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Ραντεβού | Appointment
The value of the Greek-American community
During his recent trip to the US, Defense Minister Nikos Dendias had the opportunity to highlight the role of Greek Americans as well as the importance of the ongoing close cooperation between the Greek and Jewish communities in the United States.
Government denies allegations of cover-up in Tempe disaster case
The government has strongly rejected opposition claims of a cover-up following the deadly train crash at Tempe in central Greece in late Februay, 2028.
Energy supply key for EU autonomy, FM Gerapetritis says
Europe cannot achieve autonomy without securing its energy supply, Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis said during a meeting in Riga with Latvian counterpart Baiba Braze.
ATHEX: Stock compass keeps pointing to the north
The Greek stock market left Monday’s decline behind it and rebounded on Tuesday.
A national trauma
The 2023 Tempe train disaster was not just a deadly accident. It is a national trauma which will remain open as long as justice is not served.
Greece inaugurates general consulate in Manchester
The inauguration ceremony of the General Consulate of Greece in Manchester took place on Tuesday, attended by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Giorgos Kotsiras.
Passage | Athens | To February 15
Artist Vasiliki Koskiniotou presents her exhibition “Passage” at the cafe of the National Archaeological Museum in Athens.
The story behind Greece’s royal farmland
Selected metal and wooden artifacts, along with elements of the historic mechanical equipment from the New Dairy in the former royal estate of Tatoi, are undergoing conservation as part of the Ministry of Culture’s initiative to establish permanent exhibitions showcasing the estate’s agricultural legacy.
Israeli mining magnate Steinmetz appeals Greek extradition order
Israeli mining magnate Beny Steinmetz has appealed a Greek court ruling ordering his extradition to Romania on an arrest warrant, his lawyer and sources have said.
EODY sends task force to Patras after meningitis death
EODY has deployed a task force to Patras following the death of a 20-year-old student from meningitis on Tuesday.
Abramovich used Cyprus to dodge millions in taxes, investigation finds
A massive tax evasion scheme tied to Roman Abramovich’s superyachts has been uncovered, shedding light on how the Russian billionaire exploited Cyprus’ offshore business environment.
Disturbed Soil | Athens | January 31 – March 29
Ikastikos Kiklos DL (6 Akadimias), in collaboration with DL Gallery, presents “Disturbed Soil,” a solo exhibition by Greek photographer Rea Papadopoulou
Elderly man arrested for masturbating in car outside Piraeus school
Police in Piraeus have arrested an 81-year-old man who was seen masturbating in his car that was parked outside a primary school.
University of Patras postpones exams after meningitis death
The University of Patras, following the death of a student from the Department of Management Science and Technology due to meningitis, announced on Tuesday that a series of measures will be implemented, including the postponement of exams scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday.
Turkey arrests talent manager over trying to overthrow the government
A Turkish court arrested a well-known talent manager over the charge of attempting to overthrow the government in an investigation connected to nationwide protests in 2013, a court document seen by Reuters showed.
What follows tragedy
The tragic train accident at Tempe should never have happened. But when it did, we realized that it was inevitable – that the series of mistakes and the systemic dysfunction and recklessness which it uncovered would have led to something like this at some point.
Greek Eurovision entry drawn to perform in second semi-final
Greece’s entry in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest will perform in the first half of the second semi-final of the event, which will take place in Basel, Switzerland, on May 15.
Surrealism | Athens | February 4
Join Professor Effie Rentzou of Princeton University for a lecture on surrealism’s global impact and enduring relevance at the American School for Classical Studies (9 Anapiron Polemou).
Man arrested for breaking into cars in hospital parking lot in Crete
A 50-year-old man was arrested after security staff at PAGNI Hospital in Iraklion, Crete, caught him attempting to break into a vehicle in the hospital’s parking lot.
B&E Goulandris Foundation to host olive oil tasting event in English
An olive oil tasting event inspired by a Vincent van Gogh’s painting and guided by a leading chef will be offered at the Athens museum’s café-restaurant next month