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In every European country, compliance with the traffic code is now carried out with cameras. Surveillance devices have also been shown to contribute to the reduction of crime.  In Greece, the fear of abuse and violation of personal data – not unlikely – had prevailed. However, in a well-organized state, with independent authorities charged with …

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More details of Lavrio €1.1 million heist come to light

More details of Lavrio €1.1 million heist come to light

Following the arrest of six suspects, more details have come to light about the methods used by the perpetrators of the €1.1 million cash delivery van robbery in Lavrio at noon on September 26. The driver of the money delivery van is among those arrested for the heist, which occurred outside a toy store. According …

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Diplomats monitoring Turkish arrest of Greek woman

Diplomats monitoring Turkish arrest of Greek woman

[Shutterstock] The Greek Foreign Ministry is monitoring developments following the arrest, in Turkey, of a Greek woman awaiting trial on suspicion of theft in Istanbul, diplomatic sources have informed.   Greece does not intervene in judicial matters, but ensures the protection of the rights of Greek citizens, the sources noted.   The woman, aged 50, …

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Drones integrated into Greek Armed Forces’ arsenal

Drones integrated into Greek Armed Forces’ arsenal

The Greek armed forces are steadily integrating advanced unmanned systems, including loitering munitions, surveillance and strike UAVs, drones for intelligence gathering, target tracking, and firing-data provision, as well as surface and underwater drones. These technologies, included in a development plan through 2030 and backed by the country’s political and military leadership, are being tested in …

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Clock Dva | Athens | December 13

Clock Dva | Athens | December 13

The post-punk band from Sheffield, Clock DVA, is set to return to Athens for a performance at the Arch Club (111 Konstantinoupoleos) on December 13. With a career spanning over 40 years and a discography of numerous influential albums, the band continues to lead the way in musical experimentation. Tickets cost 20 euros at more.com. …

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Severe weather expected to hit Greece starting Friday night

Severe weather expected to hit Greece starting Friday night

[InTime News] A significant weather disturbance is expected to impact Greece starting Friday night, with heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds forecast to persist through Monday. According to a bulletin from the National Meteorological Service (EMY), a low-pressure system in the Ionian Sea is gradually moving eastward, leading to a deterioration in weather conditions. This …

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Pay 28% more to buy 2% less

Pay 28% more to buy 2% less

Consumers pay 28% more than in 2006, but buy 2% less than 18 years ago. This impressive figure was presented on Wednesday by Vaios Dimoragas, CEO of NielsenIQ, at the “Grocery Management in Turbulent Times” conference organized by the Research Institute for Retail Consumer Goods (IELKA).  It reflects not only the impact of the last …

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Athens welcomes the festive season with Syntagma Square tree lighting

Athens welcomes the festive season with Syntagma Square tree lighting

The festive season officially began in the heart of Athens on Thursday evening with the lighting of the Christmas tree in Syntagma Square. The celebration, organized by the Municipality of Athens, included a performance by singer Nefeli Fasouli accompanied by the Athens Big Band. The event was hosted by state broadcaster ERT duo Nancy Zabetoglou …

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Thessaloniki Metro: Grand opening, gritty threats

Thessaloniki Metro: Grand opening, gritty threats

As the opening of the Thessaloniki Metro draws near, final preparations are under way. However, the excitement was overshadowed on Thursday by threats from supporters of the city’s Aris soccer club to “smash up” the inauguration ceremony on Saturday and vandalize the metro. Deputy Minister for Infrastructure Nikos Tachiaos filed a report with the prosecutor. …

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