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Mosley’s cause of death ‘unascertainable,’ English coroner finds
The cause of the death of TV doctor Michael Mosley on the Greek island of Symi in June is "indeterminate" and "unascertainable," an English coroner has ruled.
The Buckinghamshire inquest heard Mosley's death "was most likely attributable either to heatstroke (accidental) or non-identified pathological cause."
Greek-British man detained in psychiatric hospital
A Greek-British man has been detained in a psychiatric hospital after threatening to detonate an improvised explosive device outside a Thessaloniki courthouse.
The 41 year old had been arrested after he was found to be in possession of the explosive device and a replica gun in a public place, where he was shouting, "I will blow you up. Bring the minister here."
Bulgaria Starts 2025 Without a Budget, WCC Warns of Major Financial Disruptions
"We Continue the Change" (WCC) has announced that Bulgaria will start the new year without an approved state budget. This follows the Ministry of Finance's decision not to submit an extension for the 2024 budget, leaving the country in a difficult financial position for 2025.
Celebration of Excellence: GCM honours outstanding VCE achievers
The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) hosted an event to recognise the remarkable achievements of VCE high achievers of Greek heritage. The evening brought together families, friends, educators, and members of the community to celebrate the students’ dedication and academic success.
Life sentence for Norwegian for policeman’s murder
A 45-year-old Norwegian man has been handed a mandatory life sentence after being found guilty by Kilkis Mixed Jury Court for the murder of a 32-year-old off-duty police officer in central Thessaloniki in December 2023.
Elon Musk Endorses Far-Right AfD Party, Sparking Outrage in Germany
Elon Musk has entered Germany's political arena by endorsing the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, marking another global political intervention from the billionaire entrepreneur. Musk, a prominent supporter of former U.S. President Donald Trump, shared a video on social media on Friday from right-wing activist Naomi Seibt, calling the AfD the only party capable of saving Germany.
Elon Musk: Intervention for the AfD ahead of the German elections
American billionaire Elon Musk, who is preparing to join US President-elect Donald Trump’s administration, today intervened in Germany’s election campaign by calling the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party the country’s savior.
Mitsotakis to attend the the North-South Summit in Lapland
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will travel to Lapland this weekend following an invitation from Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo.
During his stay, Mitsotakis will participate in the North-South Summit, which will commence on Saturday morning, according to the Prime Minister's press office.
The Trump presidency has begun
Donald Trump's inauguration as 47th president of the United States is a month away. The ritual of succession, and the "serial number" of the office holder provide a sense of normalcy to the assumption of the superpower's highest office - and Trump was indeed elected by democratic process. But clearly, this presidency will be like no other.
Macron Swears During Tense Exchange with Mayotte Islanders Amid Crisis
French President Emmanuel Macron was caught in a heated exchange with residents of Mayotte, a French territory devastated by Cyclone Chido last week. On Thursday, Macron faced a crowd of angry locals in the island's largest slum, where many were still struggling with water shortages nearly a week after the storm.
Cyprus: The Turkish pseudo-state calls on the EU to stay out of the Cyprus problem: “It acts as a representative of the Greek-Cypriots”
The so-called “foreign ministry” of the pseudo-state, denounced the reports about Turkey included in the conclusions of the European Union’s General Affairs Council on 17 December, adding that linking Ankara’s issues to the Cyprus is “unacceptable”.
Brnabic: Picula embarrassment to EP, I expect his resignation
BELGRADE - Serbian Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic said on Friday she expected European Parliament rapporteur for Serbia Tonino Picula to resign from his post and noted that his condemnation of an "attack on Dragan Djilas" was an embarrassment to the EP.
Orban Confident Borissov Will Form Stable Government in Bulgaria
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban expressed confidence that GERB leader Boyko Borissov would successfully form a government and bring stability to Bulgaria. During a visit to Sofia, Orban described Borissov as a good friend and commended the recent political developments in Bulgaria as promising.
Urgent weather alert with thunderstorms and winds from Friday evening
The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) has issued an urgent weather bulletin on Friday warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds in various parts of Greece over the coming days.