October, 2025 - TA NEA

New NAVTEX issued by Turkey for “Piri Reis” research mission

The oceanographic vessel will conduct “scientific research” from October 4 to 14 — Greece responds with a counter-NAVTEX Turkey is once again testing Greek-Turkish relations, only days after the controversial cancellation of the planned Mitsotakis–Erdogan meeting in New York. Ankara has issued…

3 October, 2025

GREECE

New Left and Plefsi Eleftherias say No to the acquisition of a fourth Belharra Frigate

They have submitted a request for a roll-call vote on the ratification of the agreement for the acquisition of a fourth Belharra frigate and the upgrade of the existing ones. The parliamentary groups of New Left and Plefsi Eleftherias expressed their disagreement…

3 October, 2025

AUSTRALIA

Melbourne launches new flood risk register – hundreds of thousands of homes to receive climate hazard rating

In a landmark shift for urban planning and climate adaptation, Melbourne Water has unveiled a new flood risk register that will classify hundreds of thousands of homes across the city into six hazard categories (1–6). The register, the first of its kind…

3 October, 2025

AUSTRALIA

Teenage volunteer firefighter charged with arson in Western Sydney – faces multiple serious offences

A shocking case has emerged in New South Wales, where a 17-year-old volunteer firefighter has been charged with deliberately lighting bushfires across western Sydney. The teenager was arrested early Wednesday in the Lower Blue Mountains following a months-long investigation by Strike Force…

3 October, 2025

AUSTRALIA·FINANCE

ATO 2024/25 Tax Deadline: What Australians must do before October 31 to avoid penalties

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is reminding taxpayers that the deadline for filing 2024-2025 tax returns is Friday, October 31, 2025. Australians who miss the date could face penalties and fines, officials have warned. When is the deadline? If you’re lodging your…

3 October, 2025

WORLD

Earthquake disaster in the Philippines: 6.9 magnitude quake kills 72, destroys buildings and bridges

A devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck the island of Cebu in the Philippines on Tuesday, September 30, leaving behind a trail of destruction and grief. Officials confirmed at least 72 dead and 294 injured, as buildings collapsed, bridges crumbled, and power outages…

2 October, 2025

GREECE·WORLD

Why Greece refuses to send Mirage Jets to Ukraine – NATO and EU pressures mount over Turkey’s role in European defence

Greece is facing mounting diplomatic pressure from NATO allies to increase its military assistance to Ukraine, with the focus now shifting to the possible transfer of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets — a move Athens firmly rejects, citing national security concerns and regional…

2 October, 2025

AUSTRALIA·WORLD

Lord William Hague praises Australia’s social media ban for under-16s, criticises Albanese government over Palestinian recognition

Oxford University Chancellor Lord William Hague has praised Australia’s “bold and responsible” move to ban social media for children under 16, calling it a landmark step in protecting young people’s mental health and civic integrity. Speaking at the Britain-Australia Society’s President’s Reception…

2 October, 2025

ENVIRONMENT

Satellite discovers 85 new active lakes beneath Antarctic ice

Scientists have identified 85 previously unknown active lakes hidden beneath Antarctica’s ice, using satellite data collected over a decade. These newly discovered subglacial lakes are “active,” meaning they periodically fill and drain, changing in size and shape over months and years. This…

2 October, 2025

CYPRUS·GREECE

Greek F-16 Viper fly over Cyprus for 65th independence anniversary

Greece marked the 65th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cyprus with a dramatic display, sending two F-16 Viper fighter jets of the Hellenic Air Force to fly over Nicosia during the military parade. The aircraft performed precise maneuvers above…

2 October, 2025

WORLD

Israel intercepts Greek ship “Oxygono” as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza

Israel intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, which had set sail to deliver humanitarian aid to the Palestinian population in Gaza, detaining dozens of activists, including internationally renowned Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg. The Greek ship “Oxygono,” part of the mission, was stopped…

2 October, 2025

GREECE

Internal strife in SYRIZA over defense spending and the 4th Behlarra Frigate

Tensions have emerged within SYRIZA and between SYRIZA and New Left as the government’s defense program, particularly the fourth FDI Behlarra frigate, is discussed in Parliament today. Although SYRIZA’s parliamentary leadership decided to vote in favour, the decision was challenging and accompanied…

2 October, 2025

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New NAVTEX issued by Turkey for “Piri Reis” research mission

New Left and Plefsi Eleftherias say No to the acquisition of a fourth Belharra Frigate

Melbourne launches new flood risk register – hundreds of thousands of homes to receive climate hazard rating

Teenage volunteer firefighter charged with arson in Western Sydney – faces multiple serious offences

ATO 2024/25 Tax Deadline: What Australians must do before October 31 to avoid penalties

Earthquake disaster in the Philippines: 6.9 magnitude quake kills 72, destroys buildings and bridges

Why Greece refuses to send Mirage Jets to Ukraine – NATO and EU pressures mount over Turkey’s role in European defence

Lord William Hague praises Australia’s social media ban for under-16s, criticises Albanese government over Palestinian recognition

Satellite discovers 85 new active lakes beneath Antarctic ice

Greek F-16 Viper fly over Cyprus for 65th independence anniversary

Israel intercepts Greek ship “Oxygono” as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza

Internal strife in SYRIZA over defense spending and the 4th Behlarra Frigate

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