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Corruption: The one problem in Greece
In the period 2010-15, those of us living abroad were treated to a particularly discriminatory attitude from residents of other countries
EU seeks unity in first strike back at Trump tariffs
European Union countries will seek to present a united front in the coming days against US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, likely approving a first set of targeted countermeasures on up to $28 billion of US imports from dental floss to diamonds.
Woman arrested in Crete after €10,000 in home thefts
A 29-year-old woman was arrested Saturday in the southern city of Ierapetra, Crete, in connection with two home thefts, police said.
Airlines offer 4.6% more capacity to Greece this season
Despite the decline in consumer confidence in key markets for Greek tourism, Europeans’ willingness to travel to Greece remains strong.
Key dates for Greece’s primary budget surplus
Eurostat is expected to publish its final estimates of Greece’s primary budget surplus on April 22.
Trump’s baseline tariff plays to Turkey’s advantage, vice president says
The relatively low 10% baseline tariff that the United States has applied to Turkey could favor Turkish exporters, Turkey’s vice president told broadcaster CNN Turk on Saturday.
Two arrested in attempted burglary at TV presenter’s home
Police responded to an attempted burglary early Sunday morning at the home of a well-known TV presenter in the northern Athenian neighborhood of Vrilissia.
Terry Vakirtzoglou | Athens | April 9
Greek jazz vocalist and composer Terry Vakirtzoglou presents her new project “Permanthea” in concert at the Half Note Jazz Club (17 Trivonianou) on April 9.
PM comments on defense and trade amid global economic tensions
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed his government’s commitment to safeguarding the country’s economy amidst global economic instability, following US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on European products.
Igor Levit | Athens | April 9
Renowned German pianist Igor Levit performs at the Athens Concert Hall (115 Vassilis Sofias), showcasing German classical and romantic repertoire, including Liszt’s piano transcription of Beethoven’s “Eroica” symphony.
ECB’s Schnabel says ‘dramatic surge’ in uncertainty may get worse
The euro zone economy’s long standing structural headwinds have been exacerbated by a surge in uncertainty which may get even worse in the wake of US trade tariffs, European Central Bank policy maker Isabel Schnabel said on Saturday.
Milos: A race to protect the syrmata
Syrmata, unique island buildings, are gaining protected status on Milos, with 52 of them already subject to use and modification restrictions.
Athens traffic disrupted by Tour of Hellas cycling event
Traffic restrictions are in place across Attica on Sunday due to the final day of the Tour of Hellas cycling race, sponsored by Public Power Corporation (PPC).
Seven economy-shielding axes
Gov’t intends to present a new framework for attracting more foreign direct investment.
Severe weather forecast for northern Greece starting Sunday
Heavy rain, thunderstorms and a sharp drop in temperatures are expected in northern and northeastern Greece starting Sunday afternoon, according to the National Meteorological Service.
Attiki Odos struggling with growing traffic load
Friday 4 was an ordinary day on Attiki Odos, but traffic delays began early, with congestion peaking at 25-30 minutes in both directions by midday – despite no accidents.
Focus on alternative tourism
In interviews with Italian media on Friday, Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni spoke about the importance of alternative forms of tourism, such as wine tourism, agritourism, yachting, luxury tourism and marinas.
Multinationals eye new PPC data center
PPC is in discussions with multinationals from the IT sector for participation in the large data center that it is planning in Western Macedonia.
Offering authentic experiences to demanding guests
Aspiring to make guests not “stay at the hotel,” but “stay at the experience,” Square Lime cooperates with hotel owners.
The real danger to the Sacred Rock
It wasn’t the first time that a film shoot had been slated for the Acropolis, involving a well-known director who booked the site for a few hours, very early in the morning.