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Legal holdup halts home creation

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 18:49
A year after the adoption of the new framework for the Golden Visa program, the decision on the basis of which the possibility of acquiring homes created from a change of property use will be implemented is still pending. 

Greece should be ‘vigilant’ after Turkey quake, says expert

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 18:33
A seismologist at Thessaloniki’s Aristotle University struck a cautiously optimistic tone following Wednesday’s earthquake in Turkey’s northern Marmara Sea, noting that while the tremor was strong, it does not appear to pose a serious threat to Greece.

Greek scientists develop algorithm to help keeps beaches pristine

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 17:52
Greek researchers have developed an algorithm to help manage overcrowding on protected beaches in the western Peloponnese.

Greece sells 26-week T-bills at a yield of 1.90%

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 17:42
Greece on Wednesday successfully auctioned a 26-week Treasury bills issue, raising 500 million euros from the market at a lower interest rate.

Ping-pong takes center stage at Aristotelous Square

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 17:33
World Table Tennis Day did not go unnoticed in Thessaloniki on Wednesday, as a local association dedicated to the sport set up ping-pong tables at downtown Aristotelous Square.

Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes Istanbul

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 17:17
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 shook Istanbul on Wednesday, Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) said.

Patriarch Bartholomew meets with Australian governor-general in Istanbul

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 16:53
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, the spiritual leader of the world’s Greek Orthodox Christians, received a delegation from Australia headed by Governor-General Sam Mostyn, at the Patriarchate in Istanbul on Tuesday.

Three flower shows bring springtime color to Thessaloniki

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 16:45
Flower lovers in Thessaloniki are in for a seasonal treat as the city’s popular spring flower exhibitions return in full bloom.

‘Touristification’ takes hold in Greece

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 16:14
Alexia Kalaitzi, an award-winning journalist and features reporter for Kathimerini, joins Thanos Davelis as we look into the phenomenon of “touristification” taking shape across Greece.

US sends mixed signals over F-35s for Turkey

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 15:20
Mixed signals from Washington have raised new concerns in Athens over the potential return of Turkey to the F-35 fighter jet program.

Young motorcyclist dies in Athens; three youths injured in Thessaloniki crash

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 14:52
One young man was killed and another three were injured in separate incidents on the country’s roads in less than 12 hours, as a spike in traffic-related accidents shows no sign of easing.

Green energy on the trash heap during Easter surge

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 13:43
Roughly 30 GWh of renewable energy – enough to power four conventional power plants – was discarded in Greece over the Easter holiday weekend as a result of insufficient energy storage capacity. 

Banks discovering Greek startups

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 13:37
Venture capital funds, private investors, family offices and, more recently, banks, are some of those scanning the Greek startup market, looking for opportunities for new investments.

Volos man arrested for Easter attack on wife

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 12:43
A 40-year-old man in Volos, central Greece, has been found guilty of domestic abuse and exposing his children to violence after reportedly attacking his wife during a family gathering on Easter Sunday.

Breaking down the PM’s post-Easter narrative reset

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 12:00
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis unveiled a new wave of economic measures on Tuesday, aiming to kick-start a fresh political cycle following the Easter holidays.

Greeks afraid of mortgages

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 11:22
The economic crisis that the country went through in the past decade casts a heavy shadow on the decisions of households over whether to resort to bank loans to buy a house.

Dolphin delight off Evia’s northern coast 

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 11:04
A pod of dolphins put on a surprise show Tuesday in the calm, crystal-clear waters off Loutra Aidipsou in northern Evia, captivating beachgoers with their playful display. 

Greek Catholics in mourning

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 09:19
Greek Catholics are mourning the death of Pope Francis, with books of condolences placed at the Archdiocese of Athens and the St Dionysius Catholic Cathedral in Athens. 

Unregistered rentals in Nicosia’s sights

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 08:00
With over 12,000 short-term rentals currently in operation, Cyprus has become a hotspot for travelers seeking more flexible and often cheaper accommodation.

President praises Pope Francis, ‘transformative leader’

Wed, 04/23/2025 - 07:37
Greek President Konstantinos Τasoulas expressed sorrow over the death of Pope Francis, calling him a “transformative religious leader” who inspired millions through humility and compassion and advocacy for the oppressed. 

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