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09/02/24
« on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 00:30:46 »
Today’s bank rates:   
1 €UR = £ 0.8819 GBP   £1 GBP = 1.1339 €UR
1 €UR = $ 1.1117 USD   $1 USD = 0.8995 €UR
1 €UR = $ 1.7140 AUD   $1 AUD = 0.5834 €UR
   
Based on Alpha Bank exchange rates, these are widely used by exchange agencies in Greece.    
Other banks likely to offer a different rate which may be marginally higher or lower.    
Banks and foreign exchange offices normally charge standard 2% commission.   
You may get a better rate changing your holiday money in advance at e.g. the
Post Office.   
NB: some f-ex agencies advertise "No Commission".    
Invariably, they deduct commission before they (don't) advertise the rate.   
Foreign exchange offices are businesses, not charities.
   
   
Ten day weather forecast for Kefalonia:   
This is an overall forecast, due to the mountainous terrain the weather can be very localised.   
Updated forecast @
weather.com   
   
Day, Date   Hi°/Lo°   Wind sp   Wet   Forecast   
Fri 09/02   18°/11°   12 km/h   07%   Sun & cloud    
Sat 10/02   19°/15°   28 km/h   07%   Sun & cloud    
Sun 11/02   19°/10°   38 km/h   89%   Thunderstorms & very strong winds probable   
Mon 12/02   16°/09°   17 km/h   76%   Thunderstorms probable   
Tue 13/02   16°/10°   17 km/h   24%   Mostly sunny    
Wed 14/02   16°/09°   20 km/h   15%   Sun & cloud    
Thu 15/02   16°/09°   18 km/h   24%   Mostly sunny    
Fri 16/02   16°/09°   15 km/h   21%   Sun & cloud    
Sat 17/02   16°/09°   15 km/h   36%   Showers possible   
Sun 18/02   16°/09°   19 km/h   46%   Showers possible   
   

National Bank of Greece exchange rates used

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #1 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 00:33:42 »
The Agricultural and Livestock Association of Kefalonia and Ithaca is calling for a tractor blockade of Argostoli around 12:00 midday on Monday. Forecast is for thunderstorms that day so may be a small turnout and few shoppers.

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #2 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 14:33:27 »
Fraport Greece have received permission to control wildlife that might endanger the operations of its airports. The wildlife is mainly various breeds of birds but also includes bats and, at Kavala and Samos airports, the common jackal. No specific problem at Kef airport.

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #3 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 15:03:37 »
Improvements to the electricity supply in parts of Paliki will involve supply interruptions as follows:

Sat 10/02/2024 : 09.00-12.00 : ​​​​Agia Thekli area, Damoulianata, Kontogenada, Parisata, Rifi, Skineos area
Mon 12/02/2024 : 08.30-15.00 : Ano Kouvalata, Kontogenada, Vlichata to Skineos quarry
Tue 13/02/2024 : 08.30-15.00 : Damoulianata, Parisata, Rifi, ​​Skineos area
Wed 14/02/2024 : 08.30-15.00 : Ano Kouvalata, Kontogenada, Vlichata to Skineos quarry
Thu 15/02/2024 : 08.30-15.00 : Damoulianata, Parisata,​​ Rifi, Skineos
Fri 16/02/2024 : 08.30-15.00 : Ano Kouvalata, Kontogenada, Vlichata to Skineos quarry
Sat 17/02/2024 : 08.30-15.00 : ​​Damoulianata, Parisata, Rifi, Skineos area
Sun 18/02/2024 : 08.30-15.00 : Agia Thekli area, Damoulianata, Kontogenada, Parisata, Rifi, Skineos area


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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #4 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 15:19:51 »
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Exotic ‘dinosaur-like’ turtle that can bite through bone found in Cumbria

A dangerous turtle capable of biting through bones has been found in a tarn in Cumbria.

An alligator snapping turtle, which is usually found in swamps and freshwater rivers in Florida, Texas and other southern parts of the United States, are known to have extremely powerful jaws.

The creature was spotted by Great Urswick residents in the tarn – which is a small lake – on the edge of the village.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/alligator-snapping-turtle-found-cumbria-b2493469.html

Strange looking thing, could be from a star wars film (pics in link)

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #5 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 15:37:21 »
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Work-life balance key priority for Greek workers, survey finds

One in two Greeks say they would be willing to leave a job if it prevented them from enjoying their life, according to findings from Randstad’s annual Workmonitor survey which showed that financial rewards are no longer the sole focus for local workers.

According to the survey, financial gain is a top priority for 94% of respondents, but work-life balance is equally important for the same percentage.
https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1231265/work-life-balance-key-priority-for-greek-workers-survey-finds/

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #6 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 15:42:52 »
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World Happiness Index: Greeks are the happiest they’ve been in a decade

In 2023, Greece achieved its best global happiness rank and top personal score since 2021 for the second year in a row.

Greece is still away from its pre-crisis happiness score, but not as far as people might think.
https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/02/09/world-happiness-index-decade/

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #7 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 15:46:36 »
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ATHENS: Police officer was arrested for drug trafficking

A police officer and two private individuals were arrested by the Internal Affairs Service of the Security Forces for trafficking and supplying narcotics.

According to the announcement, the police officer, being on sick leave, provided security services to one of the individuals while illegally possessing two pistols.
https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/02/09/athens-police-officer-was-arrested/


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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #8 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 15:59:31 »
Rural doctor service available between 10:00-13:00 on Monday in Pessada.

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #9 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 18:27:42 »
At least three small fires broken out just outside Katelios on the hill above Agia Barbara beach, possible fires two and three started by wind blown debris. Fire service and local volunteers attending.

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #10 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 18:31:46 »
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Gov’t intends to introduce digital labor card to all sectors

The government intends to implement the digital labor card across all employment sectors, Minister of Labor and Insurance Domna Michailidou said on Friday.

Speaking at an event with business and industry leaders, Michailidou said that “the digital labor work card shields workers from undeclared work and employers from unfair competition, marking the entry of the labor market into the digital age.”

Michailidou further stated that the digital labor card would be implemented in a methodical and targeted manner, taking into account all the intricacies of each business sector, while at the same time helping them become more competitive.

Employees can use the digital labor card to clock in and out of work, guaranteeing proper keeping of work hours.

It was first introduced in May 2022 for banks and supermarkets that employ more than 250 people.
https://www.ekathimerini.com/economy/1231276/govt-intends-to-introduce-digital-labor-card-to-all-sectors/

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Re: 09/02/24
« Reply #11 on: Friday, 09 February, 2024 @ 22:03:00 »
Ithaki coastguard earlier today provided an emergency transfer from Vathy to Sami for a 47 y-o local in need of urgent medical attention.