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There is no specific gene for homosexuality, but there is a mix of genetic and environmental factors that influence sexual behaviour, according to a new study published in the respected Science magazine.

The people who make up what used to be the Greek middle class are in despair. The state treats them as a cash cow to be milked, they are made to pay outrageous taxes and social security contributions, and the cost of public utilities is exorbitant.

Meanwhile, there are also many Greeks who not only dodge taxes and contributions, but also enjoy exclusive perks.

A woman was found dead on a deserted vessel during a rescue operation by sea, east of Libya, the organization SOS Meditation reported.

A total of about 1,500 migrants have been rescued in a dozen operations conducted in the last three days in international waters, not far from Libya.

A handsome husband can be bad for women’s health by triggering dangerous dieting, according to new research. Yet unsurprisingly the same does not apply to men. Even if their wife is a stunner, they feel no pressure to look after themselves. The findings show a partner’s looks can be a driving force behind the desire to seek a slim body – but only for women.

The Family and Social Policy Ministry took action for the protection of the pediatric development of child TV actors.

The ministry's action came after a five-and-a-half year old child, Efecan Koçyiğit, who is on the edge of obesity, became famous after a TV show aired on a private channel.

Unfortunately we're always going to have a problem with fires in Greece, as will the rest of southern Europe. It doesn't help that we're the only country that employs conspiracy theories to justify our shortcomings.

What is urgently needed is a serious plan that includes other EU countries and absolute professionalism on the part of both the government and local officials.

While you might think you’re better off skipping the makeup to give yourself a few minutes extra study time, research has found that applying cosmetics can actually help, not hinder you in an exam.

For the seventh year in a row, the Borderline Festival at the Onassis Cultural Center will be pushing the limits of sound, focusing this year on musical experimentation and electronic sound. The event features guest artists from around the world, who will lead the audience through the sometimes fuzzy line separating silence from noise, composition from improvisation and meditation from dance.

If you live in a depressing part of the world (a city that takes all your hard-earned cash for example) you’re probably desperate for an escape of some sort – one to the happiest country on Earth, maybe?

With World Happiness Day swiftly coming up we thought we’d bring you some happy news.

The latest report from the parliament’s budget office is a slap in the face for the Greek government and its negotiating tactics. The report warns that any further delays in the completion of the second review would lead to a fourth memorandum, while noting that the procrastination would result be more costly.