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Greek soccer player’s alleged doping incident prompts UEFA investigation
Following an alleged positive doping sample from a Greek soccer player after a match against Georgia in Tbilisi, UEFA and the International Testing Agency (ITA) have initiated an investigation. The Hellenic Soccer Federation (EPO) and the National Anti-Doping Agency (EOKAN) are currently awaiting official updates.
Politico: Ukraine is heading for defeat – Analysis
The West’s failure to send weapons to Kyiv is helping Putin win his war
Turkish FM meets Hamas leader in Qatar
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh during his visit to Qatar on Wednesday.
According to a Turkish diplomatic source, the meeting centered on providing humanitarian aid to Gaza, ceasefire negotiations and efforts to secure the release of hostages.
Fidan was in Qatar to hold talks with his Qatari counterpart.
Exciting News: Opening of Varna's New Central Bus Station in May
Architects Martin Hristov and Galina Baleva, who have crafted the design, revealed that a novel central bus station in Varna is scheduled to be inaugurated in late May. They emphasized that the structure's unique design prioritizes effortless navigation, swift accessibility, and robust security measures to ensure passengers' safety.
Why your mindset around failure can make or break your success
The words you use can plant the seeds of resilience – How you mentally frame the inevitable setbacks you face is the key to building grit & ultimately achieving success
Beleris Case: Second-degree adjudication process begins – He is entitled to appeal within 15 days
If the sentence is not reduced, he will remain detained even if elected as a Member of the European Parliament
EU Annual Inflation Slows in March 2024, Bulgaria's Rate at 3.1%
Eurostat's latest report revealed a slowdown in annual inflation across the European Union, with the figure dropping to 2.6% in March 2024 from 2.8% the previous month. Similarly, annual inflation in the euro area dipped to 2.4% from 2.6%. Compared to March 2023, the difference is stark, with annual inflation in the EU standing at 8.3% and 6.9% in the euro area.
Vucic meets with delegation of China's Hebei province
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic met on Wednesday with a delegation of China's Hebei province, headed by Hebei Chinese Communist Party Provincial Committee Secretary Ni Yuefeng, to discuss strengthening the Sino-Serbian strategic partnership and advancement of cooperation in development of green/low-carbon steel and the economy, commerce, logistics and technology.
Unions in Greece call widespread strikes, seeking a return to bargaining rights axed during bailouts
Strikes called by Greece's largest labor union halted ferries, disrupted public transport services and left some state-run hospitals running on emergency staffing levels in Athens and elsewhere Wednesday.
The General Confederation of Greek Labor, GSEE, led the strikes to press for a return of collective bargaining rights axed more than a decade ago during a severe financial crisis.
Ministry of Development: EU targets influencers – They dominating social media, 20 Greeks listed for consumer deception
All, including the 20 Greeks, will receive a letter at this stage with recommendations for immediate corrective actions
The difference between Lager & Ale found in Irish soil
Bavaria, the official home of Lager
Storm 'Renata' Hits Romania with Strong Winds and Heavy Precipitation
Romanian media outlets have reported that storm "Renata" has made landfall in Romania, bringing with it strong winds and heavy precipitation. Following two weeks of record high temperatures, the mercury has plummeted by 15-20 degrees Celsius, as reported by Digi24.
Banking and Government Leaders Rally for Bulgaria's Eurozone Entry
Amidst discussions about Bulgaria's journey towards joining the Eurozone, Deputy Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB), Petar Chobanov, highlighted the robustness of Bulgaria's banking system, stating it aligns closely with Eurozone standards.
Juveniles face reformatory measures for assault on teacher in Thessaloniki
Two juveniles, convicted of robbing a teacher outside a Thessaloniki high school last November, are subject to reformatory measures.
The Thessaloniki Juvenile Court has mandated guardianship for the minors, aged 16 and 17, along with compulsory psychological support programs and 180 hours of community service.
The perpetrators admitted guilt, offering apologies to the teacher.
Information about positive doping sample in a Greek international football player
Since this is the first sample, the name cannot be disclosed at this time, something that will happen in the event of testing the second sample and if it turns out positive