News archive of July 2024

Country in grip of cattle plague

The detection of sheep and goat plague in Greece has highlighted the inadequacies and shortcomings in the system for monitoring live animal imports, as well as the mechanism of restrictions on sheep and goat farms.

Table tennis: Gionis’ sixth Olympiad ends with round of 32 loss to Kanak Jha

Panagiotis Gionis of Greece looks dejected after losing his round of 32 match to Kanak Jha of the United States in the men's singles table tennis tournament at the South Paris Arena 4 on Wednesday during the Paris 2024 Olympics. In his sixth Olympiad, the 44-year-old Greek champion was defeated 4-2 and has been eliminated from the tournament. [Reuters]

Athens court acquits defendants in murder trial of journalist Giorgos Karaivaz

An Athens mixed jury court on Wednesday acquitted the two defendants in the trial for the murder of journalist Giorgos Karaivaz, who was gunned down outside his home in April 2021. The court, which included both judges and a majority of jurors, found there was insufficient evidence to convict the two brothers, aged 49 and 41, of the crime.

Bulgarian President Radev on Peevski's Attacks: 'Personal Drama, Not a Public Issue'

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev asserted that he does not involve himself in the internal matters of political parties. This statement came in response to criticisms from DPS leader Delyan Peevski, whom Radev accused of spreading unfounded conspiracy theories and creating media distractions.

Djuric meets with Cyprus's deputy culture minister

NICOSIA - Serbian FM Marko Djuric met with Cypriot Deputy Culture Minister Vasiliki Kassianidou in Nicosia on Tuesday to discuss opportunities for bilateral cultural cooperation.

Fire breaks out on Kefalonia island

A fire broke out Wednesday near the village of Svoronata on the Ionian island of Kefalonia (also spelled Cephalonia).

The 112 emergency alert system issued a warning to residents of the village, located 9km southwest of Argostoli, the island's capital, advising them to stay alert for a possible evacuation.

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