The ‘force of nature’ against the ‘system’
When doors close and no one listens, even my most liberal or center-left American colleagues predict that Republican candidate Donald Trump will win the next US election.
Don Quixote | Athens | December 5-28
The Greek National Opera Ballet (364 Syngrou) opens its season with a revival of “Don Quixote” by Ludwig Minkus, reimagined by Brazilian-German choreographer Thiago Bordin.
Another tax policy picked to rags
The government’s announcement of a “compassionate” tax break of up to 300 euros a month on tips earned via card payments was not met without complaints, as groups of workers doing equally hard and poorly paid jobs as waitstaff and delivery drivers also want to be included.
Woman’s body found in sea near Piraeus
The body of a woman was discovered in the sea near the Lipasmata area by the capital’s port of Piraeus late Monday afternoon, authorities said.
Fresh push to boost Greece’s healthcare ranks
The Health Ministry submitted a legislative plan to Parliament on Friday aimed at enhancing the role and resources of primary care doctors.
Ferry grounds near Igoumenitsa with 550 passengers aboard
The ferry “Agia Theodora,” carrying 550 passengers and 16 crew, ran aground Monday four nautical miles northwest of Igoumenitsa in the region of Thesprotia, authorities said.
Traffic delays as holiday travelers return to Athens
Heavy traffic is reported on the Athens-Lamia highway as travelers return from the October 28 “Ochi Day” holiday weekend.
Firefighters battle subsurface blaze on Mount Pangaio
Firefighters are battling a subsurface fire on Mount Pangaio in Greece’s northern region of Macedonia, which is burning dry branches and leaves on the forest floor.
Syntagma metro station reopens after ‘Ochi Day’ parade
Athens’ central Syntagma metro station reopened Monday after being closed temporarily for a school parade to mark the October 28 national holiday of “Ochi Day,” train operator STASY announced.
Isadora Duck | Athens | November 8 – December 1
The Greek National Opera’s Alternative Stage (364 Syngrou) presents “Isadora Duck,” an imaginative musical inspired by the dancer and choreographer Isadora Duncan and ideal for the whole family.