Father remanded in custody after admitting to killing daughter
A 69-year-old man, accused of killing his 42-year-old daughter in Thessaloniki, northern Greece, has been placed in custody following his testimony to the authorities.
Europe’s firefighters call for reinforcements as wildfires worsen
As Europe’s firefighters get back to normal duties after another devastating wildfire season, union leaders say investment in extra staff and equipment is urgently needed in hard-hit Mediterranean countries.
Greek fish farming and its smuggling mafia
Zombie companies, unlicensed units, widespread smuggling and debts of millions of euros make up the dark side of Greek fish farming, not to mention the extensive theft of fish from aquaculture installations.
Alpha: Better late than never
According to the current chief executive officer of the Alpha Bank group, Vassilis Psaltis, Alpha “is the only bank in Greece with the participation of a strategic primary investor in its capital.”
Beleri alleges political expediency behind judicial delays
Fredi Beleri, the mayor-elect of Himare, in southern Albania, currently held in detention pending trial on corruption charges, has accused judicial authorities of intentionally delaying the case for political convenience.
Thirteen arrested, two injured, in wake of Thessaloniki fan violence
Thirteen suspects were arrested following the most recent incident of fan violence in Thessaloniki, northern Greece, on Sunday evening.
Washington’s efforts to crack down on the Turkey-Hamas nexus
Endy Zemenides and Sinan Ciddi join Thanos Davelis to break down the significance of both the relaunch of the Congressional Hellenic Israel Alliance caucus and Washington’s latest efforts to crack down on the Turkey-Hamas nexus.
Turkish fund denies supporting Hamas after US sanctions move
Turkish real estate investment fund Trend GYO responded to the US imposition of sanctions on three of its shareholders on the grounds of providing aid to Hamas, saying on Sunday it does not provide financial support to any organization.
Markets long on short-term rentals
The so-called commercial triangle of Athens, including districts such as Plaka and Monastiraki, secured an average monthly income of some 3,200 euros during this year’s third quarter through short-term rentals (STRs).
Frappe, cigarettes, seals and paperwork
An exhibition of photographs capturing the surreal side of the public sector at the old Ministry of Commerce in Kaningos Square, central Athens has opened at the French Institute of Thessaloniki.