Kikilias tests positive for Covid-19
Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias on Monday said he has tested positive for Covid-19.
Rental cuts are on the horizon
The possibility of a reduction in rents is now emerging in Greece, especially in areas where rental costs are deemed unsustainable for the vast majority of households.
Three arrested over sports-related assault in Thessaloniki
One person had to be taken to hospital after being assaulted by a group of men in Thessaloniki in northern Greece, in what appears to be the latest incident of sports-related violence in the country.
Crews scramble to contain blaze in Halkidiki
Emergency crews were on Monday trying to contain a wildfire which broke out in Kassandra, the westernmost peninsula of Halkidiki in northeast Greece.
Hotel Tech conference focuses on innovation
The 5th Hotel Tech conference is taking place on Wednesday, with this year’s theme being “Embrace Hotel Innovation: Gain the Challenge!”
Over-70s set to be offered second booster this week
After offering a second Cover-19 booster dose to people aged 80-plus last week, Greek health officials are this week expected to open the platform for the over-70s. The 60-69 age cohort will follow, although officials have not yet given an exact date.
US tourists flock to Greece
Indications are growing that tourism from the US in Greece this year will approach the levels of 2019, and even exceed them if the international geopolitical uncertainties are lifted.
Dendias in Luxembourg for talks on EU support to Ukraine
Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias was expected in Luxembourg Monday for a meeting of the European Union’ Foreign Affairs Council.
Credit rating upgrade for Cyprus by DBRS
DBRS Morningstar upgraded the Republic of Cyprus’ sovereign credit rating on Friday from BBB (low) to BBB, and changed the trend from Positive to Stable.
Aris beats AEK in Athens and moves up to third
Aris was the big winner of this weekend’s Super League play-offs, as it managed to beat AEK in Athens and climb to third at the mini-league table, while Panathinaikos was held at PAS Giannina.