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Crete Mafia's Corruption Extends to Justice System: Evidence of Bribery and Collusion
An investigation reveals that the Crete mafia has infiltrated the justice system, influencing court decisions through bribery and collusion, as detailed in documents submitted to the prosecutor by the Chania Security Sub-directorate.
Crete Mafia's Corruption Extends to Justice System: Evidence of Bribery and Collusion
An investigation reveals that the Crete mafia has infiltrated the justice system, influencing court decisions through bribery and collusion, as detailed in documents submitted to the prosecutor by the Chania Security Sub-directorate.
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32% Bias Score
Greek Police Uncover Criminal Organization in Crete
Greek authorities announced the indictment of a criminal organization in Crete involved in drug trafficking, arms dealing, extortion, and bribery, with potential further arrests expected by the end of the week.
Greek Police Uncover Criminal Organization in Crete
Greek authorities announced the indictment of a criminal organization in Crete involved in drug trafficking, arms dealing, extortion, and bribery, with potential further arrests expected by the end of the week.
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16% Bias Score
Crete Crime Syndicate: Archimandrite's Role Investigated
A criminal network in Crete is being investigated, with a focus on an archimandrite facing charges of blackmail and aggravated assault; the archimandrite was previously blackmailed by the alleged ringleaders.
Crete Crime Syndicate: Archimandrite's Role Investigated
A criminal network in Crete is being investigated, with a focus on an archimandrite facing charges of blackmail and aggravated assault; the archimandrite was previously blackmailed by the alleged ringleaders.
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24% Bias Score
Minoan Palace Centers Inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List
Six Minoan Palace Centers in Crete – Knossos, Phaistos, Malia, Zakros, Zominthos, and Kydonia – were inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List on July 26th, 2023, following a long process of preparation and international evaluation, recognizing their outstanding universal value and securing Greece's...
Minoan Palace Centers Inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List
Six Minoan Palace Centers in Crete – Knossos, Phaistos, Malia, Zakros, Zominthos, and Kydonia – were inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List on July 26th, 2023, following a long process of preparation and international evaluation, recognizing their outstanding universal value and securing Greece's...
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60% Bias Score
Crete Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuation
A wildfire raging in eastern Crete, Greece, prompted the mass evacuation of approximately 1,500 people on Wednesday, destroying homes and businesses in Agia Fotia and causing respiratory problems in at least four individuals. Gale-force winds and dry conditions fueled the blaze, which spread rapidly...
Crete Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuation
A wildfire raging in eastern Crete, Greece, prompted the mass evacuation of approximately 1,500 people on Wednesday, destroying homes and businesses in Agia Fotia and causing respiratory problems in at least four individuals. Gale-force winds and dry conditions fueled the blaze, which spread rapidly...
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12% Bias Score
Crete's BOAK Highway: €400 Million 'Shadow Toll' Subsidy Approved
The Greek Parliament approved a €400 million, 35-year subsidy for the Crete North Road Axis (BOAK) project using a 'shadow toll' system; the concessionaire, Diktaion Concessions, will receive 64.62% of toll revenue, but this can decrease if investment return exceeds 14%.
Crete's BOAK Highway: €400 Million 'Shadow Toll' Subsidy Approved
The Greek Parliament approved a €400 million, 35-year subsidy for the Crete North Road Axis (BOAK) project using a 'shadow toll' system; the concessionaire, Diktaion Concessions, will receive 64.62% of toll revenue, but this can decrease if investment return exceeds 14%.
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48% Bias Score
Major Drug Trafficking Ring Busted in Chania and Rethymno, Crete
A multi-month investigation led to the arrest of 33 members of a criminal organization in Chania and Rethymno, Crete, involved in drug trafficking, weapons possession, extortion, and violence, resulting in a total of €1,177,720 in illegal profits.
Major Drug Trafficking Ring Busted in Chania and Rethymno, Crete
A multi-month investigation led to the arrest of 33 members of a criminal organization in Chania and Rethymno, Crete, involved in drug trafficking, weapons possession, extortion, and violence, resulting in a total of €1,177,720 in illegal profits.
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32% Bias Score
Crete Drug and Arms Trafficking Ring Busted: Hotel Owner, Priest, and Police Involved
A months-long investigation in Chania, Crete, uncovered a drug and arms trafficking ring involving a hotel owner, a priest, a police officer, and other officials, resulting in 48 arrests and the seizure of drugs and weapons.
Crete Drug and Arms Trafficking Ring Busted: Hotel Owner, Priest, and Police Involved
A months-long investigation in Chania, Crete, uncovered a drug and arms trafficking ring involving a hotel owner, a priest, a police officer, and other officials, resulting in 48 arrests and the seizure of drugs and weapons.
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12% Bias Score
Surge in Libyan Migrants to Crete Overwhelms Greek Authorities
A surge in migrants crossing from Libya to Crete has overwhelmed Greek authorities, leading to makeshift shelters and a government response that includes deploying warships, suspending asylum applications, and plans for a detention center, sparking concerns about human rights and the island's touris...
Surge in Libyan Migrants to Crete Overwhelms Greek Authorities
A surge in migrants crossing from Libya to Crete has overwhelmed Greek authorities, leading to makeshift shelters and a government response that includes deploying warships, suspending asylum applications, and plans for a detention center, sparking concerns about human rights and the island's touris...
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56% Bias Score
Crete's Tourism Under Strain from Migrant Influx
A surge in migrant arrivals, primarily Sudanese, strains resources and raises concerns in Chania and Rethymno, Crete, impacting tourism during peak season; Chania has a coordinated response, while Rethymno lacks adequate facilities, causing negative perceptions among tourists.
Crete's Tourism Under Strain from Migrant Influx
A surge in migrant arrivals, primarily Sudanese, strains resources and raises concerns in Chania and Rethymno, Crete, impacting tourism during peak season; Chania has a coordinated response, while Rethymno lacks adequate facilities, causing negative perceptions among tourists.
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60% Bias Score
Milos Town Planning Head Appointed Deputy Governor Amidst Overdevelopment Concerns
Elli Horiatopoulou, Milos Town Planning director and advocate for relaxed building regulations, was appointed Deputy Regional Governor for the South Aegean, sparking concerns about sustainable development amidst overdevelopment issues.
Milos Town Planning Head Appointed Deputy Governor Amidst Overdevelopment Concerns
Elli Horiatopoulou, Milos Town Planning director and advocate for relaxed building regulations, was appointed Deputy Regional Governor for the South Aegean, sparking concerns about sustainable development amidst overdevelopment issues.
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36% Bias Score
6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes off Crete, Prompting Tsunami Warning
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck 49 miles off Crete at 6:19 a.m. local time on Thursday, prompting a tsunami warning across parts of Europe and causing minor damage on the island while triggering widespread fear among residents and tourists.
6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes off Crete, Prompting Tsunami Warning
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck 49 miles off Crete at 6:19 a.m. local time on Thursday, prompting a tsunami warning across parts of Europe and causing minor damage on the island while triggering widespread fear among residents and tourists.
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44% Bias Score
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