Mitsuko Uchida | Athens | May 24
World-renowned Japanese pianist Mitsuko Uchida is coming to the Athens Concert Hall with a program that organizers say expresses her interests and aspirations as an artist.
NATO talks with Finland, Sweden falter but will continue
NATO envoys failed to reach a consensus on Wednesday about whether to start membership talks with Finland and Sweden, diplomats said, as Turkey renewed its objections to the two Nordic countries joining.
Man arrested over body of woman found in suitcase
A 48-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday in connection to the remains of a woman found in an abandoned suitcase near the area of Vilia in Attica in late December. The 38-year-old woman had been declared missing on October 17, 2021.
Ukrainian refugees in Athens to board public transport for free for 90 days
Refugees from Ukraine who reside in Attica can board buses, trolleys, metro and tram trains, free of charge for 90 days as of Wednesday according to a statement released by the Athens Urban Transport Organization (OASA).
New plan for fighting fires presented
An increase in the means for fighting forest fires, the permanent installation of European firefighters in Greece during the summer months, the creation of forest commando units, more forest patrols and the systematic implementation of aerial surveillance measures are included in the new operation plan for the fire service that was presented on Tuesday at…
Greek business turnover posts major increase in Q1
Greek enterprises’ turnover grew by almost 22.2 billion euros in the first quarter of 2022, totaling €88.28 billion, from €66.11 billion in the same period last year, the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT) said on Tuesday.
Health minister announces end of obligatory mask wearing from June to September
Health Minister Thanos Plevris announced that obligatory mask wearing in all areas will be suspended from June 1 to September 15 on Wednesday.
New cases of Covid-19 ease back down to 4,626
Greek health authorities announced 4,626 new reported cases of Covid-19 on Wednesday (down from 6,252 on Tuesday) and 19 virus-related deaths. The National Organization for Public Health (EODY) also stated that there are currently 161 intubated patients being treated in Intensive Care Units.
Karelia partnership with German firm Dannemann
Greek manufacturer and distributor of tobacco products Karelia will be exclusively distributing a selection of Dannemann tobacco products in Greece as of June 1, Karelia announced on Monday.
Spring sales don’t spring any surprises
This spring’s midterm sales that ended last weekend proved unable to reverse the negative sentiment in the market since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, which has increased inflationary pressures.