Access is all that matters
A lot has been written about Donald Trump’s choice for the next ambassador to represent the United States in Greece.
EU adopts new Russia sanctions targeting China, shadow fleet
The European Union has adopted a 15th package of sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, including tougher measures against Chinese entities and more vessels from Moscow’s so-called shadow fleet, the EU Commission said in a statement on Monday.
Education Ministry accepting university transfer requests
Greek university students needing to transfer to other universities for serious, well-documented reasons can submit online applications at https://transfer.it.minedu.gov.gr from December 16, to December 23, the Ministry of Education has announced.
Police arrest 23 Athens extortion ring suspects in ongoing operation
Police authorities have uncovered cases of attempted homicide and arson linked to members of a large extortion ring operating in the wider Athens area, resulting, so far, in 23 arrests since early Monday. The operation is reported to still be in progress.
Four arrested in major cocaine bust at Thessaloniki port
Four foreign nationals were arrested after Greek authorities, in coordination with the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Thessaloniki customs, seized more than 45 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a refrigerated banana container at the northern city’s port.
Foreign Minister set for official visit to Qatar
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias is scheduled to pay an official visit to Qatar on Tuesday.
The artful gap: Rethinking creativity in Greek education
A new Dianeosis study highlights the uneven role of arts in Greek education. Covering kindergarten through high school, the research found extensive references to literature, visual arts and music in curricula but revealed gaps in meaningful integration and teacher support.
High-speed internet voucher sees strong demand
The launch of a subsidy voucher that covers part of connection costs and a two-year subscription for new or existing ultra-high-speed connections (above 250 Mbps) has drawn significant demand.
Greek Armed Forces to decommission 10 military camps in restructuring plan
The Hellenic National Defense General Staff (GEETHA) announced on Monday the planned decommissioning of several military camps across Greece as part of Defense Minister Nikos Dendias’ initiative to reorganize the armed forces.
Operation ‘brain gain’ abroad
Fifteen top companies in the Greek business community were in Amsterdam last month