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Ancient Artifacts Discovered in Athens Store, Spanning Geometric to Hellenistic Eras

A hidden trove of ancient artifacts, dating from Greece's Geometric period (1100-750 BC) to the Hellenistic era (up to 31 BC), was discovered in a vacated Athens store earlier this year. The cache, packed in boxes wrapped with 1940s newspapers, included over 3,000 items, ranging from ancient coins and vessels to post-Byzantine religious artifacts. The find highlights Athens' rich historical layers and underscores the importance of preserving and studying cultural heritage.

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Mykonos Rocked by Corruption Scandal: Officials Granted Illegal Licenses for Profit

A widening corruption scandal that has already ensnared Athens Municipality and Attica Regional Authority employees has reached the popular holiday island of Mykonos. Evidence suggests that at least three Culture Ministry officials, implicated in a racket of granting illegal licenses and immunity for zoning and environmental violations in exchange for money, have been operating on the island since at least last year.