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Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the Passing of Pope Francis: "A True Friend of Orthodoxy and Humanity"
Bartholomew highlighted the late Pope’s humility, compassion for the marginalized, and consistent witness to Gospel values.
Over 2,000 Military-Owned Properties Set for Development
Greece is preparing to unlock the potential of over 2,000 properties owned by its Armed Forces as part of a sweeping initiative aimed at modernizing military infrastructure and generating revenue.
Early Bookings and Busy Easter Hint at Promising Summer for Greek Tourism
Easter in Greece served as a soft launch for the upcoming tourist season, offering an early glimpse into what the summer might hold for the country’s vital tourism industry.
China-Greece Travel Ties Strengthen as Direct Flights Expand This Summer
After nearly three years of limitations that lasted until 2023, Chinese outbound tourism made a strong comeback in 2024, signaling the country’s re-entry into international travel markets.
Boom in Listings Pressures Occupancy Rates in Greek Short-Term Rentals
New data from analytics firm AirDNA reveals that occupancy rates for rentals listed on platforms like Airbnb fell to 45% in March 2025, down from 49% during the same month last year.
Greek Easter: A Journey Through Faith, Fire, and Tradition
Greek Easter is not just a religious holiday—it’s an experience.
Greece’s Hotel Market Booms as Global Chains Expand Footprint
Greece is rapidly becoming a hotspot for international hotel brands, as global hospitality giants expand their presence in one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations.
Greece’s Tax Revenues Grows - So Does Inequality
Questions about who truly benefits from the country’s economic progress.
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.
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.
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.
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’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.
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.
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.
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’s Predator Spyware Trial Opens, Leaving Key Players and Evidence in the Shadows
A trial tied to Greece’s sprawling wiretapping scandal opens Thursday, April 10, in an Athens misdemeanor court—but many see it as little more than political theater.
Nationwide Strike in Greece on April 9: Major Disruptions in Transport, Aviation, and Public Services
Greece is set to come to a standstill on Wednesday, April 9, as a nationwide 24-hour strike disrupts transportation, aviation, and public services across the country.
FTSE Russell Keeps Greece on Watch List, Delays Upgrade to Developed Market Status
FTSE Russell has decided not to proceed with an upgrade of Greece’s market status, choosing instead to keep the country on its Watch List for a potential future reclassification.
What the Escalating US-China Trade War Means for Greece
As the trade war between the United States and China enters a new and more aggressive phase, the global economic landscape is bracing for impact.
Greece’s Economic Policy Hits Repeat: Familiar Promises, Little Delivery
This latest unveiling was presented with confidence and ceremony, echoing the language of change and ambition.
«Child Penalty»: How Motherhood Hinders Women’s Careers in Greece
Among European countries, Greece stands out as one of the places where having a child is particularly detrimental to a woman’s professional trajectory.