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Hellenic Center in London showcasing local talent
The Hellenic Center in London is showcasing the work of two contemporary visual artists, Rena Papaspyrou from Greece and Cyprus’ Maria Loizidou, who explore the modern city and the concept of belonging, combining experience with fantasy, through the perspective of their respective generations.
Care center for disabled children being investigated for abuse
An investigation was launched on Tuesday into the living conditions at a care facility for disabled children in Thessaloniki, northern Greece.
Cargo ship rescues 81 migrants off southern Peloponnese
A Panamanian-flagged cargo ship brought 81 men, women and children safely to shore in Kalamata in the southwestern Peloponnese on Sunday.
Online guide for parents to control content kids consume to be announced
Tech-shy parents in Greece will soon be able to access a comprehensive and easy guide on how to monitor and control the content their children are exposed to online.
The EU needs ‘financial fuel’ to boost its GDP
The collaboration between Alpha Bank and UniCredit ensures extroversion and access to better products and services for Greek businesses.
Diaspora and the seeds of memory
Greeks here in Greece tend to peer quizzically at their compatriots who now live abroad, especially if they left several decades ago. Their eyes wander, they search for recognition in the eyes of those with whom they are reunited.
Tips below 300 euros per month will not be taxed
Monthly tips of up to 300 euros for employees in cafes and restaurants will not be taxed, the Finance ministry announced on Tuesday when it unveiled changes to Greece’s taxation laws.
EU energy ministers discuss Ukraine energy crisis, Russian LNG
EU energy ministers met in Luxembourg on Tuesday to discuss the bloc’s rising Russian LNG imports, Ukraine’s energy shortages ahead of winter and how to balance energy prices across member states, officials said.
Man caught by hidden camera sexually abusing bedridden woman
A 56-year-old man in central Greece was charged with rape after he was caught on camera abusing a bedridden elderly womanwivth dementia, state-run broadcaster ERT reported Tuesday.
Man arrested with explosives seen as arms ‘courier’ for criminals
A 39-year-old man arrested in central Athens last week for carrying explosives in his rented car is believed to be a kind of “courier” for the criminal underworld, sources from the security police have said.
Hive of doubt: Beekeepers battle drought and fraud
Honey fraud is a major issue in Europe, with concerns growing over counterfeit honey products. In Greece, where honey production is expected to dive due to drought, experts are raising the alarm over the prevalence of adulterated honey on the market.
Major US funds in Attica Bank’s capital increase
Two major US investment funds are expected to participate in Attica Bank’s share capital increase, which takes place from October 21 to 30 and aims to raise 672.2 million euros.
January key for Athens-Ankara talks
January is shaping up to be a decisive month for Greek-Turkish relations, as high-level talks between Athens and Ankara continue to explore potential common ground.
Gerapetritis-Fidan meeting scheduled for November 8
A meeting between Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan will be held in Athens on November 8, Greek diplomatic sources said Tuesday.
Quest Group buys out Benrubi SA
Quest Holdings has signed an agreement for the acquisition of 70% of Benrubi SA, permitting it to enter the wholesale business of electrical and household appliances, which has remarkable profit margins.
Plan for a €1 bln data center
The new investment consortium of Dromeus Capital and Apto, PIMCO’s vehicle in the field of data centers, is making its first investment in the sector at Spata in eastern Attica.
Erdogan’s Balkan tour
Last week Turkish President Erdogan set out on a tour of the Balkans, visiting Albania and Serbia. The tour kicked off in Albania, with Erdogan gifting a number of drones and inaugurating the largest mosque in the Balkans - which was funded by Turkey.
Dendias’ meeting with Saudi counterpart postponed
A planned meeting between Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias and his Saudi counterpart Prince Khalid bin Salman on Tuesday was postponed, the Greek ministry said in a statement on Monday night.
Conviction sought for founder of children’s charity in abuse case
The legal battle surrounding the Ark of the World charity organization is entering a critical phase after an Athens court prosecutor on Monday requested the conviction of its founder, Father Antonios Papanikolaou, for five charges related to physical abuse at the organization’s facilities.
Trapper sentenced to two years in prison for ordering cannabis online
A well-known trap artist from Thessaloniki has been sentenced to two years in prison, suspended for three years, after ordering 500 grams of cannabis during the Covid-19 lockdown.