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Greece completes transition to National Cadastre with closure of last land registry office
The Ministry of Digital Governance has announced the closure of Greece’s last remaining land registry office, located on the island of Rhodes, marking a historic milestone in the country’s transition to a unified National Cadastre system.
Cyprus fund to support local startups
33East, a Cyprus-based venture capital firm, announced the launch of its inaugural fund with a first close of 26 million euros.
Farmers threaten action over EU subsidy distortions
Greek farmers are up in arms and threatening action after a recent study by the National Union of Agricultural Cooperatives (ETHEAS) revealed significant distortions in the distribution of European Union subsidies during the first year of the revised Common Agricultural Policy plan (2023-27).
Bill aims to overhaul governance of National Gallery
The Greek Ministry of Culture has unveiled a draft omnibus bill designed to reform and update the governance of the National Gallery-Alexandros Soutsos Museum in Athens. The bill was released for public consultation on Friday and will remain open until February 2.
Lampsa SA joins Accor’s Emblems Collection to transform Elatos Resort
Lampsa SA, a leading name in the Greek hospitality industry, has partnered with the Emblems Collection, the new high-end collection brand of the Accor Group, for the management of the conversion of Elatos Resort located on Mount Parnassus in Central Greece, set to become Elatos Resort, Emblems Collection.
Defense minister starts US visit
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias is the first Greek official to visit the United States following the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Dendias, who left Athens Tuesday, will first visit the artillery base at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, known, among other things, for its counter-drone systems.
United Group launches €120 mln green energy initiative in Bulgaria
United Group, the parent company of Greek telecom supplier Nova, on Tuesday announced a major new initiative for the production of green electrical energy in Bulgaria, with an initial investment of 120 million euros.
Greece in the Trump era
Greece, along with the rest of the world, is waiting for the new US Administration to start planning and implementing its foreign and security policies.
Naxatras | Athens | February 14
Greek psychedelic rock band Naxatras will mark the 10th anniversary of their iconic self-titled debut with a special concert on Valentine’s Day, at Gagarin 205 (205 Liosion).
ATHEX: Bourse index makes it six in a row
Athinon Avenue enjoyed one more day of price growth on Tuesday, the sixth in succession.
Pedestrian and dog fatally struck by motorbike during walk
A pedestrian and his dog, who were out for a walk, were killed after being struck by a motorbike in northern Athens on Tuesday night, state broadcaster ERT has reported.
Europe must seek ‘mutually beneficial solutions’ post-Trump, Mitsotakis says
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Donald Trump’s election has pushed Europe to move beyond rhetoric and take action, but stressed it would not be in opposition to the US.
Commission wants pan-EU rules for innovative firms to leverage EU single market
The European Commission wants to dissuade innovative start-up firms from moving to the US to grow by creating rules that would allow them to easily operate across the 27-nation European Union, the head of the Commission said on Tuesday.
Fire at commercial facility near Piraeus reported ‘under control’
A fire broke out at a commercial facility in Renti, near Piraeus, on Tuesday night, with authorities confirming there was no risk of the blaze spreading.
What next for US-EU trade ties after Trump’s complaints about deficit?
US President Donald Trump has promised to address a longstanding trade deficit with the European Union, saying he will reverse that by imposing tariffs or making the EU buy more US oil and gas.
Health minister proposes plan to reduce wait times at EOPYY pharmacies
Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis unveiled a plan to reduce wait times at state-run pharmacies (EOPYY, the National Organization for Healthcare Services Provision) by distributing certain high-cost medications through local pharmacies, hiring additional pharmacists and expanding a home-delivery program for patients with chronic illnesses.
Turkish president declares national mourning for ski resort fire
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has declared 24 hours of national mourning following a devastating fire at a hotel in the Kartalkaya ski resort in Bolu province, northwestern Turkey, which claimed at least 66 lives and injured 51 others.
Aaaaa,aa | Athens | To February 28
The Cypher gallery (1 Lefkados) debuts Greek artist Eleni Tomadaki’s first solo exhibition, “Aaaaa,aa,” curated by Ioanna Gerakidi
Greek singer Marinella discharged after stroke
Renowned Greek singer Marinella, 86, has been discharged from Hygeia Hospital after a four-month recovery from a severe stroke suffered during a concert at the Herodion Theater.