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Power network considered at risk over Easter
Grid stability appears at an increased risk this Easter, especially the four-day period from Good Friday to Easter Monday.
Flu activity begins to ebb
Greece is experiencing a de-escalation in flu activity, with Covid-19 indicators at very low levels.
Divorce worsens housing crisis
Even though the young population is decreasing, the number of households keeps growing.
Ombudsman says Coast Guard communication logs missing in Pylos shipwreck
Greece’s Ombudsman has identified several failures by the Hellenic Coast Guard in its response to the Pylos shipwreck, stating that the operation fell short of the legal duty to conduct search and rescue.
Companies try to woo talent in cities around Greece
In recent years, mainly technology companies, as well as businesses from other sectors, have engaged in a race to attract new talent.
Unease in Athens over Ukraine developments
The unfolding situation in Ukraine has sparked concern in Athens, as reports indicate that a potential resolution may include redrawing national borders.
4-year-old girl hospitalized with severe burns; mother arrested
A four-year-old girl is receiving medical treatment at Paidon Children’s Hospital in Athens for extensive burns, as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding her injuries. Her mother has been taken into custody in connection with the case.
Doctors protest failing psychiatric care system
Greek hospital doctors have raised the alarm over what they call a dangerous and untenable situation in public psychiatric care.
Sales growth for supermarkets
The increase in consumption, and not so much high prices, was the main factor boosting supermarket turnover in 2024.
Turkey withdraws some forces from NATO drill
Turkey has withdrawn some of its forces from the NATO Steadfast Dart 2025 exercise following a standoff with Greece over airspace and search-and-rescue jurisdiction in the Aegean.
Most households struggle to make ends meet
Financial pressure remains intense for Greeks, with 60% of households stating that their income is not sufficient for the entire month and 81.6% are unable to save.
Paradise trembles: Notes from an anxious Eden
The ongoing earthquake swarm on Santorini has residents and tourism operators on edge, with Monday’s 5.3-magnitude tremor heightening concerns.
Fewer vehicles on the road in January
The circulation of cars and motorcycles decreased in January 2025 compared to the corresponding month of 2024, according to ELSTAT data released on Thursday.
India-Greece-Cyprus Business Council launches in Mumbai
The India-Greece-Cyprus Business Council (IGC) was officially launched today at the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, marking a significant step toward strengthening economic ties in the three countries.
Cyprus rises in anti-corruption rankings
Cyprus has made progress in its fight against corruption, according to Transparency International.
How Elon Musk and the right are trying to recast reporting as ‘doxxing’
For years, journalists have written about the social media posts of government employees to help reveal the positions, motivations and actions of public officials.
European losses for PAOK and Panathinaikos
PAOK went down to Steaua Bucharest in Toumba on Thursday for the first leg of their tie in the Europa League, while Panathinaikos suffered an upset by Vikingur Reykjavik in Helsinki for the Conference League.
True intentions or a bluff?
He’s going to take over Gaza and oust the Palestinians, sending them to Jordan and Egypt, so that he can build a Middle Eastern “Riviera.”
Man kills wife, then takes own life in Serres
A 59-year-old man who killed his 52-year-old wife in the village of Sitochori, Serres, in northern Greece, took his own life hours later, authorities said.
Microcredit totaling 80 million euros for small companies
Microloans of 3,000 to 25,000 euros will be granted with the support of the Microcredit Fund of the Hellenic Development Bank through the three microcredit companies which have been licensed by the Bank of Greece.