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Greek university entrance exams continue with Ancient Greek, Mathematics and Biology
Candidates in Greece's 2026 Panhellenic Examinations sat papers in Ancient Greek, Mathematics and Biology on Wednesday, as the high-stakes university entrance process moved into its orientation-subject phase.

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The last half-day brought a familiar mix of hard power and hard weather. Russia fired one of its largest barrages at Ukraine, the Gulf truce frayed again, and the UN warned that a strong El Niño may soon add heat, floods and drought to already stretched governments.

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Greek university entrance exams continue with Ancient Greek, Mathematics and Biology