Banks Donate โฌ160 Million for University Renovations
- Four major Greek systemic banks are donating โฌ160 million to renovate and upgrade university facilities. - The initiative aims to revitalize spaces and infrastructure at the National and Kapodistriaโฆ
Greece Implements Electronic Procedure for Lifting Bank Account Seizures
- Greece has launched a new electronic procedure for lifting bank account seizures imposed by tax authorities for overdue debts. - To qualify, taxpayers must pay 25% of the seized debt, have a paymentโฆ
Greece to Cut Prices on Dozens of Essential Goods by Up to 20%
- Greece will implement a national initiative to lower prices on dozens of essential product categories by 5% to 20% starting August 31, 2026. - The initiative, targeting products from fresh meat and โฆ
Record 13 Tons of Cocaine Seized in Spain, Unraveling Vast Drug Ring
- Spanish authorities seized approximately 13 tons of cocaine, the largest seizure in the country's history, hidden in a shipment of bananas from Latin America. - The investigation uncovered a complexโฆ
Italian goldsmith sentenced to 14 years for killing two robbers
- An Italian goldsmith has been sentenced to 14 years and 9 months in prison for killing two robbers during a 2021 jewelry store heist. - Italy's Supreme Court rejected the defense's appeal, ruling thโฆ
Venezuela earthquake deaths exceed 5,000
- Over 5,000 people have died following two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24. - The quakes injured 16,740 people and left 17,907 homeless, according to the latest official toll. -โฆ
Olympiacos' Zota Silva scores hat-trick in debut victory over Fortuna Sittard
- Zota Silva scored a hat-trick in his debut for Olympiacos, leading them to a 3-1 victory over Fortuna Sittard. - The Portuguese midfielder opened the scoring in the 20th minute and added two more goโฆ
Iran's ultimatum to Trump: Stop the bombings or we launch a widespread attack
- Iran has issued a three-day ultimatum to the United States, demanding an end to bombings or facing a widespread retaliatory attack. - Mohsen Rezaei, a military advisor, stated Iran will no longer seโฆ
Investigation Proceeds Without Emails, Minister Asserts; Political Landscape and Scandals Detailed
- The Minister of Citizen Protection stated that the investigation into a case is proceeding without the need for emails. - Unidentified perpetrators remain at large and will be apprehended. - The artโฆ
Libya: Astonishing Ancient Greek Finds in Apollonia - Archaeologists Stunned by Hippodrome Discovery
- French archaeologists in Libya have unearthed significant ancient Greek findings in Apollonia (modern Susa), including a theater, sacred complexes, and a unique hippodrome. - The discovery of the hiโฆ
Formula 1 drivers share World Cup 2026 excitement
- Formula 1 drivers shared their thoughts on their national teams' progress in the 2026 World Cup. - Spain, led by Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz, and Argentina, with Franco Colapinto, are the remaโฆ
Alleged Marfin Arson Coordinator Held in High-Security Cell
- A 42-year-old man, accused of orchestrating a fatal arson at Marfin, was transferred to Nafplio Judicial Prison under heavy security. - Authorities are searching for two more individuals from the anโฆ
Football Team Offers Hope and Recovery for Women Amputees in Gaza
- Football has become a source of recovery and empowerment for women in Gaza who lost limbs or sustained severe injuries during the war. - The Palestine Association Womenโs Amputee Football Team, baseโฆ
Monaco Bombing: New Video Emerges as Ukrainian Billionaire Blames Intelligence Service
- A new video has emerged showing the moment of a bomb explosion in Monaco that targeted Ukrainian billionaire Vadim Ermolaev. - The June 29 attack injured Ermolaev, his partner, and their 13-year-oldโฆ
Ukraine: 10 Dead in Russian Attacks, Many Injured
- At least 10 people died and around 20 were injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine and Russian territories. - In Ukraine, strikes hit Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, and Kherson, causing civilian casualโฆ
Japan's B.League attracts top European basketball talent
- The Japanese B.League is increasingly attracting players from top European basketball leagues. - High salaries are a factor, but players also seek prominent roles and a high quality of life. - Severโฆ
Douros bids for SYRIZA parliamentary leadership, Polakis withdraws
