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Greece open to exchange of artefacts for Parthenon marbles says Minister for Culture
In the continued pursuit for the return of the Parthenon marbles, Greece is prepared to offer the UK some of its other treasures in exchange for the fifth-century artefacts. Greece’s …
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World population set to top eight billion by January 1 – Greece an ageing population
The world population grew by 75 million people over the past year and on New Year’s Day it will stand at more than eight billion, according to figures released by …
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Forest fires: a record year
As the deadliest year this century for forest fires comes to a close, attention is turning to how to prevent such infernos happening again. In 2023 forest fires destroyed nearly …
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18-year-old confesses to killing younger brother with scissors over a borrowed shirt
An 18-year-old Athens man who has confessed to killing his younger brother with a pair of scissors in their home on Tuesday night, has been charged with manslaughter. The suspect …
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TikTok privacy breach allegations under spotlight
TikTok is under the spotlight in Australia amid allegations of privacy breaches and personal data being siphoned. The Australian Information Commissioner is inquiring into the social media giant’s handling of …
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Queensland bracing for heatwave during storm recovery
Areas of Queensland affected by “unprecedented” storms now face the prospect of days without electricity amid extreme heat. Storms and flash flooding across southeast Queensland have claimed seven lives since …
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Advancement in same-sex marriage legislation sparks debates on rights and parental equality in Greece
The government is pushing forward with legislation related to same-sex marriage, despite anticipated opposition, particularly from the Church. The finalised version of the legislation is expected to prompt debates focusing …
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Smart lighting implemented on Athens-Patras Highway
Greek roads are becoming more energy efficient with a new smart lighting system that automatically adapts based on traffic levels. The Athens-Patras highway, also known as Motorway 8, is the …
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Greek Orthodox Church in Israel hit by Hezbollah missile
A Greek Orthodox church in Israel was hit by a Hezbollah anti-tank missile on Tuesday. Confirmed by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church in Iqrit, northern …
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Greek-Australian Christos Alefantis shows Kasselakis the “invisible routes” of the homeless in Athens
Christos Alefantis, a Greek-Australian born and raised in Melbourne, has spent the best part of the last eleven years spotlighting the experiences of Greece’s homeless through the first Greek street …