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Greek police nab fugitive convicted for major fraud in Germany
A man wanted in Germany for running a fraud racket that netted more than 1.4 million euros has been arrested in Greece and faces extradition, according to a police announcement on Thursday.
The wiretapping case and Greece’s image abroad
Greece’s wiretapping case has been attracting growing interest from outside observers.
Holy Synod instructs priests to preach against abortion
The Holy Synod of the Church of Greece has sent a circular to the priests under its purview containing its position on “protecting human life and discouraging abortions.”
US reaffirms Cyprus’ right to exploit energy resources
The United States has reaffirmed its position on Cyprus’ right to exploit energy resources found within its exclusive economic zone.
Meet Messolongi | Messolongi
Running August 26-28 for its fourth outing, the Messolongi By Locals Festival (messolonghibylocals.com) is a local initiative inviting people from other parts of the country and the world to get to know this lovely part of Greece.
Greek public warned about email fraud
Law enforcement authorities have notified the public to be on the lookout for fraudulent emails purporting to be sent by the president of the Board of Directors of Europol, Jerome Bonet, as well as the Hellenic Police (ELAS), Europol, Interpol and other bodies.
Monkeypox cases hit 54 in Greece
The total number of laboratory-confirmed cases of monkeypox in Greece as recorded by the National Public Health Organization (EODY) stands at 54.
Medieval manuscript back in hands of the Church
A 1,000-year-old Byzantine Gospel manuscript will return to Greece in the next few years after a century’s absence.
Akar says Greece avoiding talks, vows to protect Turkish interests
Turkish Defence Minister Hulusi Akar on Thursday accused Greece of avoiding talks with Turkey, while vowing to defend the rights of Turkey and of the breakaway state in northern Cyprus.