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Alexis Tsipras Concludes Harvard Fellowship with Reflections on Global Challenges
Tsipras delivered three seminars on subjects ranging from Greece’s debt crisis and its recovery path, to geopolitical developments in the Balkans and Eastern Mediterranean, to historical and modern perspectives on monetary unions.
Half of Greeks Say Buying a Home Is Now Impossible, Survey Finds
One in two renters now spends over 30% of their monthly income on rent alone—a threshold commonly used to define housing cost burden.
Turkey Launches Major Restoration of Hagia Sophia’s Dome
Engineers and preservation specialists will focus on reinforcing structurally vulnerable areas that were identified through advanced seismic simulations.
Greece Tops EU in Overqualified Workforce
What sets Greece apart, however, is not only its low employment rate but the striking level of mismatch between education and job roles.
Donohoe Visits Greece to Reinforce Eurozone Policy Coordination
Donohoe is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and the country’s Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kyriakos Pierrakakis.
Thomas Walkup Ventures into Real Estate with New Company WALKUP INC
WALKUP INC will also offer advertising services, along with sports and leisure-related services.
Why Young Greeks Are Turning Away from the Sea
Greece’s youth are more likely to pursue land-based careers in tourism, tech, or the public sector—even if it means earning less.
New Greek Labor Platform Aims to Align with EU Standards
Ergani II replaces the original Ergani system, which was not equipped to handle emerging forms of employment, including on-demand work contracts.
Piraeus Bank Charts Ambitious Course for Growth Through 2028
Over the next four years, Piraeus plans to deliver solid financial performance and return more than €2 billion to shareholders by 2028.
Bots, Trolls, and “Truth”: Greek Government Backs Shadowy Online Ally
In recent days, government officials have mounted a full-throated defense of the Truth Team, presenting it as an independent initiative of private citizens exercising their right to political expression.
Geopolitics, Globalization, and the Ghost of Trump Dominated Delphi Forum
Mitsotakis acknowledged the volatility of the current era but pushed back against the notion that globalization is in terminal decline.
Mitsotakis-Lecornu Meeting Highlights Rising Military Cooperation in Europe
According to the Brussels-based think tank Bruegel, 31 companies currently dominate the European Union’s arms manufacturing landscape.
Militant Group Claims Responsibility for Athens Rail Company Bombing
A little-known militant group calling itself Revolutionary Class Self-Defense has claimed responsibility through a detailed, multi-page manifesto.
Greece’s Gambling Market Sees Strong Growth Amid Shifts in Player Behavior
OPAP, the country’s largest gaming operator and a former state monopoly, continued to dominate the land-based sector, generating €1.435 billion in gross revenue from its betting shops and video lottery terminals (VLTs).
Easter Feast: Pricier and Leaner for Greek Households
For a family of four, the total Easter meal cost is estimated at €110 to €145 - about €12 more than last year.
Greek Top Court Reviews Constitutionality of Same-Sex Marriage
The legal challenge argues that the new provisions fundamentally alter the institution of the family, allegedly violating the Greek Constitution.
Greece Moves Ahead with Chevron-Backed Hydrocarbon Exploration in South Crete
The decree paves the way for granting exploration and exploitation rights in the "South Crete 1" and "South Crete 2" zones, both situated in deep waters of the Eastern Mediterranean.
Athens Undergoes a Tourism Boom, Edging Closer to Becoming a Year-Round Destination
Athens is witnessing a rapid expansion of its luxury accommodation offerings, especially in the central district, which now hosts 34 five-star hotels—a 62% increase compared to 2019.
Bomb Explosion Outside Hellenic Train Offices in Central Athens
No injuries were reported. Greek authorities have confirmed that the country’s Counterterrorism Unit has taken over the investigation.
Mitsotakis Under Pressure Over ‘Team Truth’ and Blue Skies Allegations
Despite mounting political pressure, the government has yet to issue a formal response to the report’s findings.
Mitsotakis Plays the Long Game, But Voters May Demand More Than Words
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has laid out his strategic vision for the next two years—an election-defining period—during a regional tour in Central Greece on Thursday.
“I Don’t Speak Greek”: Spyware Tycoon Threatens to Fire Lawyers in Explosive Trial Start
The trial is being closely watched both in Greece and abroad, not only for the potential political fallout but also because prominent Greek political figures are involved as witnesses for the prosecution.
Greek Voters Reject Government - But Offer No Alternative
Three new opinion polls released on Thursday have highlighted a significant shift in Greece’s political landscape, offering a snapshot of growing discontent with mainstream parties and the rising appeal of anti-establishment voices.
Greece Unveils €19 Billion Defense Plan with Focus on Transparency and Long-Term Strategy
Greece has laid out an ambitious new defense procurement plan that stretches over a decade and includes nearly €19 billion in projected spending through 2036.
Greece Moves Forward with Chevron Hydrocarbon Exploration Agreement
The Greek government is set to sign a new ministerial decision today, Friday, defining the precise maritime coordinates for offshore hydrocarbon exploration blocks as part of its collaboration with U.S. energy giant Chevron.
Fuel prices in Greece drop significantly ahead of Easter travel
The average retail price for 95-octane unleaded petrol has dropped to €1.785 per liter, from €1.976 last Easter in Greece.
Greece grants major tax relief to freight forwarders with retroactive VAT exemption
The newly tabled amendment grants a retroactive value-added tax (VAT) exemption covering a full decade for auxiliary services provided by licensed freight forwarders in Greece to airline companies.
Greece’s green energy boom risks grid meltdown without urgent reform
Electricity grid operators have resorted to emergency curtailments, forcing renewable producers to reduce or shut off output during peak generation hours.
Maria Karystianou Calls Press Conference Amid Mounting Scandal Over Tempi train disaster investigation
Maria’s Karystianou message for Tempi is clear: the truth must come to light.
Greece to halt criminal charges for debtors complying with payment plans
The proposed changes would suspend criminal charges for any debtor whose debt is under a formal collection freeze.
Greek Court Begins Trial in High-Profile Predator Spyware Scandal
A trial opens in Athens on Thursday, linked to one of the most high-profile surveillance cases in recent European history. Four individuals are facing misdemeanor charges for allegedly using the Predator spyware to monitor private communications.