Social media use is linked to brain changes in teens, research finds
The effect of social media use on children is a fraught area of research as parents and policymakers try to ascertain the results of a vast experiment already in full swing.
Cyprus posts bank credit expansion
Total new loans in Cyprus increased by 172.8 million euros in November compared to the previous month, despite an increase in interest rates across all loan categories.
Evia looking ahead to a greener future
The regeneration of northern Evia, which was ravaged by wildfires in 2021, can combine the protection of the natural environment with energy self-sufficiency, according to experts.
4.2-magnitude quake NE of Athens
A 4.2-magnitude tremor occurred at 10.03 pm local time (2003 GMT) Wednesday northeast of the capital Athens, the Athens-based Institute of Geodynamics announced.
Big seaplane plans for Crete
Greek Water Airports announced on Wednesday it has applied for the creation of a water aerodrome at Agia Galini in the prefecture of Rethymno in southern Crete.
EU recommends pre-flight testing of passengers from China
European Union government officials recommended on Wednesday that passengers flying from China to the EU should have a negative Covid-19 test before they board, as Beijing plans to ease travel restrictions despite a wave of new Covid infections.
AEK stunned at Ioannina, Panathinaikos stretches its lead
PAS Giannina stunned in-form AEK with a 2-1 win at home on Tuesday, allowing Panathinaikos to inscrease its lead at the top of the Super League table to seven points from AEK that will host the Greens next on Sunday.
Marc Newson | Athens | To January 7
Greek-Australian designer Marc Newson was first introduced to the public in 1986 with the Lockheed Lounge Chair, a chaise longue in riveted aluminum that put him at the forefront of the world’s design scene for four decades.
Avoiding the perfect storm
Turkey’s AK Party spokesman Omer Celik said Monday that the government is mulling bringing elections “slightly” forward (the country’s parliamentary and presidential elections are scheduled to be held on June 18), a decision which could have implications for Greece.
Goran Bregovic | Athens | January 5
Serbian singer-songwriter Goran Bregovic returns to the stage of the Christmas Theater (info at ct.gr; tickets at viva.gr) with memorable tracks from his electrifying soundtracks.