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Kavala Port Authority relocates commercial operations to Filippos B port
The Kavala Port Authority announced the suspension of loading and unloading activities at the port of Keramoti, relocating them to the commercial port Filippos B in the area of Nea Karvali.
Executives of British tour operators visit Naxos
The promotion of the island of Naxos as an ideal sustainable tourism destination for the British market was the aim of the familiarization trip (fam trip) organized by the UK & Ireland National Tourism Organization, with the participation of four executives of British tour operators on the island.
Tourism season all year round
The particularly positive first half of 2024 in terms of tourism arrivals and receipts is a result of broader changes in the preferences of the country’s visitors – preferences that extend beyond the classic sun and sea product in search of unique destinations and experiences.
Amid escalating tensions, Greece evacuates citizens from Lebanon
Under the watchful eye of Greek military chief General Dimitrios Choupis, 22 Greek nationals disembarked from a Hellenic Air Force C-130 at Elefsina on Thursday, following their evacuation from Beirut.
Win for Reds over Braga, disappointment for PAOK and Panathinaikos
Greece’s teams had mixed fortunes in Europe on Thursday.
Christodoulides, Tatar informal dinner confirmed
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and Turkish Cypriot leader Ersin Tatar will meet for dinner in New York on October 15, a UN spokesman says.
Pursuing diplomacy, while modernizing our defenses
Iran’s attack against Israel on Tuesday with 180 missiles – most of which were intercepted by the Israeli Iron Dome and other additional antiballistic systems – showed how useful and urgently needed such an advanced defense system is.
Enhancing accessibility at ancient site of Phaistos
The Culture Ministry is set to transform visitor experiences at the Bronze Age archaeological site of Phaistos on the island of Crete, reflecting a commitment to accessibility and modernization.
Revitalization of historic Arsakeio Arcade under way
The reconstruction of the historic Arsakeio Arcade in the heart of Athens is in full swing, transforming it into a high-end gastronomic destination.
Turkey vows to ‘prevent abuse of cooperation efforts’ in Mediterranean, Aegean Sea
Turkey’s National Security Council convened on Thursday under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
The Funny Greek | Athens | October 7-8
Greek-Canadian comedian Angelo Tsarouchas, known as “The Funny Greek,” returns to Athens for two nights at Gagarin 205 (205 Liosion) with his latest stand-up special, “Skits & Wits.”
ATHEX: Hope for rise in index after heavy selling
The state has completed the sale of a 10% stake in National Bank, and the Greek stock market can now revert to its normal mode.
Filters against addiction
Social media are easily demonized for everything, and especially for the disorders and violent behavior of teenagers. Restricting the use of these platforms is not a panacea but it is necessary, as their purpose is to transfix their users.
Teachers lead hirings, study finds
Teachers were the profession with the highest number of hirings in Greece during 2015-23, according to a Eurobank study.
SYRIZA drops to fifth place, new poll shows
A recent MRB poll shows main opposition SYRIZA dropping to fifth place ahead of the upcoming leadership election at PASOK, which is firmly in second place.
Collision between car and bus in central Greece leaves one dead
A collision between a car and an intercity bus on the Lamia-Stylida road in central Greece on Thursday left one person dead and one injured.
Skyros opts for tradition over tourism development
Skyros island’s local council has unanimously rejected a proposed urban development plan that includes expanding tourism infrastructure with marinas and cruise ship docks.
Progress against Alzheimer’s
Two Alzheimer’s drugs, lecanemab and donanemab, have been approved in the US. At a recent gathering organized by the Goulandris Foundation and the Hellenic Initiative Against Alzheimer’s, new research on lecanemab was presented.
Kasselakis takes to social media to rally support ahead of SYRIZA congress
In a renewed effort to reclaim the leadership of the leftist opposition, former SYRIZA president Stefanos Kasselakis called on his supporters on Thursday to register as party members in order to vote for delegates ahead of the upcoming congress.