Artemis Seaford, a dual U.S.-Greek national, was targeted with a cyberespionage tool while also under a wiretap by the Greek spy agency in a case that shows the spread of illicit snooping in Europe.
Category: Politics and Government
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Meta Manager Was Hacked With Spyware and Wiretapped in Greece
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Dutch Pro-Farmer Party Sweeps Elections, Upsetting the Status Quo
The New York Times – Business:The surprise victory is widely seen as a protest vote against Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s government and some of his policies, including a goal to slash nitrogen emissions, which many say will imperil farming operations.
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China Wine Tariff Pushes Australia’s Grape Growers Into Crisis
The New York Times – Business:Two years later, they’re suffering from a glut of red wine and plummeting grape prices with no overseas market big enough to fill the gap.
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French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote
The New York Times – Business:Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.
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A Hungarian Town Seethes Over a Giant Chinese Battery Plant
The New York Times – Business:A $7.8 billion factory planned by a Chinese company in eastern Hungary has become divisive even within the party of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who championed it.
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In Budget Speech, U.K. Government Will Issue a Call to Work
The New York Times – Business:In a major policy speech, Jeremy Hunt, the chancellor of the Exchequer, is expected to offer plans to promote greater work force participation.
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To Rein in China’s Banks, Xi Uses Familiar Playbook
The New York Times – Business:Xi Jinping is revamping China’s regulatory framework so the ruling Communist Party can assert more direct control over financial policy.
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China’s New Premier Needs to Revive Growth. How Far Will Loyalty Get Him?
The New York Times – Business:Li Qiang’s business-friendly reputation could bolster confidence in China’s economy. But he is stepping into a role with diminished power under Xi Jinping.
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As Economy Falters, China’s New Premier Tries to Boost Business Confidence
The New York Times – Business:Li Qiang, the country’s No. 2 leader, sought to reassure entrepreneurs who have been wary of making new investments.
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The Messenger, a Media Start-Up, Aims to Build a Newsroom Fast
The New York Times – Business:The company, which will begin operating in May, plans to have around 550 journalists covering entertainment, politics and sports within a year.