21/06/18

[Maik]

Eels are getting high on cocaine in Britain's drug-polluted rivers, say researchers
Survival of critically endangered species may be threatened by drug-contaminated waters

Cocaine flushed into rivers is making critically endangered eels “hyperactive” and threatening their survival, new research suggests.

Traces of the drug routinely make their way into Britain’s waters after passing through users’ bodies, and could be causing serious health problems for some fish, according to the study.

Previous research has found residues of illegal drugs including cocaine, amphetamines and ecstasy in European lakes and rivers, including the Thames.

The drugs end up in surface waters in highly populated areas after passing through sewage treatment plants, but scientists say little is known about the ecological impact.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/european-eels-cocaine-contamination-river-thames-research-a8408926.html

[Maik]

The average price of a new home on the thriving Costa Navarino development in the south west of the country is £5million. A sharp contrast to other parts of Greece where the economy continues to suffer.

Prices can go north of £20million depending on a buyer's requirements for the site, such as infinity pools and basements.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/property/article-5840049/New-luxury-eco-development-Greece-sees-average-sold-price-reach-6million.html


Some interesting comments below the article.

[Maik]

KTEL Kefalonia bus involved in a fatal traffic accident outside Patras when it collided with a car driven by a 70 y-o local who was killed in the accident.

[Maik]

Not sure Bryan will be out on the streets waving his Greek flag but today commemorates Greek victory over Bulgaria in the 1913 Battle of Kilkis.

[Maik]

Tsipras heads to London for three-day visit

Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras will travel to the United Kingdom on Monday for a three-day visit where he will meet with his counterpart, Theresa May, and the head of the Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn.

http://www.ekathimerini.com/229908/article/ekathimerini/news/tsipras-heads-to-london-for-three-day-visit

[Maik]

GDP is low, but food prices are high

Greeks may be among the poorest citizens in the European Union, but that does not mean low prices for basic products and services in this country.

http://www.ekathimerini.com/229893/article/ekathimerini/business/gdp-is-low-but-food-prices-are-high

[Maik]

Belgian city to turn abandoned hangar into a 'mega-brothel'
Ostend’s mayor says Hangar d’amour plan offers more security for sex workers but critics describe it as ‘madness’

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/jun/21/belgian-city-to-turn-abandoned-hangar-into-a-mega-brothel

[TonyKath]

Belgian city to turn abandoned hangar into a 'mega-brothel'
Ostend’s mayor says Hangar d’amour plan offers more security for sex workers but critics describe it as ‘madness’

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/jun/21/belgian-city-to-turn-abandoned-hangar-into-a-mega-brothel

Irate protesters will have to attend hangar management.

 
Tony

[Bryan-in-Kilkis]

Not sure Bryan will be out on the streets waving his Greek flag but today commemorates Greek victory over Bulgaria in the 1913 Battle of Kilkis.

Yup, proud to say that I didn't leave the flat all day.