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Tax dues interest freezes for another year
The interest rates for the standard arrangement of repaying debts to the state will remain unchanged for another year, until March 2026.
ATHEX: Major slump on bourse, led by banks
The profit-taking process that started late last week on the Greek stock market accelerated on Monday.
Allianz scraps nuclear, military exclusions to back Europe’s rearmament drive
Germany’s Allianz Global Investors has dropped two exclusions blocking its sustainable funds from investing in defense, becoming one of the first major European asset managers to change their policies to help finance the region’s rearmament.
Health centers easing pressure on hospitals
Citizens are increasingly turning to Greece’s public healthcare system (ESY) for emergency cases, with the health minister’s initiative to involve health centers in relieving pressure on major hospitals proving effective.
Hydrocarbons and geopolitics: Eight questions and answers
What has been going on with Chevron and Greece’s hydrocarbon deposits? Chevron is the second (after ExxonMobil) American energy giant to show an interest in hydrocarbon deposits in the Greek continental shelf.
Mykonos implements traffic ban as severe weather strikes Cyclades
A ban on vehicle movement has been imposed on the island of Mykonos as severe weather continues to affect the Cyclades.
Tsipras recalls ‘extraordinary experience’ at Harvard
Former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has described his recent visit to Harvard University as an “extraordinary experience.”
New coast guard chief appointed
Vice-Admiral Tryfon Kontizas has been named as the new chief of the Port Authority/Hellenic Coast Guard. His appointment was ratified by the National Security Council’s (KYSEA).
Water supply disruption in Halkidiki
Residents of Taxiarchis, a district of Polygyros in the northern region of Halkidiki, are facing water supply issues after repeated power outages disrupted the local water treatment plant, the municipality said.
The race for critical minerals explained and EU options at a time of crisis
Geopolitical and geoeconomic hyper-competition between the US and China have dominated global power politics since Donald Trump’s first term in office and throughout Joe Biden’s.
Thessaloniki Metro to shut down temporarily for expansion
Thessaloniki's metro line will be shut down for 30 to 40 days to allow for its extension to Kalamaria, Infrastructure and Transport Minister Nikos Tachiaos said.
Agreement on building rules
The insecurity concerning Greece’s building regulations is a perennial problem.
Traffic ban enforced on Paros amid extreme weather conditions
A full traffic ban is in force on all roads on Paros due to severe weather conditions affecting the Cycladic island.
Summer timetable for cheaper electricity tariff begins April 1
The Hellenic Electricity Distribution Network Operator (HEDNO) has announced that the summer timetable for the reduced-rate electricity tariff will take effect from Tuesday, April 1.
Things to do and see around Agrafa and Lake Plastira in spring
The imposing mountain range of Agrafa towers over the lake, which stars in one of the most beautiful spring landscapes in Greece.
What’s still keeping wages low
Increasing the minimum wage is not enough, as it does not pass on to salaries above €1,350 (gross).
Athens suburban train stranded in tunnel after power outage
A suburban Proastiakos train bound for Athens International Airport was stranded in a tunnel for 30 minutes Monday.
Completion of Thessaloniki mosque restoration set for 2026
Thessaloniki’s historic Hamza Bey Mosque, known to locals as the Alkazar, is set to be handed over to the city early next year 2026, Culture Minister Lina Mendoni has said during an inspection of its restoration works.
Greece issues weather alert for Cyclades
Greece’s 112 emergency system issued a warning Monday for the Cyclades as severe storms are expected to hit eastern regions through Wednesday. Officials urged caution in travel.