- Rena Douros announced her candidacy for the leadership of SYRIZA's parliamentary group, prompting Pavlos Polakis to withdraw his own bid. - Douros stated that her decision aims to rebuild the party,โฆ
Elderly Man Hospitalized in Intensive Care After Snakebite in Evrytania
- An elderly man in Evrytania, Greece, is in intensive care after being bitten by a snake while working outdoors. - The man experienced severe pain and swelling in his hand after disturbing a stone, sโฆ
Sakkari advances to Athens Open semifinals, cherishes home-court advantage
- Maria Sakkari advanced to the Athens Open semifinals after defeating Alicia Parks 6-4, 6-3. - Sakkari expressed her unique joy in playing at home in front of the Greek crowd. - She will face Alina Kโฆ
US health authorities link 'explosive diarrhea' outbreak to Taco Bell lettuce
- US health authorities have linked an ongoing outbreak of intestinal illness to a parasite found in lettuce supplied to Taco Bell. - Over 1,600 people across five states were diagnosed with cyclosporโฆ
Period-tracking apps share sensitive user data, Mozilla investigation finds
- A Mozilla Foundation investigation found that some period-tracking apps share sensitive user data with third parties. - Apps like Stardust and Spot On were found to share data on reproductive healthโฆ
Period-tracking apps share sensitive user data, Mozilla study finds
- A new Mozilla Foundation study reveals that period-tracking apps collect and share sensitive user data. - Apps like Stardust and Spot On were found to share health information with third parties, inโฆ
Greece: Officials race to solve student transport crisis in Thessaloniki
- Officials met to address the urgent issue of student transportation in Thessaloniki, Greece, ahead of the new school year. - Two regional tenders for the service failed, risking 16,500 students beinโฆ
Piraeus upgrades Freattyda beach with modern facilities and enhanced accessibility
- The municipality of Piraeus has completed upgrades to Freattyda beach, transforming it into a modern recreational space. - Improvements include extensive cleaning, new plantings, upgraded facilitiesโฆ
Apple dethrones Nvidia, returns to top spot with staggering market value
- Apple has regained its position as the world's most valuable company, surpassing Nvidia. - Nvidia had previously held the top spot, driven by the AI boom and demand for its GPUs. - Apple's resurgencโฆ
Yabusele: 'I've Already Imagined My First Dunk at the T-Center!'
- Gershon Yabusele expressed excitement about his first experience at the Telekom Center Athens, feeling the energy of Panathinaikos. - He cited the club's high ambitions, fan dynamics, and the presenโฆ
Shocking Video: The Moment an Italian Goldsmith Shoots and Kills Two Robbers โ The Case Dividing the Country
- An Italian goldsmith, Mario Roggiero, has been sentenced to 14 years and 9 months in prison for killing two robbers in 2021. - The court ruled that Roggiero fired on the fleeing robbers, exceeding tโฆ
Canadian Wildfire Smoke Threatens World Cup Final Air Quality
- Smoke from Canadian wildfires is affecting air quality in New Jersey ahead of the 2026 World Cup final. - Spain's midfielder Mikel Merino acknowledged the atmospheric conditions but stressed the teaโฆ
Shootings in Denmark: One civilian dead, police officer injured - How the incident occurred
- A civilian was killed and a police officer injured in a shooting incident in Nรธrresundby, Denmark. - The suspect was seriously wounded by police and taken to a hospital. - Authorities are investigatโฆ
PAOK FC Announces Signing of Greek Defender Pantelis Hatzidiakos
- PAOK FC has officially announced the signing of Greek international defender Pantelis Hatzidiakos. - Hatzidiakos signed a contract with the club that runs until June 30, 2029. - He previously playedโฆ
Lamia Salmonella Cases Rise to 25; Food Businesses Under Scrutiny
- A Salmonella outbreak in Lamia, Greece, has reached 25 confirmed cases, with most patients recovering and returning home. - Health authorities are conducting extensive checks on catering businesses โฆ
Athens Metro Line 3 faces nighttime closures for rail work
- Temporary traffic adjustments will affect Athens Metro Line 3 from Sunday, July 19, due to rail replacement work. - Sections of the line, including Evangelismos and Katechaki stations, will close niโฆ
Zinedine Zidane reportedly set to coach French national team
- Zinedine Zidane is set to become the new head coach of the French national football team, according to reports. - He is expected to sign a four-year contract, leading the team through Euro 2028 and โฆ
Olympiacos Faces Fortuna Sittard in Preseason Friendly
