The Greek government and its bailout lenders, the Troika, are locked in a new standoff over the health of Greece's banking sector, according to the Financial Times.

The role of NGOs has been harshly criticized by the media and by many individuals these past few days. Of course, this harsh criticism came after revelations that NGOs were involved in scandals worth millions of euros.

Greece has overcome difficulties and is on course for growth, International Monetary Fund (IMF) managing director Christine Lagarde told Australian state TV channel ABC.

The Environment, Energy and Climate Change ministry released for public consultation the legislative regulation concerning the urban re-designing of the area which the new AEK football stadium is to be built in the Athens district of Nea Philadelphia.