Wage hike eases inflation impact
The average monthly earnings of private sector employees improved in 2023, largely thanks to the increase in the minimum wage, which pushed up all pay brackets.
The far right in Germany and France, and pro-European Greece
Many Greeks’ trust in the European project was shaken during last decade’s economic crisis by the almost punitive attitude adopted by the EU, led by Germany.
The Specter of the People | Thessaloniki | February 10
The 2023 Thessaloniki Photobiennale’s main exhibition “The Specter of the People” is reaching its culmination with an insightful event at the MOMus-Thessaloniki Museum of Photography (Warehouse A, Thessaloniki Port) on February 10.
Property owners miss out on ENFIA discount
Approximately one in two insured home owners in Greece will not secure the 10% reduction in the Single Property Tax (ENFIA) provided for those properties that have insurance coverage.
23 deaths linked to Streptococcus, including 11 children
Some 94 cases of streptococcus bacterial infection have been detected in the past 14 months, 23 of which resulted in death, among them 11 children under the age of 10, data from the National Organisation for Public Health (EODY) showed on Thursday.
Significant decrease in covid-19 cases amid persisting influenza concerns
All Covid-19 indicators are showing a decrease, while influenza remains at high levels, the Hellenic National Public Health Organization (EODY) reported on Thursday.
Tommy Guerrero | Athens | April 6
Legendary musician and skateboarder Tommy Guerrero is finally coming to Greece for a unique concert on April 6 at the Gazarte Ground Stage (34 Voutadon).
Suspended sentence for self-proclaimed “national prosecutor” in Thessaloniki
A 59-year-old man impersonating judicial and military authorities was handed 10 months suspended jail sentence in Thessaloniki on Thursday.
Clashes break out after student rally in central Athens
The Greek police fired tear gas and flashbang grenades against a group of approximately 30 hooded youths who were throwing petrol bombs and setting fire to garbage containers following a student rally in central Athens on Thursday. One policeman sustained minor injuries during the clashes.
Apartment owner arrested for murder of 50-year-old musician
The 48-year-old man, previously detained on Thursday morning in connection with the murder of a 50-year-old musician found deceased in a downtown Athens apartment, has been formally arrested.