Civil engineers began inspecting buildings on the island of Cephalonia, after yesterday's earthquake.and the numerous aftershocks that followed Schools will remain closed on the island, while two cruiseships will host the island's residents.

Michalis Matantos, a key suspect in an investigation into bribes allegedly handed to Greek officials in exchange for defense deals was set free on bail.

Evidence of a 52-million-euro loan given by Hellenic Postbank in 2009 to a real estate firm that subsequently filed for bankruptcy has come under particular scrutiny.