Judge accepts Lidl worker’s belief in ancient Greek philosophy of Stoicism is protected by law

Samuel Jackson, who worked for Lidl, claimed it was unfair to sack him for offensive comments because of his adherence to the Hellenic philosophy Stoicism, founded by Zeno of Citium (pictured) from the 3rd century BC meant he can offend anyone without consequences A communications worker sacked by Lidl for calling Asians ‘greasy’ has had his … Read more

Moment couple fled Greek restaurant without paying after racking up £100 bill

Dine and dash! Moment couple fled Essex restaurant without paying after racking up £100 bill on cocktails and expensive steaks  CCTV cameras caught couple as they ran out of the My Big Fat Greek Taverna  Had indulged in a slap-up dinner at the Clacton eatery before acting ‘shady’ When manager politely asked they to pay … Read more

Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne look smitten in throwback photo from recent Greek holiday

Jacqueline Jossa and Dan Osborne look smitten as they put on a cosy display in throwback photo from recent Greek holiday By Rianne Addo and Sean O’grady For Mailonline Published: 20:06 BST, 17 September 2020 | Updated: 20:06 BST, 17 September 2020 They’ve had their fair share of ups and downs as they’ve dealt with … Read more

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has pledged to take an extra 1,500 refugees from Greek islands

Germany has agreed to take in 1,500 migrants from the Greek islands after a fire left thousands homeless last week, German government and coalition sources have said. Chancellor Angela Merkel and Interior Minister Horst Seehofer have reportedly come to the agreement, with sources saying Seehofer had made the proposal and Merkel had agreed. More than … Read more

Greek locals set up roadblocks to stop Lesbos migrant camp being replaced

Greek locals have set up roadblocks to stop a new migrant camp being built on the island of Lesbos after the country’s largest shelter burned down on Tuesday.  Trucks were blocking access to the smouldering ruins of the Moria camp on Thursday to prevent a clean-up operation that would make way for new tents.  ‘Now … Read more

Fuming Britons blast surprise quarantine on seven Greek islands

British holidaymakers have shared their fury as they make the mad dash to return home to the UK from seven Greek islands that will be added to the quarantine list from 4am tomorrow.  Transport Secretary Grant Shapps revealed on Monday that Lesvos, Tinos, Serifos, Mykonos, Crete, Santorini and Zakynthos are being stripped of quarantine exempt … Read more

Government uses new regional travel corridors to slap restrictions on SEVEN Greek islands 

Fury of airline bosses as Government uses new regional travel corridors to slap restrictions on SEVEN Greek islands Grant Shapps said move to treat islands as separate would bring relief to travel But no islands were made exempt from quarantine under the new rules  The change has ruined the holidays of an estimated 70,000 Britons  … Read more

Coronavirus UK: Grant Shapps adds Greek islands to quarantine list

Grant Shapps today announced that seven Greek islands are being stripped of quarantine exempt status amid fears over a spike in coronavirus cases. The Transport Secretary revealed that Lesvos, Tinos, Serifos, Mykonos, Crete, Santorini and Zakynthos are being added to the ‘red’ list as of 4am on Wednesday. However, Mr Shapps told the Commons that he … Read more

Ed Westwick’s girlfriend Tamara Francesconi showcases her physique as they unwind on Greek Island

Ed Westwick’s girlfriend Tamara Francesconi showcases her toned physique in stylish beachwear as the couple unwind on idyllic Greek Island By Ellie Phillips For Mailonline Published: 16:41 BST, 7 September 2020 | Updated: 17:19 BST, 7 September 2020 They’ve enjoyed a summer exploring some of Europe’s most beautiful destinations. And Ed Westwick’s girlfriend Tamara Francesconi showcased … Read more

Seven Greek islands including Crete and Mykonos face quarantine rules

Grant Shapps today announced that seven Greek islands are being stripped of quarantine exempt status amid fears over a spike in coronavirus cases. The Transport Secretary revealed that Lesvos, Tinos, Serifos, Mykonos, Crete, Santorini and Zakynthos are being added to the ‘red’ list as of 4am on Wednesday. However, Mr Shapps told the Commons that he … Read more