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From sun to snow, the weather in Greece will have a bit of everything today

Former Minister Loverdos called the decision to convict Beleri a violation of human rights and the constitution, which would cost Albania on its path toward EU integration.

The data shows major source countries of foreign travelers, like Germany, France, and England will continue to be the key players in foreign arrivals in the country in February

Accommodation and F&B services providers in Greece reported an 11% increase in turnover in January with Zakynthos island in the lead.

In view of an alarming increase in school bullying cases in Greece, the Education Ministry will be tightening laws and launching a platform for parents and students to report incidents

Units planned under revised plans will be funded by the 'Environment and Climate Change' Program for 2021-2027

Today the Council adopted a law to protect persons who speak out on matters of public interest against abusive lawsuits meant to silence them. Persons targeted by so called strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPP), typically journalists and human rights defenders, will benefit from a number of procedural safeguards and measures. These safeguards and measures […]

February 19 marked a significant milestone for the Greek medical landscape with the introduction of medical cannabis products to patients holding valid prescriptions. But the journey of medical cannabis through Greece’s healthcare system has been tumultuous and marked by obstacles and frustrations for patients. Back in 2017, Greece emerged as a pioneer in Europe when […]

It’s official: Greece is one of the top 10 destinations for retirees around the world, ranking seventh in International Living’s “2024 Annual Global Retirement Index”. According to the survey, Greece’s rich history, great cuisine and perfect Mediterranean climate make it a top destination for pensioners seeking to relocate for their “golden years”. As a relevant […]

The major investment by the Mirum Group, which in its entirety is likely to exceed 700 million euros including the land acquisition, encompasses high-end hotel units, apartment complexes, villas, a botanical garden, restaurants, retail outlets and a marina

Favorite destinations in Greece for most visitor profiles are the islands, namely Santorini, Mykonos and Crete which are high on their preference, followed by Corfu, Kos, Paros and Lesbos.

The next tranche of Greek government aid for citizens to help them reduce energy costs at home through the program "Save 2024" is expected to be launched in the second half of 2024 and will also target emissions.

An agricultural cooperative in the extreme southwest of Greece recently registered the well-known “Kalamata” olive variety cultivated in in the region, and named the after the port city of the same name, as a protected designation of origin (PDO) product. The Union of Agricultural Cooperatives of Messinia added the dark brown Kalamata olive variety to […]

The weather in Greece today will see lower temperatures, with more clouds, rainfall and storms across the country

The religious holiday of Clean Monday, or Shrove Monday, marked the first three-day weekend of the year, with thousands of urban-dwellers taking to the country-side and islands

Greece's move to legalize same-sex marriage is a bold step towards inclusivity and can create an opening for LGBTQ+ travel. To Vima English Edition spoke with local and international market experts about the potential

Reports claim suspect identified in abuse and death of a husky, a case that received wide-spread media and social media attention in Greece last November

Is the specter of the Far Right hanging over Greece? Well, no–what we need is a little perspective. The political wing of the Far Right may be making advances in parts of Europe (Portugal, France, the Netherlands, Spain or Italy). But in Greece it remains fragmented and disreputable, consigned to the lunatic fringe. It might […]

Three months before the European elections, Thierry Breton, the EU Commissioner for Internal Market, speaks to To Vima

Those looking for a sunny long weekend will be disappointed as the weather in Greece will be rainy and cloudy for the next few days.