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Earthquake shakes eastern Turkey, no casualties reported
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 struck eastern Turkey’s Malatya province on Wednesday, the country’s disaster and emergency management authority (AFAD) said, adding that there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.
New Left dismisses media report on members considering return to SYRIZA
New Left, a splinter party from SYRIZA, has denied media reports suggesting that some members are considering a return to the main opposition party.
Titan joins forces with Terna Energy on waste management
The access to the production and use of alternative green fuels is the main lure for the participation of the Titan Group in waste management.
Turkey reiterates call for ‘comprehensive’ solution to disputes with Greece
Turkey has reiterated its call for a comprehensive resolution to its disputes with Greece, covering not only maritime boundaries – specifically the continental shelf and exclusive economic zones (EEZ) – but also broader issues, including the demilitarization and sovereignty of eastern Aegean islands.
Reimagine Tourism in Greece – Live Stream – Day 2
Welcome to the second day of the second annual summit, “Reimagine Tourism in Greece,” an initiative by Kathimerini and its partners aimed at promoting sustainable tourism in the country.
Three injured in youth basketball brawl in western Athens
Three people were injured during a brawl at a youth basketball game on Tuesday evening in Agios Ioannis Renti, western Athens.
At UN dinner, Cypriot leaders agree to meet again soon
Greek and Turkish Cypriot leaders met on Tuesday in New York for informal talks hosted by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and agreed to meet again soon to discuss discuss “the way forward” on stalled reunification talks.
Four migrants dead, 27 rescued off Kos island
Greece rescued 27 migrants and recovered the bodies of four dead people after their boat sank close to the island of Kos, the Greek coast guard said on Tuesday night.
Construction curbs outside zoning areas
In a significant move to regulate construction and protect Greece’s islands and settlements, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced new restrictions on building outside designated zoning areas.
Officer, banker, businessman linked in €35 mln fraud
Αuthorities are investigating a €35 million “missing trader fraud” case involving a Thessaloniki businessman, a bank executive and a police officer.
Major rise in domestic gas consumption
Domestic gas consumption increased by 25.16% in the first nine months of 2024, according to National Natural Gas System Operator SA (DESFA) data, while exports decreased by 95.45%. In the first nine months of the year, natural gas consumption reached 47.65 terawatt hours (TWh) from 38.07 TWh in the corresponding period for 2023.
Midterm budget plan submitted
Greece submitted its Medium-Term Draft Budgetary Plan (DBP) for 2025-2028 to the European Commission on Tuesday, within deadline, the National Economy and Finance Ministry said.
How Israel’s army uses Palestinians as human shields in Gaza
After Israeli soldiers found Mohammed Shubeir hiding with his family in early March, they detained him for roughly 10 days before releasing him without charge, he said.
Cyprus to launch its own satellite
Cyprus is making strides in space technology as the Cyprus Space Research and Innovation Center (C-SpaRC) prepares to unveil its first satellite, set for launch in 2026.
Brussels airlines expands year-round flights to Greece
Brussels Airlines will operate flights to Greece throughout the year. Until recently, the Belgian airline offered seasonal flights during the summer. However, due to increased demand for travel between Greece and Brussels year-round, the airline has decided to expand its schedule.
Bank of Greece identifies systematically important institutions for 2025
The credit institutions that are considered systemically important and the safety reserve that each of them must have for 2025 has been determined by a decision of the Bank of Greece.
Germany’s occupation of Greece and the lingering question of reparations and a forced loan
A few days ago, on October 12th, Athens celebrated 80 years since the liberation of the city from a brutal Nazi German occupation that left its mark not just on Athens, but on all of Greece.
Greens lose in Paris, while Reds beat Armani Milano
Both Greek teams in the Euroleague are now on a 2-1 record, as Olympiakos saw off Armani Milano in Piraeus and Panathinaikos went down at new boys Paris Basketball on Tuesday.
ATHEX: Bourse snaps losing streak on Tuesday
The Greek stock market appeared on Tuesday to escape the downward spiral it has been in almost throughout this month.