The exercise has been held annually since 2008, bringing NATO allies and partners together to enhance the military bloc's ability to deter, defend against, and counter threats in cyberspace
Repeated thefts of olives, even while still on trees, the collected crop and refined olive oil around Greece generated a Reuters article this week. A poor harvest in the country – of only 170,000 tons – and lower production in Spain and Italy, combined with still pesky food price inflation, has led to numerous theft […]
RR network in central Greece was destroyed last September due to record-breaking rainfall and subsequent flooding from storm front “Daniel”
Fitch sees the ECB announcing a reduction, by 75 basis points, in rates as of June 2024, and dropping to 3.75 percent by the end of 2024
Nelson Mandela was complex man defined by his principled commitment to justice, equality, fairness and freedom, but also by his pragmatism and a political acumen that allowed him to charm his opponents
Southern Germany experienced its heaviest snowstorm in almost 100 hundred years, media report
The Greek economy continues its positive course overall, but third quarter is seen slowing
Trade is undoubtedly an important indicator of the health and vitality of any economy. In this context, the effective exercise of the European Union’s trade policy is crucial for the Greek economy, since none of the Member States can assert its national interests in international markets on its own. The EU is currently the largest […]
Another instance of animal cruelty shocked Greece this week after a male husky, called Oliver, was found on Monday evening viciously tortured and raped with an object. The appalling incident took place in the south-central mountainous town of Arachova, one of Greece’s most popular winter destinations. The unfortunate canine was found barely alive by its […]
Authorities in cities around Greece and in Athens, in particular, will be on high alert this coming Wednesday Dec. 6, the 15th anniversary of the killing of a 15-year-old teen by a policeman in 2008, a shocking incident that sparked mass protests and widespread rioting. Ever since, this has been a day of solemn remembrance […]
Scientists consider the contributions of "Christmas Tree Syndrome" to respiratory illnesses during the holidays
While a comprehensive settlement in the longstanding disputes is not expected, U.S. diplomats are eager to embrace any initiative that promises temporary stability in the turbulent Aegean waters
Only citizens in Poland and Greece spend more than they save
The holiday season has officially begun, and stores are preparing for hordes of Christmas shoppers looking for the perfect gift. To help with the frantic last minute shopping, stores will be open Sunday on both Christmas and New Year’s eve, as well as on the 17th of the month. Businesses can open any time between […]
Greece’s largest and most historic port city, Piraeus, will usher in its Christmas and New Year’s series of events on Friday with the lighting of the municipality’s Christmas tree in front of the Municipal Theater. The tree-lighting ceremony will be officiated by Piraeus Mayor Yannis Moralis, with the accompaniment of the municipality’s philharmonic orchestra, the […]
Eleven recently departed Parliament deputies from the main opposition SYRIZA party on Monday announced a new political formation, called “New Left” (Nea Aristera), which will field a parliament group in the country’s 300-MP legislature. The “dissident” MPs joined scores of previous office-holders, candidates, cadres and youth members in leaving the leftist party, in the wake […]
A convoy of vehicles carrying Dinamo Zagreb “ultras” crossed half of Greece to end up directly outside AEK Athens’ home field
The survey, commissioned by the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and covering the greater Athens metropolitan area, revealed that respondents expressed overwhelming opposition to the government's tax bill
A closely watched draft bill on Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) was passed by Greece’s Parliament on Monday afternoon, with the 158 deputies of ruling New Democracy (ND) party only voting in favor. Voting against were 139 deputies from opposition parties. Three MPs did not vote. The legislation incorporates EU Directive 2021/2167 into Greek law. Opposition parties […]
The Christmas basket will Include six different food categories essential for the festive table