Conde Nast Traveller picks Greek islands for 2022
The influential Conde Nast Traveller magazine has published its official list of the “Best Greek islands to visit in 2022.”
13 dead, others missing in new migrant boat accident
At least 13 people died after a migrant boat capsized in the Aegean Sea late Friday, bringing to at least 27 the combined death toll from three accidents in as many days involving migrant boats in Greek waters.
Asset bubbles? Champagne outfizzes Big Tech and bitcoin in 2021
You might be tempted to pop corks if you’ve invested in vintage champagne this year – the most coveted bottles have outperformed all major financial market assets, from Big Tech to bitcoin.
Vaccinations for the housebound
Maria Georgiopoulou is seen having a booster shot against Covid-19 at her home in Athens.
OSE to be relieved of debts worth billions
Billions of euros in debt is being written off the books of the Hellenic Railways Organization (OSE), following months-long negotiations between the European Commission and the Greek government, according to a recent announcement.
SNF cancels live audience performances due to Covid regulations
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) cancelled all performances with a live audience on New Year’s Eve, it said on Friday, following the health regulations announced on Thursday to contain the coronavirus pandemic.
New search and rescue operation for migrants near Paros
Forty-one people had been pulled out of the water by Friday evening after a sailboat carrying about 80 migrants overturned northwest of the island of Paros in the Cyclades.
Lost causes
There is an American phenomenon, which I thought was unique to this country, called “The Lost Cause.”
EU to assess Cyprus’ opening up of power generation sector
Cyprus’ move to open up its power generation market and boost the share of renewable sources in its energy mix will face its first big test next year, when the European Union’s executive arm assesses the project.
Last minute shopping as public events canceled
Street artists perform on Ermou Street, Athens’ main shopping area, on Friday. Christmas concerts and other events have been canceled in Greece as part of new restrictions that include a mask mandate for outdoors and all public areas.