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Owning cat while pregnant linked to increased risk of postpartum depression, study findsScientists have claimed that the type of pet expectant mothers own could have an impact on maintaining their mental health following their child’s birthOwning a cat while pregnant has been linked to an increased risk of postpartum depression in a new study – which also found the reverse to be true for dog ownership.The researchers at Japan’s University of Toyama were unable to explain the association they discovered between cat ownership and a heightened risk of mental health issues in new mothers.But the paper’s lead author Kenta Matsumura said the findings suggested that special attention must be paid to cat owners, who are also at a higher risk of toxoplasmosis – an infection which can cause miscarriage or stillbirth in some cases.
Greece rolls out red carpet for crown prince, as Khashoggi killing falls off agendaWith Europe grappling with an energy crisis, Mohammed bin Salman finds he is once again welcomeSmiles, handshakes, backslaps and the Acropolis all to himself. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has landed in Europe – his first trip west since the brutal killing of the journalist Jamal Khashoggi – and on a continent jittering with energy worries, the Saudi royal has received red-carpet treatment.Human rights concerns aside, the de facto leader of the world’s greatest oil producer has luxuriated in a welcome that only recently may have seemed impossible.Three years after Khashoggi’s murder, Greece made clear this week that politicians would rather talk about energy than the star journalist dismembered by Saudi agents in Istanbul.
Kefalonia: Argostoli Archaeological Museum Set to Undergo ReconstructionThe building that houses the Archaeological Museum of Argostoli on the Greek island of Kefalonia will soon undergo a deep reconstruction, the Greek Culture Ministry recently announced.It is reminded that the museum had stopped operations in 2014 after suffering extensive damage due to a strong earthquake that hit the island.Approved by the ministry’s Museum Council, one of the main parts of the reconstruction plan is the expansion of the museum’s interior areas.
State services transition to digital eraAn app for creating, storing and authenticating digital copies of identity cards and driving licenses on mobile phones via Gov.gr Wallet was presented on Wednesday as part of an ongoing effort to digitize state services.
Animal welfare faces ‘clear and present danger’ from post-Brexit trade deals, study warnsClaim that UK farming at risk if ‘soft’ approach pursued with countries with ‘less qualms’ about qualityThe UK’s high animal welfare standards face a “clear and present danger” from post-Brexit trade deals without tougher government rules, a study is warning.Domestic farming will be undercut if the “soft” approach of the Australia and New Zealand negotiations continues in talks with countries with “less qualms” about quality, it argues.The alarm is raised over a hoped-for agreement with India – which Boris Johnson has promised will be struck in October – because it “has many animal rights practices prohibited at home”.
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Nine Arrested For Sparking Greece's WildfiresEight men and one woman were arrested by fire investigators for starting arson with intent or through negligence, and therefore contributing to the wildfires that have gripped Greece.The Hellenic Fire Service said on Wednesday that in the last week alone, they were called upon to deal with a total of 1,185 fire incidents, of which 345 were forest fires and 840 urban fires.
Labour ‘could face bankruptcy’ as unions revolt after minister sacked for picketing Sir Keir Starmer has been warned that Labour could face bankruptcy as unions abandon the party after he sacked a shadow minister for appearing on a picket line.The Labour leader is facing backlash from several major union barons, who say he has severed the historical link between the party and the union movement.
Ticket office workers break with RMT to vote on pay dealTSSA split threatens to undermine union ally's calls for a general strike
Oil and gas firms reap ‘obscene’ profits as desperate families seek crisis support for energy billsShell and Total promise to hand shareholders billions of pounds while households count cost of massive increases to energy and fuel bills
QuoteState services transition to digital eraAn app for creating, storing and authenticating digital copies of identity cards and driving licenses on mobile phones via Gov.gr Wallet was presented on Wednesday as part of an ongoing effort to digitize state services.https://www.ekathimerini.com/news/1190049/state-services-transition-to-digital-era/gov.gr Wallet on Apple app store / gov.gr Wallet on Google PlayMay be in Greek language only