August 2025 pensions: Countdown begins for payments, when money hits ATMs
Greek pensioners await August 2025 pension payments starting July 28, with some receiving funds early on July 25. EFKA plans major retroactive payments up to €11,500.
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Oil hits weekly high as Brent crude touches $69.47 per barrel
Brent crude hits weekly high at $69.47 as trade optimism boosts energy demand expectations, offsetting Venezuela supply concerns and U.S. inventory decline.
Tax Authority: All tax obligations by month-end – What happens with overdue debts
Greek Tax Authority sets July 31st deadline for income tax, property tax, and VAT payments. Learn about payment options, penalties, and installment plans available.
Coldplay kiss cam scandal: Astronomer HR director resigns after viral moment with CEO
Astronomer HR director Kristin Cabot resigns after viral kiss cam moment with CEO Andy Byron at Coldplay concert exposed their extramarital affair.
India school roof collapse in Rajasthan kills 4 children, injures 17
School roof collapse in India’s Rajasthan state kills 4 children and injures 17 others, with rescue operations ongoing as dozens feared trapped in debris.
Why Macron recognizes Palestine now: France breaks with US and Israel
Macron’s surprise decision to recognize Palestine marks France’s break with US-Israel policy, amid Gaza humanitarian crisis and failed ceasefire talks.
Cyprus wildfire subsides: deadly Limassol blaze continues for third day
Deadly Cyprus wildfire subsides after three days, leaving two dead and 120 square kilometers destroyed. Authorities investigate possible arson as cause.
Thailand-Cambodia diplomatic standoff: Bangkok open to talks
Thailand and Cambodia face their worst border clashes in over a decade, with 16 dead and thousands displaced amid disputes over ancient temple territory.
Russian passenger plane narrowly averts tragedy after cabin pressure loss
Russian Boeing 737 makes emergency landing due to cabin pressure loss, one day after deadly An-24 crash kills 48 in Russia’s Far East region.
WSJ: Clinton sent Epstein birthday letter after Trump revealed
WSJ reveals Bill Clinton sent birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein’s 2003 book, following Trump revelation. Both presidents listed as “Friends” in album.
Trump clashes with Powell over Fed headquarters renovation costs
Trump and Fed Chair Powell clash publicly over $3.1 billion headquarters renovation costs during heated construction site visit, highlighting tensions over monetary policy.
Tragedy in Crete: 20-month-old girl chokes to death on meat
Tragic accident in Heraklion, Crete as 20-month-old girl dies after choking on meat while eating with family. Hospital unable to save toddler despite emergency care.
7 men arrested for child pornography in Greece as police sweep dark web
Greek cybercrime police arrest 7 men for child pornography after sweeping dark web operations, confiscating devices and digital evidence in coordinated raids.
Crete: 4-year-old in critical condition after drinking fuel oil
4-year-old child in critical condition on ventilator after accidentally consuming fuel oil in Crete, transferred to pediatric intensive care unit.
Firefighting aircraft crashes into Corinthian Gulf – Both pilots safe
Firefighting aircraft crashes into Corinthian Gulf with both pilots safe. Second aviation incident in Greece within 24 hours during fire season operations.
Larissa car crash: 47-year-old in critical condition at Volos Hospital ICU
A 47-year-old driver fights for his life in Volos Hospital ICU after a serious head-on collision near Larissa. Fire Department needed for rescue operation.
Rhodes: Incest victim breaks silence – “My father raped me up to three times a day”
31-year-old woman breaks silence about decade-long abuse by father on Greek island, revealing systematic rape that began at age 16 and continued for years.
Mitsotakis announces 25 government priorities until year-end
Greek PM Mitsotakis outlines 25 key government priorities for year-end, including tax evasion crackdown and major local government reforms with electronic voting.
Kaklamanis on Presidential Palace tension: Political clash erupted
Greek Parliament Speaker reveals political clash erupted at Presidential Palace during democracy anniversary reception between political leaders.
Greek minister vows arrests for blocking foreign tourists
Greek minister announces arrests for anyone blocking foreign tourists from entering the country legally, citing anti-racist law violations.