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Gov’t to tighten immigration laws, says migration minister
Migration Minister Makis Voridis has announced that a new bill aimed at tightening country’s immigration framework will be submitted in May and will introduce stricter measures for migrants who remain in the country illegally after being denied asylum.
Mitsotakis congratulates Merz on election as German chancellor
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis congratulated Friedrich Merz on his election as Chancellor of Germany.
Survey reveals deep public distrust in Greek rail safety
A new survey conducted by the research platform People of Greece has revealed overwhelming public concern about railway safety in the country, with two out of three Greeks saying they would be very worried if a family member were to travel by train from Athens to Thessaloniki.
Greece aims to boost domestic defense industry’s role, Dendias says
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias said that Greece aims for its domestic defense industry to participate in national procurement programs during a speech at DEFEA 2025 (Defense Exhibition Athens).
Birdsong, a soundtrack for life
A few nights before Mom died, my brother, sister and I lay in bed with her, doorman and women of her soul, for we knew she was going to go but not when and we wanted to be there at the threshold when she did.
Hyperhidrosis | Athens | To July 4
The Museum of Modern Greek Culture (mnep.gr) and ATOPOS cvc x Office of Watery Affairs present the art exhibition “Hyperhidrosis: Sweating Together” at the Bathhouse of the Winds (8 Kyrristou) in Plaka.
Turkish support firms for jailed mayor Imamoglu vs Erdogan, polls show
Popular support for Ekrem Imamoglu, the Istanbul mayor whose arrest sparked Turkey’s largest protests in a decade, has risen further above President Tayyip Erdogan since he was detained and jailed in March, opinion polls show.
Convicted pedophile teacher arrested after long manhunt
A 63-year-old man convicted of sexually abusing minors with disabilities was arrested on Saturday in Examilia, Corinth, following a targeted operation by police.
Huawei presents new digital tools in Athens
Technology giant Huawei showcased new digital solutions based on real-life industry scenarios at its Enterprise Roadshow in Glyfada last week.
Coast guard bans jet skis along Attica’s residential coast during peak hours
The coast guard has announced a ban on jet skis and other similar privately owned or rented watercraft along the residential coastal areas of Attica during peak hours.
Police release photos of suspects linked to Thessaloniki bank explosion
Police have released the names and photos of two individuals in relation to the deadly explosion that occurred early Saturday morning outside a bank in central Thessaloniki, including that of the woman killed in the blast.
Ancient Greek text identified in charred Herculaneum scroll using AI and X-rays
A scroll carbonized in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago has been identified as a philosophical work by the Greek Epicurean thinker Philodemus, the Guardian has reported.
Donald Trump’s mental collages
Donald Trump’s superweapon is that he creates so much noise around himself (“flooding the zone with shit,” as Steve Bannon, America’s ultra-right guru and a fan of Trump puts it) that no one can deal with the latest provocation, nor even understand what is going on.
Mitsotakis to meet Sisi on Wednesday
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is expected to visit Greece on Wednesday for a meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Americans abroad must defend themselves
In just 100 days, US President Donald Trump has confirmed all the dire warnings Democrats raised during last year’s presidential campaign.
Police dismantle corruption ring in land registry offices across Attica
Police have carried out an operation in eight land registry offices across the Attica region, targeting a suspected corruption ring.
Turkish port participates at Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum.
Marmaris Cruise Port is participating for the first time in the Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum, which kicked off in Iraklio on Tuesday, as the Turkish port seeks to promote its offerings as a premier cruise destination, strengthen relationships with industry partners and showcase its expertise in turnaround operations.
Piraeus Bank posts higher Q1 profit, sees minor impact from US tariffs
Piraeus Bank reported higher quarterly net earnings on Tuesday on strong fee income and said it does not expect a significant impact from US tariffs.
Prosecutor orders review of ex-defense minister’s acquittal
A top prosecutor has requested the annulment of a court decision acquitting former defense minister Giannos Papantoniou and two co-defendants of alleged bribery in a major money laundering case.
US greenlights Lockheed Martin contract for Greece’s F-35 tech support
The US Department of Defense has greenlit a $17.2 million contract with defence contractor Lockheed Martin to provide engineering and technical support for Greece’s inclusion into the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program, marking a significant step in strengthening NATO’s southeastern flank.