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An investigation has revealed a fraudulent charity that collected millions of euros from donors while passing only a fraction to children in need. Prominent figures were among those who donated to the scheme, which appears to have relied as much on prestige as on sympathy. The 'Choriatiko' case has expanded to include allegations of police complicity. The owner of the bakery chain, who expanded his business into tourism despite prior accusations in 2008, was reportedly receiving information from law enforcement before his arrest. Authorities have since seized supercars, luxury watches, and €500,000 in cash. The Hellenic National Meteorological Service has issued an emergency bulletin for a storm system named 'P' expected to bring flooding and hail. Separately, the office of politician Thanos Pleuris was attacked with Molotov cocktails in Kolonaki, and a 90-year-old man was arrested in Thessaloniki following the death of his wife.

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An investigation has revealed a significant NGO scam where a fraudulent charity exploited donors, collecting millions of euros for sick children but only allocating a small portion to their aid. Prominent individuals were among those defrauded.

in.gr: NGO Scam Uncovered: How a Fraudulent Charity Exploited Families of Sick Children

An investigation reveals how an NGO defrauded donors, collecting millions of euros while only a fraction went to help children with health problems; prominent figures were among the victims.

New details have emerged in the 'Choriatiko' case, suggesting ties between the criminal network and Greek police, with the owner allegedly receiving information from law enforcement. The ongoing investigation has also led to the seizure of supercars, €500,000 in cash, and luxury watches. The Hellenic Tax and Customs Authority is now investigating its own employees for potential involvement.

Kathimerini: Dirty Bread with Ties to Greek Police

Despite past accusations in 2008, the owner of 'Choriatiko' was free to expand into tourism and received information from law enforcement agencies until his arrest.

Kathimerini: 'Choriatiko': Supercars, €500,000, and Expensive Watches Seized

The investigation into the 'Choriatiko' case revealed the seizure of supercars, €500,000 in cash, and luxury watches from members of the criminal ring.

Kathimerini: Tax Authority Investigates Officials in 'Choriatiko' and 'Pizza Fan' Cases

The Hellenic Tax and Customs Authority (AADE) is investigating potential involvement of its employees in the 'Choriatiko' and 'Pizza Fan' cases.

The office of politician Thanou Pleuris in Kolonaki was targeted in an arson attack involving Molotov cocktails.

Το Βήμα: Molotov cocktail attack on Thanou Pleuris' office in Kolonaki

An arson attack using Molotov cocktails occurred at the office of politician Thanou Pleuris in the Kolonaki area.

Greece is bracing for a new wave of strong storms and hail, with an emergency bulletin forecasting deteriorating weather conditions. Specific dangerous hours have been identified for thunderstorms expected in Attica on Sunday, and a storm named 'P' is anticipated to cause severe flooding in certain regions.

Το Βήμα: Strong storms and hail expected in the coming hours

A new wave of bad weather is bringing heavy rains, thunderstorms, and possible hail in the coming hours, with specific areas targeted by the phenomena.

Το Βήμα: Thunderstorms in Attica on Sunday - Dangerous hours

Specific dangerous hours have been identified for thunderstorms expected in Attica on Sunday.

Το Βήμα: The 'P' of bad weather hits the country

The storm, identified by the letter 'P', is expected to cause severe flooding in certain regions, with one day predicted to be the most difficult.

Το Βήμα: Sunday difficult due to bad weather - Dangerous hours for Attica

Sunday is expected to be difficult due to inclement weather, with specific times of rain in Attica highlighted.

Kathimerini: Weather Alert: Worsening Conditions with Rain, Storms, and Hail

The Hellenic National Meteorological Service has issued an emergency bulletin forecasting deteriorating weather with rain, thunderstorms, and hail.

An 80-year-old woman was found dead with head injuries in Chalastra, Thessaloniki. Her 90-year-old husband has been arrested in connection with her death, and an investigation is underway.

Ναυτεμπορική: Thessaloniki: 80-year-old woman found dead, husband arrested

An 80-year-old woman was found dead with head injuries in Chalastra, Thessaloniki, and her 90-year-old husband has been arrested.

News247: Thessaloniki: 80-Year-Old Woman Found Dead at Home; 90-Year-Old Husband Arrested

An 80-year-old woman was found dead in her home in Thessaloniki, and her 90-year-old husband has been arrested.

Το Βήμα: Mystery surrounding the death of an elderly woman in her Thessaloniki home

An elderly woman was found dead in her home in Thessaloniki, and an investigation is underway with an arrest made.

An armed robbery unfolded at a business in Larissa, involving gunshots and two hostages.

News247: Terror in Larissa: Armed Robbery with Gunshots and Two Hostages

An armed robbery involving gunshots and two hostages occurred at a business in Larissa.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced an extension of the fuel subsidy until November 15, alongside new government measures. Additionally, pensioners are set to receive a double boost, including a 400 euro payment and expected increases.

Το Βήμα: Double boost for pensioners: When the 400 euros and increases arrive

Details are provided on when pensioners will receive a 400 euro payment and expected increases.

Το Βήμα: Mitsotakis: Fuel subsidy extended until November 15 - New measures

Prime Minister Mitsotakis announced an extension of the fuel subsidy until November 15, along with new government measures.

An analysis indicates that the cost of a comfortable life in Europe is high, and Greeks currently experience the lowest purchasing power across the continent.

in.gr: Europe's Cost of Living: Greek Purchasing Power at the Bottom

An analysis indicates that the cost of a comfortable life in Europe is high, with Greeks experiencing the lowest purchasing power.

An analysis examines the impact of the ongoing energy crisis on the national budget and existing subsidies, highlighting potential consequences for households.

Το Βήμα: Price hikes: How the energy crisis threatens the budget and subsidies

The impact of the energy crisis on the national budget and subsidies is analyzed, with potential consequences for households.

An investigation is underway to understand the causes of sudden basement flooding in the city, exploring what might be hidden beneath the urban landscape and its metro system.

Το Βήμα: Why do basements suddenly flood? What lies beneath the city and metro

An investigation into the causes of sudden basement flooding, exploring what might be hidden beneath the city and its metro system.

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