Greece's Soaring Current Account Deficit Amidst High Economic Growth
Greece's current account deficit drastically increased from 1.5% of GDP in 2019 to 10.3% in 2022 due to high economic growth (6%) exceeding that of trading partners, fueled by increased international capital inflows compensating for low domestic savings.
Greece's Soaring Current Account Deficit Amidst High Economic Growth
Greece's current account deficit drastically increased from 1.5% of GDP in 2019 to 10.3% in 2022 due to high economic growth (6%) exceeding that of trading partners, fueled by increased international capital inflows compensating for low domestic savings.
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36% Bias Score
Greece Unveils National Strategy to Combat Online Risks for Minors
Greece is launching a national strategy to protect minors from online risks and social media addiction, featuring parental control tools (parco.gov.gr, Kids Wallet app) and aiming for EU collaboration on a Digital Rights Charter; details will be presented on December 30th.
Greece Unveils National Strategy to Combat Online Risks for Minors
Greece is launching a national strategy to protect minors from online risks and social media addiction, featuring parental control tools (parco.gov.gr, Kids Wallet app) and aiming for EU collaboration on a Digital Rights Charter; details will be presented on December 30th.
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36% Bias Score
Veteran Greek Journalist Kostas Hardavellas Dies at 79
Kostas Hardavellas, a renowned Greek journalist known for his work on shows like "Reporters" and "Atheatos Kosmos," passed away at 79, leaving behind a significant legacy in Greek media spanning from the dictatorship era to the digital age.
Veteran Greek Journalist Kostas Hardavellas Dies at 79
Kostas Hardavellas, a renowned Greek journalist known for his work on shows like "Reporters" and "Atheatos Kosmos," passed away at 79, leaving behind a significant legacy in Greek media spanning from the dictatorship era to the digital age.
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12% Bias Score
Scholz's Government to Collapse, Triggering Early German Elections
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces a no-confidence vote on Monday, expected to lead to his government's collapse and early elections on February 23rd, due to a loss of parliamentary majority following the dismissal of the Finance Minister.
Scholz's Government to Collapse, Triggering Early German Elections
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces a no-confidence vote on Monday, expected to lead to his government's collapse and early elections on February 23rd, due to a loss of parliamentary majority following the dismissal of the Finance Minister.
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44% Bias Score
EU Imposes 15th Sanctions Package on Russia, Targeting Chinese Companies
The EU implemented its 15th sanctions package against Russia on Monday, targeting 54 individuals and 30 entities, including Chinese companies supplying drone components to Russia, to counter the ongoing war in Ukraine.
EU Imposes 15th Sanctions Package on Russia, Targeting Chinese Companies
The EU implemented its 15th sanctions package against Russia on Monday, targeting 54 individuals and 30 entities, including Chinese companies supplying drone components to Russia, to counter the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
EU Imposes 15th Sanctions Package on Russia, Targeting Shadow Fleet and Chinese Entities
The EU imposed its 15th sanctions package on Russia, targeting 52 ships in its "shadow fleet" for circumventing oil and gas sanctions, and 84 individuals and entities, including six Chinese companies, for supporting Russia's war in Ukraine.
EU Imposes 15th Sanctions Package on Russia, Targeting Shadow Fleet and Chinese Entities
The EU imposed its 15th sanctions package on Russia, targeting 52 ships in its "shadow fleet" for circumventing oil and gas sanctions, and 84 individuals and entities, including six Chinese companies, for supporting Russia's war in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
Greek Households Shift €19 Billion to Investment Products Amidst Low Interest Rates
Since early 2022, Greek households invested €19 billion in investment products, including €8 billion in mutual funds, due to economic recovery, investor confidence, and higher bond yields, a trend expected to continue pushing investors toward higher-risk assets.
Greek Households Shift €19 Billion to Investment Products Amidst Low Interest Rates
Since early 2022, Greek households invested €19 billion in investment products, including €8 billion in mutual funds, due to economic recovery, investor confidence, and higher bond yields, a trend expected to continue pushing investors toward higher-risk assets.
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44% Bias Score
Greek Landscapes in Watercolor: James Foot's Athens Exhibition
James Foot, a British-born artist now a Greek citizen, is showcasing his watercolor landscapes of Greece, including Kyparissi, Meteora, Mykonos, and Venice, in an exhibition in Athens from December 14th to 22nd.
Greek Landscapes in Watercolor: James Foot's Athens Exhibition
James Foot, a British-born artist now a Greek citizen, is showcasing his watercolor landscapes of Greece, including Kyparissi, Meteora, Mykonos, and Venice, in an exhibition in Athens from December 14th to 22nd.
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24% Bias Score
Small Espionage": True Stories from the World of Espionage
Andreas Apostolides's new book, "Small Espionage," recounts 62 true stories of espionage and terrorism from the 20th and early 21st centuries, featuring accounts of the KGB, M16, Mossad, and individuals like Kim Philby and Alexander Litvinenko, offering a unique perspective on real-world espionage.
Small Espionage": True Stories from the World of Espionage
Andreas Apostolides's new book, "Small Espionage," recounts 62 true stories of espionage and terrorism from the 20th and early 21st centuries, featuring accounts of the KGB, M16, Mossad, and individuals like Kim Philby and Alexander Litvinenko, offering a unique perspective on real-world espionage.
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40% Bias Score
Assad's Fall in Syria: Al-Golani's Rise and Regional Instability
Following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria after 54 years, Abu Muhammad al-Golani, former US detainee and Al-Qaeda affiliate, assumed power, leading to interventions from Israel and Turkey and raising concerns about regional stability.
Assad's Fall in Syria: Al-Golani's Rise and Regional Instability
Following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria after 54 years, Abu Muhammad al-Golani, former US detainee and Al-Qaeda affiliate, assumed power, leading to interventions from Israel and Turkey and raising concerns about regional stability.
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68% Bias Score
Cyclone Freddy Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Hundreds Potentially Dead
Cyclone Freddy, the strongest in 90 years, hit Mayotte on Saturday, causing widespread destruction, potentially thousands of deaths, and leaving essential services crippled. Aid is arriving from Reunion Island, but access to remote areas and identification of victims are major challenges.
Cyclone Freddy Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Hundreds Potentially Dead
Cyclone Freddy, the strongest in 90 years, hit Mayotte on Saturday, causing widespread destruction, potentially thousands of deaths, and leaving essential services crippled. Aid is arriving from Reunion Island, but access to remote areas and identification of victims are major challenges.
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24% Bias Score
Neoliberal Economic Policies: From Chile to Argentina and Beyond
In 1973, 'The Chicago Boys' implemented neoliberal policies in Chile, later adopted globally by leaders like Reagan and Thatcher; today, Argentina's President Milei and US President Trump are exploring similar approaches, potentially impacting global economic systems.
Neoliberal Economic Policies: From Chile to Argentina and Beyond
In 1973, 'The Chicago Boys' implemented neoliberal policies in Chile, later adopted globally by leaders like Reagan and Thatcher; today, Argentina's President Milei and US President Trump are exploring similar approaches, potentially impacting global economic systems.
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52% Bias Score