Promoting Greek tourism through new media
Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni told Skai TV on Wednesday that the ministry aims to dynamically promote Greece in foreign markets using new media.
ATHEX: Bourse adds more to its annual rise
The year’s final week started for the Greek stock market on Wednesday with a slight increase for the main index, mainly thanks to the growth of National Bank stock.
Legislation on same-sex marriage edging closer
The government is seeking to move ahead with the relevant legislation regarding same-sex marriage, despite the reactions already expressed, especially by the Church.
New Year’s in Aegina | Aegina | December 30 – January 1
The Explorers – Friends of Cultural and Hiking Excursions have planned a three-day trip to the Saronic island of Aegina, starting from and ending at the port of Piraeus, to change the year in an adventurous spirit.
Greek budget records 5.826 billion euros primary surplus from January to November
The Greek state budget recorded a primary surplus of 5.826 billion euros in the January-November period this year, up from a budget target for a surplus of 3.771 billion and a primary deficit of 1.091 billion euros recorded in the same period last year.
Three days of mourning declared for dead police officer
Police mourn the loss of the 31-year-old officer, Georgios Lyngeridis, who succumbed to injuries on Wednesday sustained from a naval flare during violent clashes with Olympiakos fans in the Renti area. The Citizen Protection Ministry declared a three-day mourning period.
French politician Jacques Delors dies, aged 98
Former European Commission President Jacques Delors died on Wednesday at the age of 98.
42-year-old detained on drug charges under European warrant
A 42-year-old man was arrested in the town of Florina, northern Greece on drug-related charges on Wednesday.
Council of State greenlights extradition of 30-year-old Moroccan man believed to be an ISIS member
The Council of State, Greece’s highest administrative court, on Wednesday approved the extradition of a 30-year-old Moroccan man who is believed to be a member of the ISIS terrorist group.
Netanyahu and Erdogan exchange accusations over morality
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday, stating that Erdogan, who is accused of committing genocide against Kurds and imprisoning journalists, is the last person who can preach morality to others.