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Greece launches private TV tender amid controversyGreece on Aug. 30 launched a multi-million euro auction for four private TV licenses, a process originally due two decades ago and now marked by political infighting.Eight groups are vying for the four 10-year nationwide licenses, with opening bids starting at three million euros ($3.4 million).Their representatives will be locked up in an office building with no outside communication until the process is complete, a move prompting angry protests from TV managers.Authorities say they want to clean up an industry known for workforce exploitation and rumored under-the-table deals between media moguls, bankers and influential politicians, while bringing an end to 25 years of chaotic licensing.
Turkish judge escapes to Greece on migrant boat, seeks asylumTurkey has sacked or suspended around 80,000 people from the civil service, judiciary, police forces and courts following the attempted takeover.
Heard a speed boat carrying three Russian passengers from Kef to Zakynthos sank off Alykes, Zakynthos, yesterday. All four on board rescued uninjured.