North Macedonia’s PM formally files resignation to parliament
North Macedonia’s Prime Minister Zoran Zaev has formally filed his resignation to the parliament on Wednesday, following his party’s loss at mayoral elections in the country in October.
Scientific Committee proposes slew of new measures to contain Omicron
The Scientific Committee advising the government on the handling of the pandemic has proposed several new measures to contain the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant according to information made available to Kathimerini on Wednesday. A final decision on their implementation is expected on Thursday.
Ex-TV show host arrested for ‘revenge porn’ videos
Former TV show co-host Stathis Panagiotopoulos was arrested on Wednesday afternoon for posting “revenge porn” videos of former girlfriends online.
ATHEX: Second day of moderate stock gains
The three most important blue chips outside the banks sector at the Greek stock market kept the benchmark in the black on Wednesday despite early losses.
Holiday Music | Athens | December 24-29
The Gazarte music venue in downtown Athens is celebrating Christmas in a big way this year, with a rich program of concerts, parties and culinary treats.
Government mulling restrictions after holidays to curb Covid
Health Minister Thanos Plevris said Wednesday the government is considering imposing some restrictions after the holiday season to control the spread of the coronavirus.
Authorities seize 60 million of contraband cigarettes in Piraeus
Customs authorities in Piraeus, Greece’s largest port, seized more than 60 million contraband cigarettes hidden in seven containers.
Grace period extended for unvaxxinated healthcare staff
Unvaxxinated healthcare staff in the national healthcare system (ESY) will have another three months to reconsider their stance before being terminated, Health Minister Thanos Plevris said in parliament on Thursday.
Santa Claus still coming to town
With Greece and the world in the grip of the pandemic, Athens remains nonetheless in full Christmas mode, with – albeit cautious – music, theater and dance performances across the city somewhat allaying the Covid blues.
Eurobank’s ESG deposit product soars
Banks are now attracting “green” money through deposit products, which are destined to finance environmentally friendly investments.