Supreme Court Increasingly Favors the Rich, Economists Say
A new study found that the court’s Republican appointees voted for the wealthier side in cases 70 percent of the time in 2022, up from 45 percent in 1953.
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Households drive Nov deposits rise as total reaches 207 bln
The Greek banking system’s private sector deposits rebounded in November, with a net rise of 1.03 billion euros, after a drop of 2.14 billion euros in October, according to the latest Bank of Greece (BoG) figures released on Friday.
Credit expansion still solid in Nov as it rises by 7.2 pct YoY
The credit expansion in the Greek private sector remained strong though it slightly moderated in November, rising by 7.2 percent year-on-year (YoY), from 7.8 percent the previous month, Bank of Greece (BoG) figures released on Friday showed.
PM’s silence on legality of Maduro’s capture sparks widespread opposition criticism
The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by the US has opened up new faultlines in Greek politics, particularly after Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis chose to sidestep questions about the legality of the actions ordered by Donald Trump.
Why Haven’t Trump’s Tariffs Had a Bigger Impact?
Steep import taxes have raised prices and affected U.S. businesses, but not quite as much as expected. A new report offers some reasons.
China’s five green economy challenges in 2026
As China heads into the new year it will start rolling out its 15th five‑year plan, this one is for 2026-2030.
Why brides are still reluctant to choose secondhand wedding dresses
shutterstock Dochynets Maryna/ShutterstockSecondhand fashion is booming, yet most brides – even those who care about sustainability – still choose to walk down the aisle in a new wedding dress.
Manufacturing continues to expand in Dec as PMI sees minor rise
Greece’s manufacturing PMI was almost unchanged in December with a minor rise to 52.9 points, from 52.7 points in the previous month, S&P Global data showed on Friday.
Government faces balancing act in 2026 as rivals gather for looming elections
Greece enters 2026 with a government facing a crowded agenda of fiscal manoeuvres, social unrest, and reform deadlines. The optimism of recent growth figures is tempered by the reality of financing needs, debt repayments, and simmering discontent in the streets.
I volunteer in a repair cafe: we can help you learn to fix your broken Christmas gift
Hundreds of broken toys get thrown away after Christmas. Zamrznuti tonovi/ShutterstockIt’s a Wednesday evening in a town hall in Penryn in Cornwall, and my friend Pete and I are volunteering at our local repair cafe. We set up tables, get our tools ready, put up a sign outside and wait for people to arrive.
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