Stories from Greece

A 4.2 magnitude earthquake was recorded 19 kilometers north-northeast of Goudouroula. The Ombudsman of the People, Mr. Chryssochoidis, stated that the matter is not new and indicated that coordinating ministries, including the Ministry of Migration, will look into the situation.

Two men and one woman have been accused of the murder of Lodapou Andra in Marathon. The suspects include the victim's former partner, a friend of the deceased, and the victim's brother. The group allegedly attacked the victim with iron pipes and a knife, resulting in death.

A new law will be established in Greece to prohibit the use of electric scooters by minors on public roads. Under the proposed regulation, minors will only be permitted to use electric scooters on pedestrian paths. The matter is currently being discussed with the Minister of Infrastructure, Konstantinos Kairanakis, according to the source. This follows the appointment of the Minister of Citizens' Protection, Michalis Chryssochoidis. The age limit for the prohibition was not specified. This regulatory change aims to improve safety. Citizen Protection Minister Michalis Chryssochoidis revealed plans for new legislation to regulate the use of electric scooters. The move follows a series of recent accidents involving the vehicles, which primarily involved minors. The legislation aims to address safety concerns following these recorded incidents.

Ugandan long-distance runner Joshua Cheptegei achieved a new national record of 1:43.72. The runner, identified as Sawi, achieved a time that set a new milestone. The event is being discussed in the context of the history of the marathon since the 1896 Athens Olympics.

Protests occurred at the first high school in Argirúpolis. The incidents involved rioting by a group identified as the Ruvikones. The group reportedly vandalized the house of Professor Vanna Nikolaidou Kiranidou. In South Africa, protesters surrounded a school, demonstrating against the institution teaching foreign children, specifically those with parents from West Africa. The situation escalated, and the sound of tear gas cartridges led to the children being rescued from the school.

The first autonomous combine in Europe has been launched at a mine in Libonše, Yanina.

Victor Giannikopoulos, a 15-year-old scientist, has been recognized as a NASA child prodigy. The broadcaster noted the significance of receiving such recognition before reaching the age of 18.

Eurogroup President and Greek Minister of National Economy Kyriakos Pirakakis stated that the Eurozone is currently in a deflationary trend. Regional changes have led to most investments being postponed or canceled.

A public opinion survey found that 80% of Greeks do not believe in the Greek justice system. In contrast, 98% of respondents expressed belief in European justice. The European Council reportedly intends to continue research into these findings.

The Ecumenical Patriarch is scheduled to deliver a special address to the National Assembly at noon today. This marks his first speech to the Parliament in 27 years, following his previous address in 1999. The President of the Republic, Konstantinos II, will be present for the event. PASOK has submitted a proposal to the oversight committee, while New Democracy is expected to raise issues regarding national defense and foreign policy. A vote of 151 is required for the proceedings. An official banquet will follow the event, according to reports. Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew is scheduled to address a special meeting of the Ombudsmen of the Parliament today. The meeting follows an invitation from Parliament President Nikitas Klamanos. Discussions are expected to cover energy security and the protection of environmental heritage.