Tag: Greece
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Three Dead in Migrant Boat Sinking Off Crete: Greek Coastguard Updates
Overview Tragedy struck off the southern coast of Crete as a boat carrying would-be migrants sank in near-gale conditions south of Gavdos, the Greek coastguard said. At least three people were confirmed dead, with search and rescue operations continuing in the hour after the incident. The incident underscores the ongoing risks faced by people attempting…
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Tragedy Near Crete: At Least Three Dead After Migrant Boat Sinks South of Gavdos
Overview of the incident In a grim reminder of the ongoing Mediterranean migration crisis, Greek authorities confirmed that at least three people died when a boat carrying would-be migrants sank south of Crete. The distress happened in near-gale winds close to the small island of Gavdos, about 80 kilometers south of the main island cluster.…
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Migrant boat sinks south of Crete; 3 dead, Greek coastguard says
Tragic sinking off Gavdos prompts renewed warnings about dangerous sea crossings A boat carrying would-be migrants sank in the open waters south of Crete, near the small island of Gavdos, leaving at least three people dead, the Greek coastguard said on Tuesday. The incident occurred amid near-gale winds, complicating rescue efforts and hindering communication with…
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Cheese on the Move: Turks Crossing to Greece to Escape Inflation
Border Economics and a Cheese-Driven Migration Every month, a steady rhythm unfolds at the Turkey-Greece border near Alexandroupolis. A group of Turkish shoppers, led by regulars like Cihan Citak, pack their cars, passports in hand, and commit to a roughly four-hour drive from Istanbul. The destination isn’t a tourist hotspot or a luxury mall but…
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Why Turks Drive to Greece for Cheese to Beat Inflation
Cross-Border Cheese Runs: A Practical Escape from Inflation Every month, a ritual unfolds on the roads between Turkey and Greece. Cihan Citak, a resident of Istanbul, loads his car with patience and border-crossing documents, drives roughly four hours to the Greek port town of Alexandroupolis, and navigates busy supermarkets along the Aegean coast. His destination…
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Why Turks Drive Hours to Buy Cheese in Greece Amid Inflation
Cross-Border Cheese Runs: A Practical Escape from Inflation Every month, a ritual unfolds on the roads linking Istanbul to Greece: a Turkish shopper packs a bag, grabs a passport, and drives toward Alexandroupolis, a Greek coastal city just shy of the Turkish border. The target is not a hidden treasure but a familiar dairy aisle…
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Heidi Klum Transforms Into Medusa for Halloween: A Slithery, Scaly Spectacle
Heidi Klum Goes All-Out as Medusa for Halloween Heidi Klum has once again raised the bar for Halloween costumes, this year turning herself into Medusa, the legendary Greek monster whose serpentine hair is as famous as her transformation. Clad in shimmering green scales with a cascade of live-looking serpents, Klum embodied Medusa in a way…
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Greece Inflation Falls to 1.7% in October – Eurostat Update
Greece’s Inflation Relief: October at 1.7% Greece’s European Union-harmonized inflation cooled to 1.7% year-on-year in October, down from 1.8% in September, according to preliminary data released by Eurostat on Friday. The fall comes as consumer prices in the country eased, contributing to a broader pattern of inflation moderation across parts of the euro area. Eurozone…
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Greece Inflation Falls to 1.7% in October, Eurostat Data Show
Greece’s Inflation Eases to 1.7% in October Greece’s inflation rate, measured on an EU-harmonized basis, declined to 1.7 percent year-on-year in October, down from 1.8 percent in September. The preliminary figures from Eurostat released on Friday show the easing of price pressures across the Greek economy, mirroring a broader trend of cooling inflation across the…
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Scotland v Belarus live updates: Can the Tartan Army seal World Cup qualification?
Live updates: Scotland vs Belarus Scotland host Belarus at Hampden Park in a crucial World Cup qualifier with the Tartan Army aiming to take a significant step towards reaching the finals. After a dramatic comeback against Greece earlier in the week, Steve Clarke’s side know that only a win will do against Belarus to stay…