Turkey signs deal with US lobbyists on F-35s

Turkey has signed a one-year, $2.4 million deal with a lobbying company that has strong ties with US President Donald Trump, in the hope of unblocking deliveries of US-made F-35 stealth warplanes. Source link

Coast Guard Seizes 96 Fish Traps From the Thermaic Gulf

Coast Guard Seizes 96 Fish Traps From the Thermaic Gulf

Authorities found and seized 96 unmarked fish traps in a marine area of the Thermaic Gulf where fishing remains prohibited throughout the year, according to the Greek Coast Guard. Coast Guard officers discovered the traps during patrols from a patrol vessel. They recovered all 96 cylindrical traps from the sea and seized them as part …

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Stocks rise to highest since 2009

The Athens Stock Exchange ended Wednesday at its highest mark since late 2009, profiting from an improved mood in European markets due to lower oil prices and bond yields. Source link

Pilot Orders Luggage Left Behind on Skiathos–Naples Flight (VID)

Pilot Orders Luggage Left Behind on Skiathos–Naples Flight (VID)

Strong winds and the airport’s short runway prompted a charter flight captain to order passengers leave their luggage behind to reduce the aircraft’s weight before takeoff. The unusual incident occurred at Skiathos Airport shortly before a charter flight to Naples was due to take off, when the captain told passengers that their luggage could not be …

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Let’s keep our minds busy

Artificial intelligence is without a doubt a very useful tool that will lead to significant changes in critical areas. Source link

“I Miss You, My Angel” – Greek City Times

“I Miss You, My Angel” – Greek City Times

Michalis Hatzigiannis is mourning the loss of his beloved dog, Zanni. The Greek singer shared the heartbreaking news on social media, paying tribute to his longtime companion and expressing his deep sadness at her passing. In an emotional message, Hatzigiannis described Zanni as “the most beautiful gift that life gave me” and reflected on everything …

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Mecca Defence Pact – A Marriage of Short-Term Convenience – Greek City Times

Mecca Defence Pact – A Marriage of Short-Term Convenience – Greek City Times

The ongoing conflict involving Iran is reshaping the strategic landscape of the Middle East. Repeated attacks on U.S. bases across the Gulf, combined with Washington’s inability to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping and energy exports, have pushed regional states to seek alternatives to their traditional reliance on American security guarantees. As …

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Man fined €700 for riding horse while drunk in Andros

Man fined €700 for riding horse while drunk in Andros

A man in Andros was handed a €700 fine and had nine points deducted from his car driving licence after police found him riding his horse under the influence of alcohol. The incident began when a couple reported possible animal abuse. Officers took the man to the local police station, where he spent the night …

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