- Olympiacos is playing a friendly match against Fortuna Sittard in the Netherlands. - Coach Josรฉ Luis Mendilibar is expected to continue testing players and tactics. - The starting lineup includes Stโฆ
SpaceX Starship Launch Aborted at Last Second Due to Engine Issues
- SpaceX aborted the 13th test flight of its Starship rocket seconds before scheduled liftoff from Texas. - The abort occurred because some of the 33 Raptor engines failed to ignite as planned, triggeโฆ
Teenager Charged with Murder After Allegedly Killing Landlord Hours After Renting Room
- Enzo Betamio, 19, faces murder charges in London for allegedly killing a landlord he rented a room from. - Betamio, who was 16 when he arrived in the UK, rented a room for a month and allegedly killโฆ
Rule of Law report: Greece faces 'warning bells' and stalled recommendations
- The European Commission's annual Rule of Law report acknowledges progress by Greece but maintains a critical stance on transparency, justice, and press freedom. - Key recommendations from the previoโฆ
Fire in Low Vegetation in Babini, Astakos, Aetolia-Acarnania
- A fire broke out in low vegetation in Babini, Astakos, Aetolia-Acarnania, Greece, on July 17, 2026. - The Fire Service deployed 43 firefighters, two ground teams, 10 vehicles, two aircraft, and one โฆ
Wildfires Blanket New York in Smoke, Creating 'Lockdown' Conditions
- Severe wildfires in Canada are causing significant air pollution across northeastern North America. - Smoke has blanketed major metropolitan areas in the United States and Canada. - Authorities are โฆ
Italy: 17-year-old arrested for alleged plot in Islamic extremist attack
- Italian authorities arrested a 17-year-old girl suspected of planning to participate in an Islamic extremist terrorist attack. - The minor, who holds Italian citizenship, was reportedly found to be โฆ
British man arrested in Greece over drug package; forest fire contained
- Greek authorities arrested a 57-year-old British man in Methoni after he received a suspicious postal package containing narcotics. - In a separate incident in Veria, a 36-year-old man is accused ofโฆ
Brenda Fricker: 'Pigeon Lady' from Home Alone dies aged 81
- Irish actress Brenda Fricker, known for her role as the "pigeon lady" in "Home Alone 2," has died at age 81. - Fricker won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in 1990 for her role in "My Left Foot.โฆ
Greece to Launch Sweeping Tax Return Audits Post-July 24 Deadline
- Greece's Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) will conduct extensive audits of tax returns after the July 24 deadline. - The audits aim to identify undeclared income and cases of artificiโฆ
Panathinaikos reaches agreement with Samsunspor for defender Rik van Drongelen
- Panathinaikos has reached a verbal agreement with Samsunspor to acquire defender Rik van Drongelen. - The transfer fee is reportedly around 5.5 million euros, despite higher figures reported in Turkโฆ
Trump Administration Links 2031 Women's World Cup Hosting to Transgender Athlete Policy
- The United States is nearing an agreement to host the 2031 Women's World Cup, according to a White House official. - A key condition for hosting is FIFA's policy on the participation of transgender โฆ
Merz and Macron strengthen Franco-German defense axis
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron strengthened defense cooperation during a joint meeting. - Germany will participate in a French nuclear military exercise in 202โฆ
Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake Strikes Southern Mexico, Triggers Tsunami Warning
- A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck near the coast of Mexico's southern Chiapas state on Friday. - The earthquake triggered a tsunami warning for the region and was felt in neighboring Guatemala and Eโฆ
Tennis player Daria Kasatkina marries partner in Athens wedding
- Australian tennis player Daria Kasatkina married her partner Natalia Zabiiako in a private ceremony in Athens. - The couple, together since 2021, announced their engagement in June 2025 and celebratโฆ
New Record in Greek Car Market as Hybrids Capture Strong Share
- The Greek car market set a new record in June, with 18,672 new cars registered, surpassing previous monthly highs. - Hybrid vehicles dominated the market, accounting for 55.2% of sales in June and 5โฆ
Panathinaikos Nears Deal for Defender Rik van Drongelen
- Panathinaikos is close to finalizing the transfer of central defender Rik van Drongelen from Samsunspor. - The deal is reportedly valued at โฌ4.5 million guaranteed, with potential bonuses reaching โฌโฆ
