Greece and the Fund
Europe is showing, albeit slowly, the first signs of a political awakening. The plan for a European Defense Fund is a first step toward giving the European Union a geopolitical presence.
‘Christmas Basket’ returns next Wednesday
The ‘Household Basket’ initiative is to be extended during the holiday season with the addition of a ‘Christmas Basket.’
Scars of December: A pivotal Cold War-era battle in Greece quietly passes its 80th anniversary
Across the street from the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the ancient monument in central Athens, historian Menelaos Haralabidis pauses in front of a drab apartment building.
Eight winter wonderland destinations in Greece
Discover the snow-dusted peaks, cozy mountain villages, and festive charm that make Greece a stunning year-round destination like no other.
Lost in translation: ΑΙ misses mark in literary test
In a spirited showdown of man versus machine, the Goethe Institute in Athens hosted a translation contest where seasoned translators Christos Asteriou and Maria Roussou faced off against artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT, DeepL, and Copilot.
Athens metro stations reopen after Grigoropoulos anniversary protest
The Panepistimio and Monastiraki metro stations in Athens reopened after a march commemorating the 16th anniversary of 15-year-old Alexandros Grigoropoulos’ fatal police shooting in 2008.
Festive Bazaar | Athens | December 20-21
Join Hippie Pets, the Vyronas Animal Shelter and Adopt a Paw Today for the 3rd Annual Christmas Bazaar and Adoption Day at Show What (6 Mesolongiou Square).
Municipal union rejects forced mergers of local water untilities
Greek municipalities are pushing back against a draft bill requiring mandatory mergers of local water and sewerage utilities (DEYA), arguing it undermines local governance and autonomy.
EU, Mercosur heave free trade deal over the line but potential obstacles loom large
The European Union and South America’s Mercosur bloc dragged a long-delayed free trade deal over the line on Friday, announcing an agreement – at least in principle – on the pact that has deeply divided nations in Europe.
Callas Lives On | Athens | December 7
The Maria Callas Museum (44 Mitropoleos, mariacallasmuseum.gr) in Athens will host its second annual street party on December 7, celebrating the iconic opera singer’s legacy.