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Seismologists ‘concerned’ about Gulf of Corinth quake
Greek seismologists are expressing concern about the absence of post-seismic activity that should have followed a 4.8-magnitude earthquake that struck in the Gulf of Corinth at dawn on Tuesday.
Robbers hold up post office branch in Kalavryta
Two armed robbers stole about 1,000 euros from an ELTA post office branch in a village of Kalavryta, western Greece, on Tuesday morning, state-run broadcaster ERT reported.
Lower subsidy for more buyers of electric vehicles
The incentive for old vehicle withdrawal will remain and will even be strong.
Transnational military exercise begins in Thrace
A transnational military exercise named “Immediate Response-25” started in the northeastern region of Thrace on Monday.
Three men detained over murder of notary in Zakynthos
Police said Tuesday it had detained three men in connection with the murder of a notary on the island of Zakynthos, western Greece, last February.
Parents panic as schools close over streptococcus
Preventive school closures in Athens, Thessaloniki, Crete and Serres due to streptococcus infections have triggered widespread panic among parents, with pediatricians reporting nonstop phone calls from concerned families.
Saharan dust blankets Cretan capital
A remarkable 21 kilograms of Saharan dust per stremma (1,000 square meters) blanketed Iraklio, Crete, on Sunday, according to measurements by Kaloust Paragamian, director of the Institute of Speleological Research of Greece.
Ex-minister faces ND investigation request over Tempe railway disaster
The ruling New Democracy party is expected to submit a parliamentary investigation request within days targeting only former transport minister Kostas Karamanlis over the deadly Tempe train crash, government sources said Monday.
Corfu pole dancers found guilty
Two of the five dancers who sparked outrage with a pole dancing performance at Corfu’s historic Old Palace have been found guilty by a Greek court.
Government targets empty housing crisis
The government is exploring multiple measures to address the country’s housing crisis, including a potential “inactivity tax” on vacant properties and incentives to encourage landlords to rent out empty apartments.
More flights from Poland
Ukrainian carrier SkyUp is expanding its route network by launching direct flights from Poland to popular holiday destinations in Southern Europe.
Divorcing? There’s a coach for that
When Rachel Lindsay, the star of Season 13 of “The Bachelorette,” and Bryan Abasolo, the contestant she married, finalized their divorce in January, Abasolo took to Instagram to share the emotional toll of the split.
More ferry fare cuts to come
Coastal shipping companies Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways have announced discounts of up to 30% on ferry tickets.
Floating dock near Piraeus operational after upgrade
The floating dock Piraeus II at the Perama Ship Repair Zone is now fully operational, the Piraeus Port Authority (OLP) said on Monday.
Attica-Crete power link launched on trial basis
The operation of the Attica-Crete electrical interconnection, with the transfer of direct current electricity, was successfully launched on Saturday, the Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) announced on Monday.
Primary surplus overshoot in year’s first four months
Greece’s primary budget surplus stood at 5.15 billion euros in January-April 2025 against a target for a primary surplus of €1.97 billion and a primary surplus of €3.28 billion for the same period in 2024.
Desalination units arrive in Cyprus
Mobile desalination units from the United Arab Emirates arrived in Cyprus over the weekend.
Criticism without self-criticism
Every mature democracy needs former prime ministers and experienced politicians to openly express their views on the major issues.
ATHEX: Recovery for stocks amid volatility
Notably, the day’s turnover was quite respectable despite the holiday in the US and the UK.