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Greeks drinking less alcohol

The crisis has seen alcohol levels halve since 2008.

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Christmas spending down

Consumers in Greece are restraining their spending by 13 per cent.

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Child obesity rates increased during crisis

Survey indicates reversal of positive trend, shows eating habits worsened.

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EU urges Turkey to respect Cyprus’ sovereign rights

Commissioner for European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations Johannes Hahn says all parties should “de-escalate tension”.

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No progress in FYROM name talks at UN

United Nations mediator Matthew Nimetz called for “greater flexibility” from both side.

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Tsipras repeats call for early election

New Democracy and PASOK need 180 votes in parliament to choose a new president. If they fail, a snap poll will be held and SYRIZA is in pole position to win.

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Skeleton found at Amphipolis tomb site

The skeleton was found inside a rectangular grave with pieces from the wooden casket and bones scattered around the area.

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Golden Dawn’s criminal activity started much earlier than 2008, lawyers say

According to a document submitted in court, Golden Dawn members often operated in groups with different names such as Phalanx, Golden Eagles and Attack Squad

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FinMin employees arrested for extortion

Six people have been arrested over bribery and extortion charges conducted in the Financial Crimes Squad (SDOE) and the Finance Ministry.

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Internet penetration rates soar across country

There has been a significant rise in the number of Greek households with a web connection.

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