Hyatt strengthening presence in Greece, says group exec
Outgoing Tourism Minister Vassilis Kikilias met with Hyatt Group President – responsible for Europe, Africa and the Middle East – Aguila Javier on Thursday.
Cocktail Festival | Athens | May 26 – June 10
Shaken, stirred, classic, kooky, creative or gastronomic, the Athens Cocktail Festival aims to please fans of the great art of the cocktail.
Turkey election ‘kingmaker’ endorses Erdogan
This week Sinan Ogan, the nationalist “kingmaker” who came third in Turkey’s elections, endorsed President Erdogan, and his voters could hold the key to victory on Sunday in Turkey’s runoff.
Cyprus wants more EU involvement in reunification efforts, says President
Cyprus wants more direct involvement of the European Union in attempts to end the decades-old division of the island, its president Nikos Christodoulides said on Thursday.
Rise in coronavirus infections and flu cases; 52 deaths due to Covid-19
New cases of both SARS-CoV-2 and of influenza (flu) went up slightly over the week of May 15-21, according to the weekly report by the National Public Health Organization (EODY), published on Thursday.
Cyprus making extra efforts to ensure air safety amid Turkish warplane incursions
Cyprus authorities say they’re take extra efforts to ensure flight safety isn’t compromised from Turkish warplanes and military drones flying inside Cypriot-monitored airspace without filing either flight plans or communicating with air traffic control.
Cyprus police use teargas to disperse fans hurling firebombs after League Cup final
Cyprus police used tear gas to disperse dozens of soccer fans who attacked them following the end of the island nation’s league cup final.
Turkish voters weigh final decision on next president, visions for future
Two opposing visions for Turkey’s future are on the ballot when voters return to the polls Sunday for a runoff presidential election that will decide between an increasingly authoritarian incumbent and a challenger who has pledged to restore democracy.
Ioannis Sarmas sworn in as caretaker prime minister ahead of Greek elections
Court of Audit President Ioannis Sarmas was sworn in as prime minister of a caretaker government that will lead Greece to a repeat round of elections on June 25, shortly after 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
Islands elusive for many Greeks as prices rise
Many Greeks lament the carefree days when they could travel to the Cycladic islands having secured affordable lodgings, just a few weeks in advance.