What tourists thought of Greece this summer
Foreigners gave the country a higher score than the European average at the peak of the tourism season.
1967-1974 Cultures in Conflict | Athens | November 29 – April 16
The National Bank of Greece Cultural Foundation (MIET) presents the exhibition “1967-1974 Cultures in Conflict: Life – Art – Propaganda” at the MIET Cultural Center (Eynard Mansion, 20 Agiou Konstantinou).
Chinese parliament chief meets Sakellaropoulou in Athens
President of the Hellenic Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou, welcomed Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic of China.
Free afternoon surgery program launched
A free afternoon surgery program, approved in Parliament two weeks ago to reduce surgery waiting times and address a backlog of approximately 37,000 patients awaiting procedures through the National Health System, is set to launch on Thursday.
Six arrested in connection with Lavrio cash delivery van robbery
Police announced on Thursday the arrest of six individuals in connection with the armed robbery of a cash delivery van in the port town of Lavrio, southeastern Attica, last September.
Eleven of 17 defendants found guilty in second trial of child prostitution case
Eleven of 17 defendants accused of raping a 12-year-old girl and paying for having illegal sex with her were found guilty by an Athens court on Thursday.
Athenian Riviera rates soar
The Athenian Riviera is climbing the international rankings.
Princeton university announces Paul Sarbanes fellowship for Greek public service professionals
The Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies and the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) have introduced the Paul Sarbanes Graduate Fellowship, designed for midcareer Greek professionals in public service to pursue a Master in Public Policy (MPP) degree.
Cyprus’ NATO aspirations ‘unacceptable,’ says Turkish Defense Ministry
Turkey’s Defense Ministry on Thursday lashed out at the Republic of Cyprus, after its president, Nikos Christodoulides, reiterated the island nation’s aspirations to join NATO.
Black Friday fever grips Greek market
As Black Friday fever sweeps through Greece, consumers are gearing up for steep discounts, while businesses brace for a whirlwind of transactions.