Olympiacos signs German international David Schmidt for handball team
- Greek handball club Olympiacos signed German international David Schmidt from Frisch Auf Gรถppingen. - Schmidt, a right back, brings extensive experience from the German Bundesliga and international โฆ
Novibet: The GameTech Company Growing With Its People
- Novibet, a GameTech company with over 1,400 employees globally, prioritizes employee development alongside business growth. - The company facilitates career advancement, with approximately 400 emploโฆ
Unbelievable Incident in the U.S.: Dog Turns on Toaster, Sparking Fire โ Three Pets Dead
- A dog in Maryland, USA, accidentally started a house fire by turning on a toaster, resulting in the deaths of three pets. - Security camera footage captured the dog, named Bo, climbing onto the counโฆ
France, Germany pivot to nuclear deterrence after FCAS fighter jet program failure
- France and Germany aim to reset strategic cooperation after the failure of their joint FCAS fighter jet program. - The leaders are meeting to focus on new joint projects and strengthen European secuโฆ
'Where to kill Trump?': Outrage over Iranian agency video showing potential assassination sites
- An Iranian news agency, Fars, published a video with the English title "Where to kill Trump?" - The video reportedly suggests potential assassination locations for Donald Trump, including a bridge nโฆ
Dog Attack in Greece Leaves Man Injured, Pet Dead; Owner Arrested
- A 66-year-old man and his Yorkshire terrier were attacked by a larger dog in Vrilissia, Greece. - The man sustained injuries, and his dog was killed during the incident. - The owner of the attackingโฆ
Sevilla FC presents new signing Vlachodimos as 'Odysseus,' inspired by Nolan's film
- Sevilla FC presented new signing Odysseas Vlachodimos with a creative visual inspired by "The Odyssey." - The club drew inspiration from Christopher Nolan's upcoming film adaptation of the epic poemโฆ
Alex Baena eyes historic treble of Euro, Olympic gold, and World Cup
- Alex Baena is on the verge of achieving a rare football feat by winning the Euro, an Olympic gold medal, and the World Cup. - He has already secured the Euro 2024 title and the Paris Olympics gold mโฆ
Andy Burnham Officially Becomes New Labour Party Leader, Vows to Unite UK
- Andy Burnham has officially become the new leader of the UK's Labour Party. - Burnham stated he is ready to lead the party and build on the foundation laid by his predecessor, Keir Starmer. - He ackโฆ
ESAMEA's proposals on Personal Assistant, mobility instructors, and disability support submitted to Parliament
- The National Confederation of Disabled Persons (ESAMEA) submitted proposals to the Greek Parliament regarding the "Personal Assistant" program and other active policies for individuals with disabiliโฆ
Nolan's 'Odyssey' Cast Recounts Homer's Epic in 60 Seconds
- The cast of Christopher Nolan's "Odyssey" retells Homer's epic in a 60-second video. - The stars, including Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway, humorously narrate Odysseus's ten-year journey. - The creatiโฆ
Football Talk: Final with a Latin flavor, AEK and Monterrey agree on Pineda, Olympiacos friendly with Fortuna
- The article previews the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, highlighting it as a "Latin-flavored" match. - It also covers domestic football news, including AEK's agreement with Monterrey fโฆ
Tsoukalas to Georgiadis on OPKEPEPE: You Pressured the European Prosecutor's Office and Threatened, and You Failed Miserably
- A political dispute has erupted between PASOK-KINAL spokesperson Kostas Tsoukalas and Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis over the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO). - Tsoukalas accused Georgโฆ
Municipality of Athens on high alert due to very high fire risk (Category 4)
- The Municipality of Athens is on high alert due to a very high fire risk (Category 4) predicted for Attica. - Services are implementing a Civil Protection plan, including 24-hour patrols and drone sโฆ
Pineda Set for โฌ8 Million Transfer to Monterrey from AEK Athens
- Orbelรญn Pineda is set to transfer to Mexican club Monterrey for a โฌ8 million release clause. - The midfielder wanted to return to his home country for family reasons and to reunite with former coachโฆ
Giannis Antetokounmpo hopes his career mirrors Messi's after Heat presentation
