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Experts warn of high fire risk after dry winter
Greek scientists are sounding the alarm ahead of the 2025 fire season, citing a persistently dry winter that has left forests and suburban green zones vulnerable.
Migrant return rules get tougher
The European Commission has proposed a new regulation aimed at tightening the bloc’s return procedures for migrants who reside illegally in the EU.
67-year-old arrested for allegedly killing 95-year-old father
A 67-year-old man has been arrested in the Aetolia-Acarnania region on suspicion of killing his 95-year-old father late Tuesday.
Greece leverages defense spending to underscore US alignment
Greece is stepping up efforts to underscore its strategic value to the United States, highlighting its role in Southeastern Europe and NATO’s southern flank, while reminding Washington that the US defense industry remains a key supplier to the Greek Armed Forces – not only for major platforms like the F-35 fighter jet, but also for a wide range of secondary systems.
The games of democratic Athens were as great as the Ancient Olympics
The Olympic Games immediately spring to mind when people think about sport in ancient Greece.
Athenian skies darken under Saharan dust dome
A dense dome of Saharan dust blanketed the Attica basin and southeastern Greece on Tuesday, creating a hazy atmosphere that is expected to intensify through Thursday, meteorologists said.
Turkey crackdown on Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu, Erdogan’s main rival
Jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is fighting a series of legal battles on charges of corruption, insulting officials and terrorism links amid a widening crackdown on the opposition in Turkey.
Greece bids farewell to veteran diplomat Petros Molyviatis
Draped in the Greek flag he served under throughout a storied career, the body of veteran diplomat and politician Petros Molyviatis arrived in Kifissia in northern Athens on Tuesday morning.
New corruption case rocks land registry
Greek authorities have uncovered a new corruption case within public land registry offices in Attica, following an investigation by the Internal Affairs Division of the Hellenic Police.
New loans in Cyprus jump to €658.2 million in March
New lending in Cyprus recorded a substantial increase in March, with pure new loans reaching 658.2 million euros, up significantly from €246.1 million in February, according to Central Bank of Cyprus data published on Tuesday.
Europe’s human rights watchdog urges Greece to end summary deportation of migrants
Greece was urged Tuesday to implement stronger legal safeguards at its borders and adopt a “zero-tolerance approach to summary returns” as reports of illegal deportations of migrants continue despite mounting international criticism. Michael O’Flaherty, the Council of Europe’s commissioner for human rights, issued the recommendations following a visit to Greece in February. “The commissioner is […]
Cruise industry charts a sustainable course at PSTF 2025
The 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum opened on Tuesday in Iraklio, marking a pivotal moment in Mediterranean cruise tourism.
Panathinaikos edges out Efes to make the Final Four
Panathinaikos held off Efes Anadolu in Game 5 of the Euroleague playoffs to join Olympiakos in the Abu Dhabi Final Four.
ATHEX: Bourse slips on German pretext
The Athens Exchange general index closed at 1,716.22 points, shedding 0.87%.
Innovation needs to start at home
Talk about Greece’s imperative need for innovation has been stirred up again in recent days by a flurry of announcements concerning new defense procurement plans and the buzz surrounding a major defense exhibition taking place on the outskirts of Athens.
Mahler: Symphony No 4 & Kindertotenlieder | Epidaurus | July 19
As part of the Athens Epidaurus Festival’s 70th anniversary, acclaimed Greek conductor Teodor Currentzis will lead the international ensemble Utopia in a rare classical concert at the Ancient Theater of Epidaurus
Measures with penalties
No measure to ensure legality at universities can be effective if it is not accompanied by penalties for the perpetrators, even for cases of mild delinquency that disrupt the daily life of the institution.
The man behind the Greek incubator for space
Dr Jorge Sanchez is one of the people who experienced the emergence of Greek innovation step by step.
Greece seeks to bolster Orthodox ties and regional role
Preserving the delicate balance between Athens, the Ecumenical Patriarchate and the Archdiocese of America was seen as one of the key objectives of Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis’ unusually long, four-day visit to Istanbul, which concluded on Saturday.