Athens -
There are reports that an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.9 has struck the Greek island of Evia. There are no early reports of injuries or damage.
Greece is the place to see and be seen, as it has been named as the tourism destination in 2013. As fears of a Grexit has faded, the cultural, classic, and culinary appeal of Greece is once again in the headlines.
Greece is about to commence serious efforts to sell off the family silver to the highest bidder, after dragging its feet on the promised privatisation program. Amongst state assets up for grabs is the Greek consulate residence building in London.
As one route for undocumented migrants into Greece closes, people smugglers have begun to target Greek islands, piling illegals into boats on the Aegean.
Vilnius -
The mayor of Lithuania's capital city, Vilnius, has come up with the suggestion of buying a Greek island as a colony that would serve as a tourist resort.
Chicago -
April 1, 2011 represented the beginning of yet another season for the Chicago Cubs and with it the hopes of fans for a World Series Championship. If you were fortunate enough to be in Chicago on March 31st there is a number of things you would hear.
An article in the UK-based Guardian has been reprinted internationally, starting the rumour that Greece is actually selling some of its islands, or is offering them for long-term leases by rich individuals. Yesterday, rectification followed.
