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AHI urges Rubio to maintain close US-Greece cooperation
American Hellenic Institute (AHI) President Nick Larigakis sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday, urging the US to continue close cooperation with Greece, the Republic of Cyprus and Israel.
A positive result for Europe
The German election result allows the European Union’s strongest member the opportunity to show that it is willing and able to carry the weight of Europe’s economic, political and security transformation.
Public outcry tests the political system
As the public discontent continues to rise, leading to planned mass demonstrations this Friday – the second anniversary of the tragic train collision in Tempe that killed 57 people and injured many more – the country is in complete confusion and frustration.
Athens International Airport accelerating investment plan
Athens International Airport (AIA) has announced an accelerated investment plan to expand its capacity, aiming to serve 33 million passengers annually ahead of schedule and 40 million by 2032.
Dendias opposes Meteor missile sale to Turkey in meeting with British counterpart
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias expressed his opposition to the potential sale of Meteor air-to-air missiles to Turkey during a meeting with British Defense Minister John Healey in London on Tuesday.
Who sets the limits
Building regulations, especially in the sensitive and exceptional environment of the Greek islands, are a chronic problem that cannot be resolved overnight.
Velvet Underground Tribute | Athens | March 1
Four talented Greek musicians, Vassilis Tzavaras, Stefanos Psaradakis, Alexandros Mylonas and Angelos Mastrantonis, will present their own interpretation of the renowned 1967 debut album “The Velvet Underground & Nico” at TV Control Center (91A Kiprou) on March 1.
Greeks pay comparatively more for diapers, milk, yogurt etc
There is still a significant discrepancy in the prices in Greece and other European countries for basic food and household consumption items.
Sports violence lands over 150 hooligans in the dock
A prosecutor has recommended that more than 150 individuals, including top Olympiacos FC executives, stand trial for alleged involvement in a criminal organization linked to violent hooliganism.
Displacement of Palestinians could lead to regional instability, says Gerapetritis
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis said that the displacement of Palestinians could lead to regional instability during his speech at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East on Tuesday.
Free blood tests offered under National Health Action Plan
Starting February 28, Greek citizens aged 30 to 70 will receive a text message through IDIKA, the online social insurance platform, inviting them to schedule free blood tests for early detection of high cholesterol, triglycerides, diabetes, and blood pressure levels.
Mikis Theodorakis | Athens | March 18
Athens honors the centenary of composer Mikis Theodorakis’ birth with a special concert highlighting his symphonic works at the Athens Concert Hall (115 Vasilisis Sofias).
Larissa court did not order soil removal at Tempe, document reveals
The Larissa court did not issue an order for the removal of soil at the Tempe railway disaster site, according to an official document from the Larissa Prosecutor’s Office, forwarded to Parliament by Minister of Justice Giorgos Floridis.
Amendment to temporarily suspend state claims to private properties
A new amendment will temporarily suspend lawsuits by the Greek State to claim private properties, as well as the progress of ongoing lawsuits, until September 30, 2025.
In her element
It’s an old and tried political “recipe”: Involve the families of the victims, which can only evoke positive associations and good impressions; proclaim yourself the protector of the weak; denounce a cover-up, the guilty parties who should be put in prison, and the destruction of evidence; urge judges to resign; raise a fist as a symbol of resistance and differentiation from that to which the “others” (i.e. the corrupt/submissive), willingly submit.
Naxos airport to temporarily close for upgrade work
Naxos Airport will be closed to commercial flights from March 11 to 30 for essential maintenance and upgrade work, Greece’s Civil Aviation Authority has announced.
Greek organized crime unit opens investigation into shooting of 2 Turkish citizens in Thessaloniki
A Turkish national was killed and one other wounded in a shooting in the northern Greek city of Thessaloniki on Tuesday, authorities said.
Santorini’s earthquake swarm is declining gradually as thousands return to the island
An earthquake swarm near the island of Santorini is gradually declining a month after it began, Greek scientists monitoring the phenomenon said Monday.
National Cancer Registry launched
The National Cancer Registry will launch on Tuesday, marking a major step in tracking and managing cancer cases.
Buses, trolleys and taxis halt on Friday, metro to operate limited hours
Bus and trolley workers have announced their participation in the 24-hour strike on Friday, marking the second anniversary of the Tempe railway disaster. As a result, Athens’ trolleys and buses will not operate that day.