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University of York eyes expansion in Greece, Mitsotakis says
As part of his regular weekly review, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlighted the University of York’s interest in opening a branch in Greece, following his government’s passage of a 2024 law allowing the establishment of private universities.
Fire in North Macedonia night club leaves several dead, media reports say
A fire in a night club in Kocani town in North Macedonia early on Sunday has left dozens of people either dead or injured, local media reports said.
Topographies in Flux | Athens | To March 29
London-born and Cyprus-bred Christos Michaelides’ solo exhibition, “Topographies in Flux,” at the a.antonopoulou.art gallery (20 Aristofanous) explores shifting landscapes, memory and loss through a blend of expressive and precise markings
Traffic accident in western Athens leaves one dead
A traffic accident in the early hours of Sunday in Peristeri, western Athens, claimed the life of a taxi driver and left a woman seriously injured.
Buzzing from the rooftops: Athens’ urban apiarists
From the rooftop of an apartment building in Ilioupoli, on the slopes of Mount Hymettus (Ymittos), you can see the whole of Athens from one end to the other. For bees, though, this sea of concrete is a vast garden brimming with flowers of every kind.
Trump’s tariff threat rattles Greek wine market
Greek winemakers are bracing for potential disruptions after US President Donald Trump threatened a 200% tariff on European alcoholic beverages, including wines.
The toxic dust of violence
The decision by the management of the National Gallery to keep the traces of the attack by ultraconservative Niki party lawmaker Nikolaos Papadopoulos on four works by artist Christophoros Katsadiotis visibly carries strong symbolic meaning.
NTUA launches first tuition-based Master’s program
The National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) is breaking with tradition by launching its first-ever tuition-based master’s program. The Senate’s decision marks a symbolic shift, as the NTUA previously prohibited such programs.
Aegean expands Airbus fleet further
Aegean Airlines is taking another step in expanding its fleet by ordering eight additional A321neo aircraft.
A good president
The question of whether Konstantinos Tasoulas will be a good president is almost trivial. Of course, he will – just as all his predecessors were.
Women have heart risks too
One in three female deaths worldwide is due to cardiovascular disease, debunking myths that heart conditions primarily affect men.
From Mati to Tempe, nothing has changed
How is the Tempe rail disaster of 2023 different from the deadly wildfire in Mati in 2018? The first resulted in 57 deaths, the second in 104.
Citizens’ safety a top priority, says new Shipping Minister
Vassilis Kikilias, the newly appointed Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, emphasized that citizens’ safety is a top priority during the ministry’s handover ceremony.
An opportunity
Cabinet reshuffles are rarely as politically charged as yesterday’s was. Nearly halfway through its four-year term, the government has a real opportunity for a fresh start.
Firefighters battle blaze at Halkida factory, smoke alert issued
A fire has broken out at a storage facility in Halkida, on the island of Evia, prompting authorities to issue a 112 emergency alert on Saturday night.
Extortion racket head wanted by Turkish police arrested in Athens
A 29-year-old man wanted by Turkish authorities was arrested in Athens on Friday, Greek police reported.
An escape clause from what?
In normal circumstances, the usual objections to the idea of joint borrowing in the European Union and the issuance of a European bond hinder the further integration of the bloc, but they have a certain logic.
Power grids on 10 islands being bolstered ahead of summer rush
The Public Power Corporation (PPC) is planning to boost capacity on 10 islands, including Crete ahead of the summer season and the increased demand for electricity due to tourism.
Greece watches warily as Turkey seeks greater influence in Europe
In a strikingly assertive tone, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has recently reiterated the urgency of his country’s accession to the European Union.