The three police officers who failed to arrest a drunk driver who later caused a fatal traffic accident that claimed the life of a 22-year-old man in Hania, Crete, on Saturday, have been suspended from duty.

Versatile Greek singer Rena Morfi, known for her electrifying stage presence, is set to headline festivals organized by the Greek communities of Melbourne and New South Wales (NSW) in Australia this February, organizers announced on Wednesday.

Bulgaria’s Rosen Zhelyazkov, the candidate for prime minister of the largest parliamentary group, has accepted the president’s invitation to form a government, following a snap election in October, the seventh in four years.

Vassilis Nedos, Kathimerini’s diplomatic and defense editor, joins Thanos Davelis to look into Greece’s engagement with the broader Middle East, from key players like Saudi Arabia and Egypt, to countries like Lebanon that are looking to rebuild.

President Tayyip Erdogan has warned that Turkey had the power and ability to “crush” all terrorists in Syria, including Islamic State and Kurdish militants, while urging all countries to “take their hands off” Syria.

Greece has achieved a global milestone in reducing antisemitism, according to data from the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Global 100 study, regarded as the most comprehensive international survey on antisemitic trends.

A 45-year-old man, accused of causing the fatal traffic accident in Hania that claimed the life of a 22-year-old, was remanded in custody on Wednesday following his testimony.

Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou released a statement on Wednesday following the announcement of Kostas Tasoulas’ candidacy by Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

A new contactless payment system, “tap2ride,” launches on Wednesday, enabling passengers to use bank cards to board all public transport modes of the Athens Urban Transport Organization (OASA).

The new Microcredit Fund will offer low-cost financing to very small businesses of up to 10 people from January 27.

The President of the Hellenic Republic, elected by Parliament every five years, serves as the head of state, although the role is largely ceremonial.

Left-wing opposition parties criticized Prime Minister Mitsotakis on Wednesday for nominating Parliament Speaker Konstantinos Tasoulas for Greek president, accusing him of breaking the tradition of selecting a nonpartisan candidate.

In a week’s time we will know whether Donald Trump upheld his “promise” to shock and awe the world on the first day of his second presidency.

High-ranking police officials in Hania on the island of Crete are expected to face transfers and disciplinary action after their handling of a fatal car crash on January 11 came under review.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced his nomination of Parliament Speaker Konstantinos Tasoulas for Greek president in a prerecorded address on Wednesday.

Skaramangas Shipbuilding has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with British advanced maritime technology company SubSea Craft (SSC).

Issue of 10-year debt fetched 4 bln euros after gathering offers 10 times higher in total.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is scheduled to meet with President Katerina Sakellaropoulou at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday to inform her of the individual he intends to nominate for the Greek presidency

Wednesday sees the start of the submission of applications for the “My Home II” program.

Passengers in Greece can expect a 15% hike in ferry ticket prices, driven by new EU environmental regulations aimed at curbing Mediterranean emissions.