Thessaloniki International Fair
From lower regulated charges to renewables and island interconnections, the government has outlined its strategy. But delivering meaningful savings to households and businesses will be far more difficult.

The fire in the Trapezitsa area has destroyed a large stretch of forest and spread into the Aoos gorge, while 170 firefighters, aircraft, vehicles and volunteers continue efforts to contain it



Exit polls show the Alternative for Germany well ahead of rivals. Now other parties must decide whether to let it govern.
Mitsotakis defends Greece's growth dividend, stands firm on Turkey and sovereignty, and admits past missteps in a wide-ranging press conference at the Thessaloniki International Fair.
From lower regulated charges to renewables and island interconnections, the government has outlined its strategy. But delivering meaningful savings to households and businesses will be far more difficult.

Leaders are giving up on hopes for a rebound as the war grinds on without an end in sight
Young squatters ditch mainstream lives to push Palestinians from land in the West Bank they claim is the divine birthright of Jewish people
Homeowner lawsuits against home builders allege mold-related illnesses, while builders say the allegations are off the mark and costing them millions
Airshow Plane Crash
Investigators are examining whether an aerodynamic stall, a mechanical fault or a combination of factors caused the F4 Phantom to lose altitude seconds before it struck the ground near Tanagra air base
Two Hellenic Air Force pilots died when their F-4 Phantom crashed near Tanagra during an air show; an investigation into the cause is underway.
Greek Air Force pilots who, facing fatal crashes, refused to eject — staying at the controls to steer away from towns and villages below.
Seven days, seven movies that you can watch on the big screens around the city
The Chinese production combines acrobatics, dance and classical music in a story of ambition, resilience and transformation, with performances in Thessaloniki and Athens this September
Patsios's "Woke on the Wild Side" at ALMA Gallery blends collage and painting, pop culture and politics, in a bold visual world open to interpretation.
The 54th edition will bring together 210 publishers, 285 exhibition stands and more than 200 cultural events, with this year’s program focusing on sustainability, social responsibility and the role of books in shaping the future
After more than three decades, Vassilis Sperantzas opens his home and personal archive to VIMAgazino. He speaks about Paris, the dictatorship, his friendships with Alekos Fassianos and Nikos Stefanou, the nostalgia that brought about his paintings, and art as a way of creating a world more human than reality
For many workers, time off no longer means disconnecting, as smartphones, remote work and workplace expectations keep the office within reach even by the sea
A new Oxford-led study reveals hundreds of surprising bonds between primates and other species, from monkeys grooming deer to gorillas caring for baby galagos
recipe of the day
Savory mini muffins packed with cheese and fresh herbs, then filled with smoked salmon, sun-dried tomatoes or prosciutto. Perfect for entertaining, parties and brunch
At Farma Kouroupa, three generations of one family are preserving old recipes for louza, sausages and island cheeses while working with local farmers and producers
Harvest festivals, wine celebrations and traditional village-style feasts are still going strong after August, with plenty of chances to eat, drink and dance in and around Athens
Summer’s fruits and vegetables can do more than add color and flavor to your plate. Packed with water, electrolytes and nutrients, they offer a delicious way to help replenish fluids during the hottest months
She married Prince George of Greece knowing he was involved with his own uncle, and built a life, and a career in psychoanalysis, around that truth
From the little black dress and women’s trousers to Chanel No. 5 and the 2.55 bag, Coco Chanel introduced ideas that reshaped how women dressed and many remain wardrobe staples today
On Aug. 17, 1951, 16-year-old Vanda Pierri was killed while swimming off Mon Repos, in a rare shark attack that would remain etched in Corfu’s collective memory for decades
Until such goodwill is displayed by our eastern neighbors, the sale of F-35s to Turkey, as recently floated, or its inclusion in SAFE, would incentivize the continuation to the benefit of China, Russia and Hamas and ultimately, to our collective detriment
In the European context, the current status quo, both in terms of domestic governance and international relations, appears to be undergoing a period of instability and readjustment, reflecting a broader transformation in the way politics unfolds.
Beyond its famous pilgrimage site, Tinos reveals a quieter side through marble villages, winding roads, ancient pigeon houses and landscapes shaped by the relentless Aegean wind
A new ground station at Crete's Foundation for Research and Technology will operate Greece's fleet of microsatellites, part of a €200 million national space program
Special care is being taken to protect major exhibits, including the Kouros of Europos