- Giannis Antetokounmpo expressed his admiration for Lionel Messi during his presentation as a Miami Heat player, hoping his own career mirrors Messi's. - Antetokounmpo witnessed Messi's performance iโฆ
International operation dismantles migrant trafficking ring in Greece, netting over 300,000 euros
- An international police operation dismantled a human trafficking ring operating between Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, and the Netherlands. - The network illegally transported migrants from the Evros boโฆ
Hollywood Flooded: Century-Old Water Main Bursts on Sunset Boulevard
- A century-old water main ruptured on Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, causing extensive flooding and traffic disruptions. - The 1916 steel pipe is a key part of the city's water distโฆ
Middle East Crisis Escalates, Oil Prices Climb on Tensions
- Oil prices rose sharply as tensions between the United States and Iran escalated, sparking concerns about global energy security. - Brent crude futures exceeded $85 a barrel, while WTI crude neared โฆ
Horoscopes Today: Who Benefits and Who Needs Caution - Detailed Predictions
- Today's horoscope offers predictions for all zodiac signs, focusing on relationships, personal changes, and finances. - Cancer is advised to engage in conversations with friends and organize family โฆ
Greece scraps income limits for large families on childcare vouchers
- Greece has updated income criteria for childcare vouchers, eliminating them for families with three or more children. - Families with up to two children can earn up to 35,000 euros annually, while tโฆ
Thessaloniki: 25-year-old faces judge over fatal attack on Nestora family
- A 25-year-old man has been arrested and is facing charges in connection with a fatal arson attack in Thessaloniki that killed Vagia Nestora. - Authorities believe the arrested man, allegedly linked โฆ
Trump Accuses China of 'Largest Election Data Heist in History'
- Donald Trump accused China of orchestrating the "largest election data heist in history." - He claimed that classified U.S. intelligence documents reveal "shocking vulnerabilities" in the American eโฆ
Yiannis Ragousis Resigns from SYRIZA Amidst Party Departures
- Yiannis Ragousis announced his resignation from SYRIZA on Friday morning. - His departure follows a wave of resignations and independent declarations by other SYRIZA lawmakers. - Ragousis expressed โฆ
Greece braces for heatwave with temperatures hitting 38ยฐC
- Greece is expecting a short heatwave with temperatures reaching 38 degrees Celsius. - Strong winds are forecast for the Aegean Sea. - Temperatures will remain high across the country, with some inlaโฆ
Blinken: Vagia Nestor Murdered Because Daughter Ran for Office
- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated that the murder of Vagia Nestor was an "execution" because her daughter dared to run for public office. - Blinken spoke at a State Department conferenceโฆ
Parents Protest 'Unjust' Grading in Greek National Exams
- Parents of candidates for Panhellenic Exams in Greece are protesting an "unjust" decision regarding grading. - The decision involves awarding perfect scores to two candidates who received incorrect โฆ
On This Day: Handel's 'Water Music' Premiered at Royal Thames Party in 1717
- On July 17, 1717, George I of Great Britain hosted a royal barge party on the River Thames. - Handel composed and performed "Water Music" for the occasion. - The event involved a procession upriver โฆ
US Secretary of State: Woman killed in Greece firebomb attack because daughter ran for election
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned a firebomb attack in Greece that killed a 72-year-old woman. - Rubio stated the attack occurred because the victim's daughter dared to run for election.โฆ
Greece ends cuts to widow's and widower's pensions
- Greece is eliminating the three-year limit on widow's and widower's pensions, allowing recipients to keep 70% of the deceased's pension indefinitely. - The change abolishes a previous reduction to 3โฆ
Wall Street: Losses due to sell-offs in the technology sector
- Wall Street experienced losses, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 indices declining due to sell-offs in the technology sector. - Growing concerns over the high cost of artificial intelligence development โฆ
Ebola alert: Over 2,100 cases and 828 deaths reported in Congo
- The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing a rapidly spreading Ebola epidemic, with over 2,100 cases and 828 deaths reported. - The current outbreak is spreading faster than previous ones, accordingโฆ