Greece
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Greek police deny kidnapping New Zealand national
Man accuses police of kidnapping, beating and robbing him in Crete.
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Rally organized during vote on budget; more strikes announced
Public and private sector workers will be rallying at Syntagma Square in central Athens.
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Greek coalition wins budget vote comfortably, waits for loan tranche
Greece’s government sailed through a vote on the 2013 national budget, with almost all the coalition MPs backing the economic plan after two days of debate.
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EU keeps Greece waiting for loan
Tranche will not be approved at Monday’s Eurogroup, but likely end of the month.
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Small majority for austerity raises big doubts
A stormy, all-day debate in parliament culminated in a flimsy majority of 153 MPs approving the harsh austerity package of 13.5 billion euros.
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Jobless rate climbs above one-in-four level in August
Near 5 million people are living off pensions and benefits.
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Parliament staff will not escape cuts
Legislation that would reduce the ample salaries received by parliamentary staff and rein in other privileges will be resubmitted to the House.
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Upheaval in coalition parties after departures
Outspoken MP Mimis Androulakis to quit the Socialists.
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Groups warn of spike in homophobic attacks
A spike in attacks against men and women perceived to be gay by suspected members of ultra-right organizations has prompted the reaction of rights groups.
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SYRIZA and police clash over photos
The police on Wednesday accused SYRIZA of trying to usurp authority and following tactics adopted by Golden Dawn.