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Terry Vakirtzoglou | Athens | April 9
Greek jazz vocalist and composer Terry Vakirtzoglou presents her new project “Permanthea” in concert at the Half Note Jazz Club (17 Trivonianou) on April 9.
PM comments on defense and trade amid global economic tensions
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed his government’s commitment to safeguarding the country’s economy amidst global economic instability, following US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on European products.
Igor Levit | Athens | April 9
Renowned German pianist Igor Levit performs at the Athens Concert Hall (115 Vassilis Sofias), showcasing German classical and romantic repertoire, including Liszt’s piano transcription of Beethoven’s “Eroica” symphony.
ECB’s Schnabel says ‘dramatic surge’ in uncertainty may get worse
The euro zone economy’s long standing structural headwinds have been exacerbated by a surge in uncertainty which may get even worse in the wake of US trade tariffs, European Central Bank policy maker Isabel Schnabel said on Saturday.
Milos: A race to protect the syrmata
Syrmata, unique island buildings, are gaining protected status on Milos, with 52 of them already subject to use and modification restrictions.
Athens traffic disrupted by Tour of Hellas cycling event
Traffic restrictions are in place across Attica on Sunday due to the final day of the Tour of Hellas cycling race, sponsored by Public Power Corporation (PPC).
Seven economy-shielding axes
Gov’t intends to present a new framework for attracting more foreign direct investment.
Severe weather forecast for northern Greece starting Sunday
Heavy rain, thunderstorms and a sharp drop in temperatures are expected in northern and northeastern Greece starting Sunday afternoon, according to the National Meteorological Service.
Attiki Odos struggling with growing traffic load
Friday 4 was an ordinary day on Attiki Odos, but traffic delays began early, with congestion peaking at 25-30 minutes in both directions by midday – despite no accidents.
Focus on alternative tourism
In interviews with Italian media on Friday, Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni spoke about the importance of alternative forms of tourism, such as wine tourism, agritourism, yachting, luxury tourism and marinas.
Multinationals eye new PPC data center
PPC is in discussions with multinationals from the IT sector for participation in the large data center that it is planning in Western Macedonia.
Offering authentic experiences to demanding guests
Aspiring to make guests not “stay at the hotel,” but “stay at the experience,” Square Lime cooperates with hotel owners.
The real danger to the Sacred Rock
It wasn’t the first time that a film shoot had been slated for the Acropolis, involving a well-known director who booked the site for a few hours, very early in the morning.
Tickets and services
Increasing the entrance fee to Greek archaeological sites and museums may bring more revenue to the public treasury.
Survey: Doctors are great, but the system is failing
A new survey reveals deep dissatisfaction with Greece’s National Health System (ESY), though most citizens still turn to it for medical care. C
Effectiveness of bus lanes questioned
Chaotic scenes in Athens’ bus lanes have sparked renewed debate over traffic management as officials consider allowing taxis access to those dedicated lanes.
A waste of money?
I’m among those who believe that Greece’s ongoing defense procurements program is essential. I also believe that the changes – reforms, actually, if the term isn’t too frightening to some people – being introduced by the Defense Ministry are necessary if we want armed forces that are capable of doing their duty.
Imagining Greece: How tourism shaped a nation
Three months after the German invasion of Greece in 1941, a book was published in London by the British film critic, travel writer, and philhellene Dilys Powell.
Four charged with Turkish national’s murder in Kypseli
Four Turkish nationals have been charged in connection with the murder of a 39-year-old Turkish national in Athens’ Kypseli district on November 5 last year, police said. All suspects have fled the country.
Turkey’s Milliyet accuses ex-Greek PM of anti-Turkish ‘lobbying’ in the US
Turkey’s Milliyet newspaper has accused Alexis Tsipras, Greece’s former leftist prime minister, of engaging in anti-Turkish lobbying efforts in the United States.