In efforts to clamp down on beach and shoreline use violations, the Greek government is now also engaging the public through the ‘MyCoast’ app
The Aegean. The epicenter of the Greek summer. This year, tourists will flock to it again to enjoy the cool of its islands’ shores and alleys. But environmental threats are disturbing the Aegean’s age-old equilibria. Add the ever-present geopolitical threat, and it is clear its future is hanging by a thread. Climate change Climate change […]
In the first quarter of 2024, irregular crossings of migrants in the Eastern Mediterranean were up 109%—FRONTEX
Ursula von der Leyen and Andrej Plenković respond to To Vima's questions about possible Russian interference in the European elections
Bickering about Eurovision is customary in Greece, and this year’s genre-bending entry by Marina Satti could be no different. To Vima spoke to a Eurovision expert about the song and the iconic contest.
Guided by sustainability and the search for quality products, consumers are increasingly turning to the growing market for second-hand clothing. The increased demand for second hand clothes, which has been an international trend for several years, is reflected in data published by the Greek statistical authority (ELSTAT). According to this data, “Retail sales of second-hand […]
Scientists confirm that last year was the hottest since records began, and what is absolutely certain is that Europe is the fastest-heating continent on the planet. In 2023, Europe recorded more days of “extreme heat stress” (with the ‘feels like’ temperature exceeding 46 degrees Celsius) than ever before. On 23 July last year, 41% of […]
Professor Dakanalis, Professor and Principal Investigator in Psychiatry and Psychotherapy at the University of Milan- Bicocca speaks with To Vima about the potential of AI in mental health
Professor Alexandros Kitroeff's research into Greek immigrants and their link to the most American of restaurants: the diner. A story of social advancement through a restaurant kitchen
Despite a funding slowdown in 2023, Greece's startup scene is poised for a strong 2024 fueled by headline-making exits
We can’t just establish MPAs. We need to see if MPAs are working. We have to work hard and admit our failures. Transparency is key - Olivier Wenden, CEO of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation
Only six out of the 21 defendants in the case were found guilty in the 2018 Mati wildfire trial
The resilient heritage of Southern Italy's Greek-speaking communities
Few roles appeal to the Turkish president more than sitting in the front row on the big issues of international politics and having a say in the world’s future. After the humiliation of the lost local elections, which some pundits prematurely interpreted as the beginning of the end of the Erdogan era, the Turkish president […]
American analyst and former Pentagon official Michael Rubin talks with To Vima expressing his view that Iran’s direct strike on Israel crossed a significant red line, compelling Israel to retaliate in order to reaffirm its deterrence capabilities
The move comes amidst escalating tensions and concerns over Turkey's imposition of export restrictions on crucial materials to Israel
"If we keep doing what we are doing, we will destroy it all" - President & CEO of Alta Seas and the Port of Los Angeles
The President of European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), Oliver Röpke told To Vima "The ocean is a complex and interconnected system, which needs knowledge-based policy. This is why the EESC has called for an involvement of different disciplines and expertise, like data, sciences, psychology, sociology, economy in the development of the policy".
Theater lovers can enjoy performances in English at the first English-language theater in Athens. To Vima spoke with the man behind the Theater of the NO about his vision.
The forest of Schinias is regenerating itself, mounds of dead seagrass are combating beach erosion and 26,000 kg of trash have been removed, but societal pressure for easy beach access remains high