Greece

Technology · Athens, Greece

Greece passes social media ban for children under 15

Greece's parliament passed a ban on social media use for children under 15. Greece is among seven EU countries working with the European Commission on an age verification solution.

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Society · Athens, Greece

Thousands march in Greece over school funding and living costs

Students, teachers and civil servants marched in Athens, Thessaloniki and other cities over staff shortages, poor school infrastructure and the cost of living. Some students camped in the square facing parliament, and participants cited protests in France as inspiration.

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Migration · Lesbos, Greece

Twelve migrants including a baby die off Greek islands

Two boat incidents off Lesbos and Samos killed 12 migrants; a baby and four women were among six who died off Lesbos after a collision, the coast guard said.

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