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Giannis Smaragdis has just become the first Greek director to be elected as a full member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts. “I consider it a great honor to be elected by the European Academy of Sciences and Arts as a member in the field of Arts and Culture. I perceive this distinction as a triple duty,” said the director among other remarks.

A recent study by the sociological institute "Gallup" has revealed varying global attitudes toward the upcoming US presidential elections. The survey indicates that a majority of respondents would cast their votes for Kamala Harris, with 54% supporting the Democratic candidate, while only 26% would back Donald Trump. The remaining participants were undecided.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that "Bulgaria is ready to take its last steps for Schengen," adding that Hungary would continue to support Bulgaria and its citizens in their ongoing efforts.

Muslims in Europe are facing "ever more racism and discrimination," the EU rights agency said on Thursday, noting a "sharp rise" even before the war in Middle East caused "a spike in anti-Muslim hatred."

At 163.6% of GDP, debt in Greece rose to 163.6% of GDP in the second quarter of 2024, from 165.4% in the first quarter and 172.5% in the second quarter of 2023. In the eurozone, debt reached 88.1%, according to Eurostat data.

KOMARNO - Establishing trilateral cooperation with friendly Slovakia and Hungary on migration is of great importance for Serbia, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Tuesday.

Migration was - once again - at the heart of discussions at the latest EU leaders summit, as the issue has been taking on new dimensions across the continent. This renewed focus on migration comes after the far-right made gains in the European Parliament, in various elections in Germany and Austria, and follows the opening of Italy's controversial offshore detention centers in Albania.

Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu has expressed strong optimism that Romania will join the Schengen Area, including land borders, by the end of this year. This announcement comes after several previous challenges in the country's quest for full integration into the Schengen framework.

The comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-ATLAS made a shimmering appearance last night, at around 10 pm, over the Attica sky, and those lucky enough to look up as it passed by saw a unique sight.

Property prices in Bulgaria continue to experience significant growth, with data from the National Statistical Institute revealing a 15.1% increase over the past 12 months leading up to June 2024. In the second quarter of the year alone, prices rose by 3.4%.