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Trump stuns Europe. Now what?
The past week has thrown the Transatlantic relationship into turmoil, with the shocks for Europe coming one after the other.
Skylakakis discusses hydrocarbons with ExxonMobil and Chevron in Cairo
Environment and Energy Minister Thodoros Skylakakis held crucial discussions in Cairo this week with senior executives from two major US companies, ExxonMobil and Chevron, regarding the prospects for hydrocarbon exploration in Greece.
Forensic report finds no signs of foul play in Kalogirou’s death
New details have emerged from the autopsy of 39-year-old Vassilis Kalogirou, whose body was found in an advanced state of decomposition near the banks of the Pineios River in Tirnavos, central Greece, on Monday. Authorities are now awaiting the results of histological and toxicological tests to determine the cause of death.
Gov’t worried about new retail price hikes
Development Ministe Takis Theodorikakos on Monday asked all sides in the market to reduce their average profit, in addition to the measures already applied for the ceiling on the gross profit margin.
Turkish murder suspect arrested in Thessaloniki on Interpol warrant
A 44-year-old Turkish national wanted for murder in Turkey has been arrested in Thessaloniki, northern Greece, on an international warrant issued by Interpol, Greek authorities reported.
Hellenic Train denies concealing audio evidence in Tempe rail disaster
The private company responsible for trains on Greece’s railway network has issued an official statement addressing reports alleging the concealment of audio recordings related to the February 2023 Tempe rail disaster, which killed 57 people.
Turkish business group defends itself after investigation starts for critical remarks
Turkey’s main business group TUSIAD defended itself on Tuesday as working for the national interest after an investigation was launched into one of its executive’s criticism of a crackdown on dissenting figures.
Erdogan says Ukraine’s territorial integrity, sovereignty indisputable for Turkey
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday that Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty were indisputable in the eyes of Ankara in the coming period, adding Turkey would be an appropriate venue for any possible peace talks involving Russia.
Greek festival to bring music, food, and culture to Darling Harbour
The Greek Festival Darling Harbour will take over Sydney’s Darling Harbour this weekend, offering a two-day celebration of Greek heritage, food, and music, The Greek Herald reports.
Shifting sands: A beach divided between nature and progress
A controversial construction project on Potamos Beach on the island of Thassos in the northern Aegean has raised concerns among residents.
Deadly attack at Athens psychiatric hospital: 47-year-old inmate kills female patient
A 47-year-old male inmate has fatally attacked a 44-year-old female patient at the Psychiatric Hospital of Attica in Dafni, western Athens.
Athens juggles EU alignment, US interests
As the Ukraine crisis continues to unfold, Athens is navigating a complex diplomatic challenge, balancing its commitment to the European Union with its long-standing relationship with the US.
Eurobarometer: Jobs, prices stress Greek youth
Rising prices and job creation dominate the concerns of young Greeks, according to a new Eurobarometer survey. Among respondents aged 16-30, 43% in Greece cited the economy and employment as top priorities, while 42% focused on inflation and the cost of living.
Washington Post cancels ad from groups calling for Trump to fire Musk
An advertisement that was set to run in some editions of The Washington Post on Tuesday calling for Elon Musk to be fired from his role in government was abruptly canceled, according to one of the advocacy groups that had ordered the ad.
Trump’s war on information
Since last week, the White House has barred Associated Press (AP) reporters from press conferences and Air Force One, accusing the news agency of a “commitment to misinformation.”
Dangerous jobs
Thousands of delivery and courier service workers drive around the streets of Athens on motorcycles every day, defying unfavorable weather very often and the terrible chaos of the capital’s traffic situation on a regular basis.
Exploring Arnea, Halkidiki’s architectural gem
This charming village in Halkidiki offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and nature, making it an ideal getaway in Northern Greece.
France convenes second meeting on Ukraine with other Europeans, Canada
France plans to a host a second meeting to discuss Ukraine and European security on Wednesday, but has this time invited European countries not present earlier this week, including Greece.
Turkey detains nearly 300 people in raids on PKK suspects, including opposition figures
Turkish police have detained 282 suspects accused of ties to the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party, or PKK, militant group, the government said on Tuesday, among them journalists, politicians, and academics.
100 migrants detained as officials link a surge in arrivals to Mideast wars
Authorities have they detained 107 migrants in two separate operations near Crete, as an official attributed an increase in people trying to cross the eastern Mediterranean to conflicts in the Middle East.