Greece Ranks Second in Blue Flags Among 52 Countries
Greece has secured the second position globally in the prestigious Blue Flag awards, with 652 sites recognised among 52 countries. This year, Greece's award-winning beaches exceeded 600, reflecting a...
View ArticleGreece Achieves Remarkable Low in Early School Leavers, Among Lowest in EU
Greece has achieved a significant milestone in reducing the number of early school leavers, with only 3.7% of young people aged 18-24 leaving education and training early in 2023, according to recent...
View ArticleSYRIZA-PS Leader Stefanos Kasselakis Concludes Visit to Palestine
Stefanos Kasselakis, the President of SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance (SYRIZA-PS), concludes his visit to Palestine today. Yesterday, Kasselakis visited the Al-Aida refugee camp near Bethlehem, where he...
View ArticleGreek Cup Final Marred by Chaos: Referee Stephanie Frappart Escorted by Police
In a dramatic conclusion to the Greek Cup final, pioneering referee Stephanie Frappart was escorted off the pitch by police following intense confrontations. Frappart, known for being the first woman...
View ArticleChinese Students Perform Ancient Greek Song at Chengdu-European Cultural Season
Nine Chinese schoolgirls captivated an audience with their rendition of the ancient Greek "Seikilos Epitaph," the oldest surviving complete musical composition, at the Chengdu-European Cultural Season....
View ArticlePresident Sakellaropoulou Awards Shipowner Panagiotis Laskaridis with Grand...
At a distinguished ceremony held today at the Presidential Palace, President Katerina Sakellaropoulou awarded the Order of the Grand Cross of the Order of Honour to shipowner Panagiotis Laskaridis. In...
View ArticleMetropolitan Gerasimos Responds to Controversy Over Funeral of 17-Year-Old...
Metropolitan Gerasimos of Petra and Chersonissos has addressed the backlash following his decision not to perform the usual funeral rites for 17-year-old Nikoleta in Crete, which sparked widespread...
View ArticlePanathinaikos Fans Celebrate EuroLeague Victory with Triumphant Welcome
Thousands of Panathinaikos fans turned out to greet the European champions as they returned to Athens, creating an unforgettable celebration at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport and OAKA Stadium. Epic...
View ArticleMajor Fire Erupts in Central Piraeus
A significant fire has erupted in the heart of Piraeus, just a few streets away from the Town Hall. The blaze has created a plume of smoke visible across the surrounding area, raising concerns about...
View ArticleTsitsipas Advances to Second Round of Roland Garros
Stefanos Tsitsipas successfully navigated a challenging first-round match at Roland Garros, defeating Marton Fucsovics in straight sets. Despite facing difficulties in the initial sets and overcoming a...
View ArticleGreece to Deport Foreign Students Engaged in Anti-Israel Protests
In response to escalating protests against Israel on university campuses, the Greek government has announced the deportation of nine foreign students from the United Kingdom and European Union member...
View ArticleEcumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Calls for Orthodoxy to Address Modern...
In a message screened at the 4th Archon International Conference yesterday, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew emphasised the need for Orthodoxy to address modern challenges by prioritising the...
View ArticleGreeceās Best Yoga Destinations in 2024
With its stunning natural landscapes, idyllic beaches, and rich cultural heritage, Greece has become a sought-after destination for yoga enthusiasts seeking transformative experiences and deep...
View ArticleConstruction Activity in Greece Surges 75.6% in February
Greece saw a significant surge in private construction activity in February, with a 75.6% increase in volume compared to the same month last year, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority...
View ArticleGreece to Unveil AI Application for Tourists Next Monday
Greece is set to enhance its digital governance with the launch of an AI application for tourists, announced Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou. Speaking at the annual "Shaping the...
View ArticleFirst Exploratory Drilling in Eastern Mediterranean Expected by Early 2026
The first exploratory drilling in the Eastern Mediterranean is projected to commence between late 2025 and early 2026, according to Environment and Energy Minister Theodoros Skylakakis. He made this...
View ArticleWreck of Freighter 'Mini Lord' Discovered in Megara Gulf
The sunken freighter "Mini Lord" has been located in the Megara Gulf, resting at a depth of 222 metres, approximately 7.67 nautical miles east of the Corinth Canal. Researcher Kostas Thoktaridis,...
View ArticleGreece's Bathing Water Among Europe's Best: 95.8% Rated Excellent in 2023
According to the latest figures released by the European Environmental Agency (EEA) and the European Commission, 95.8% of bathing sites in Greece were rated as having excellent water quality in 2023....
View ArticleEuropa Conference League Final: Hellenic Police Implement Strict Security and...
The Hellenic Police unveiled comprehensive security and traffic measures for tonight's UEFA Europa Conference League final at the OPAP Arena in Athens. The match, scheduled for 22:00, will see...
View ArticleGreece Among Lowest in EU Family Benefits Expenditure in 2021
In 2021, Greece ranked among the lowest in the European Union for per capita expenditure on family benefits, according to recent data from Eurostat. Greek spending on family benefits amounted to just...
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