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Maria Callas statue unveiled at UNESCO headquarters in Paris
A statue of legendary soprano Maria Callas, created by sculptor Nikos Floros, has been on display at UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris since Thursday.
Recruiting the market’s help against red tape
National Economy and Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis is launching an effort for his ministry and the State General Accounting Office to assume responsibility for simplifying procedures concerning economic activities, with the advice of the market too.
Police hunt armed robbery suspects after bank heist in western Greece
Police have launched a manhunt for at least two suspects involved in an armed robbery at a bank in the town of Katohi, near Messolongi, in western Greece.
From Crete to the global scene, through the Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum
The Gelasakis Group, a leading player in travel, maritime, and hospitality services, will once again participate at the Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum next month, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to the sector.
Hellenic American Union elects new president
The turbulent five-year period of successive interim administrations and legal disputes came to an end in HAU on Thursday.
Mitsotakis rules out early elections, criticizes ND ‘navel-gazing’
Faced with declining popularity for his conservative party and increasing criticism within its ranks, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis ruled out early elections on Friday.
Fox pup’s life in danger after fall in Kypseli
The life of a young fox pup found severely injured in the Kypseli area of central Athens is in jeopardy after it reportedly fell from a rock on a hill aptly named “Alepotrypa” (Fox Hole). The pup is currently being treated by ANIMA, the Hellenic Wildlife Care Association.
Tsipras criticizes Turkey’s opposition to power cable and F-35 sale during US event
Alexis Tsipras, currently in the United States, has criticized Turkey’s opposition to a planned undersea power cable between Greece and Cyprus, while also expressing his opposition to the potential sale of US-made F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, the former left-wing prime minister said in a social media post.
Multiple challenges for cruise tourism
The cruise industry faces multiple challenges that could potentially slow its growth.
Difficult April looms for Athens
April remains a critical month for Greece as it navigates key developments in its relations with Turkey and broader geopolitical issues.
18-tear-old struck by car in Argyroupoli, hospitalized in serious condition
An 18-year-old man was seriously injured late Thursday night after being struck by a passing car while attempting to cross the service road outside the Argyroupoli metro station in southern Athens. The vehicle was driven by a 19-year-old man.
Cyprus approves law enabling women to volunteer for military service
Cyprus’ parliament on Thursday approved legislation allowing women to volunteer for military service in a move officials said eliminates any gender bias over who can serve in the ethnically divided island’s National Guard.
Hooligans and Olympiakos chief in the dock
A total of 142 individuals will stand trial at the Three-Member Felony Court of Appeals for their involvement in a criminal organization linked to hooligan violence in the area of Renti in Athens which led to the murder in December 2023 of police officer Giorgos Lyggeridis, according to a judicial ruling released Thursday.
Turkey wants to negotiate to lift 10% additional US tariffs
Turkey wants to negotiate with the United States to lift the 10% additional tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, Trade Minister Omer Bolat said on Friday, adding these were the “best of the worst” given higher tariffs on many other countries.
Lanthimos’ ‘Bugonia’ abandons plans to film at the Acropolis
The production team behind maverick Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos’ upcoming sci-fi comedy “Bugonia” has officially abandoned efforts to film at the Athens Acropolis or any nearby archaeological site.
Diaspora soccer sensation follows his heart
His great-grandfather pursued a better life in the mines of Belgium. His grandfather nurtured a dream of the Greek national team. This is the story of a family that emigrated but never truly left its homeland.
Antisemitism row erupts in Parliament
A heated exchange erupted on Thursday during a parliament plenary session between Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis and Zoe Konstantopoulou, president of Course for Freedom (Plevsi Eleftherias).
US tariffs worry Greece, too
Trade war will benefit nobody, says Mitsotakis, while Stournaras warns of indirect effects.
Scuffles during PM visit to power plant in north
Minor scuffles broke out outside the Amyntaio Power Plant in northern Greece on Thursday, just before Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis arrived for a scheduled visit.
Disposable income boost ‘solution to housing problem’
The solution to the housing problem, Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos claimed on Thursday, will arise through a productive transformation of the economy in order to increase citizens’ disposable income.