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Athens News Agency: News in English, 12-01-29
CONTENTS
[01] Orphan baby bears returned to wildlife
[02] FinMin dismisses floated idea for special EU 'budget' commissioner
[01] Orphan baby bears returned to wildlife
ÁÌÍÁ--Ôwo orphan baby bears that were rescued nine months ago by the
Arcturos
The two baby bears were found in mountainous areas of Argos Orestikon
and Trikala, northwestern Greece, frightened and in bad shape. Today they
weigh 50 kilos and have learned how to climb trees and search for food,
avoid humans and live as wild animals.
Arcturos had implemented a new adaptation programme which includes a
special diet and the exclusion of human presence in order to safeguard
the bears' smooth re-adaptation to wildlife.
Little John and Nikitas were transferred and were settled into their
new home, after being medicated. However, they will be closely watched,
via satellite, from the transmitter-collars they wear. non-governmental
conservation organisation of the Brown Bear, were returned to their
natural environment and when they wake up from winter hibernation they
will be free to adapt in the wildlife.
[02] FinMin dismisses floated idea for special EU 'budget' commissioner
AMNA / Government Vice President and Finance Minister Evangelos
Venizelos, replying to questions by reporters on the proposal for
an appointment of a special commissioner to monitor implementation
of the Greek budget, countered that "whoever poses a dilemma for a
people between economic aid and national dignity is unaware of basic
historical teachings."
He spoke before leaving for Brussels on Sunday morning.
"I am certain that the political leaderships of all European countries
and particularly those who due to their size have, as a matter of fact,
increased responsibility for the course of Europe, know the way issues
are raised between friends and partners who have joined their historical
destinies."
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