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Tourism takings of €25 blnThere are growing indications that Greek tourism, after a record year in 2023, is headed for further growth of around 10% this year.
Crackdown on rigged gas station pumpsNew regulations combating fuel smuggling and adulteration are set to go into effect next month. The legislation foresees that gas stations will be closed for two years if inspectors determine that they are selling adulterated fuel, engaging in smuggling, or tampering with tax receipt issuing procedures.The new law requires companies to follow due diligence steps, with violations punishable by fines ranging from €5,000 to €30,000 per service station.
Economist: Greece in the 20 best democracies in the world – See the list and the ratings
Greece Ranks Among Top 20 Best Democracies in the World, Economist Reports
CCTV captures train screeching to a halt as dog walker pushes through barriers at level crossing
Watch: Pig stuck in barrel rescued after trying to eat eggHungry swine in search of food gets wedged in forcing owner to hacksaw it out
Cat lost for four years turns up over 150 miles from Northern Ireland homeSmyth family from County Down had lost hope of seeing Blueberry again until he was found in Galway, Ireland
Stricter penalties for non-use of POSThe Economy and Finance Ministry on Thursday submitted a provision to parliament which aims to increase fines and impose sanctions against business that have yet to install POS terminals linked to cash registers.The plan also foresees fines for providers of POS terminals and cash registries who do not comply with the law.The fines could see offenders having to pay amounts between €10,000 and €100,000.The ministry of economy has already spent €18,1 million on a voucher system in order to provide 121,138 businesses with POS terminals, and €22,5 million to 169,837 business to cover part of the cash register linkup costs.
Perfume-loving lions at Whipsnade Zoo need unwanted Valentine's Day fragrancesLoved-up lions at a zoo are running low on their favourite fragrances, so people are being asked to donate any unwanted Valentine's gifts.