Robert Kaplan: geopolitical myths and realities in 2024
Robert Kaplan, the distinguished international relations expert, outlines, in an interview to Kathimerini, the geopolitical developments that will dominate the new year.
Woman arrested for housing, extorting irregular migrants
A 34-year-old woman was arrested in central Athens on January 31 for operating an informal hostel hiding migrants who had entered Greece illegally.
Third suspect arrested over deadly car chase in Aspropyrgos
A third suspect was apprehended on Tuesday over the death of a 29-year-old police officer during car chase in Aspropyrgos, western Attica, on December 18, 2023.
EIB, Mytilineos sign 400-mln-euro deal to accelerate renewable energy transition
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed 400 million euros to support a significant new investment for Mytilineos Energy & Metals, which will accelerate renewable energy production across Greece and other EU countries.
Bill on same-sex marriage to be tabled ‘in time’ says government spokesman
A bill to legalize same-sex marriage will be presented in Parliament “in time,” government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis said on Tuesday.
Two Poles arrested for recording navy base in Salamina
Two Polish nationals were arrested on Monday for taking photos of a military installation in the northeastern part of the island of Salamina, about 16 kilometers west of Athens.
Wastewater analysis in Athens shows big jump in Covid-19
Testing on raw sewage in Athens shows a steep spike in Covid-15 infections over the holiday season, an expert said on Tuesday.
A vision for a Europe governed by rule-based order
Wolfgang Schaeuble resembled a commanding political figure in both Germany and Europe.
Mail-in ballot bill aims at reducing high voter abstention rate
The mail-in ballot will be used for the first time in Greece at the European Parliament elections in June, after its vote in parliament, the government said.
Higher toll station fees take effect
Higher toll fees at toll stations, in both major and auxiliary roads, increased on Greek roads as of January 1, 2024, following earlier announcements by concessionaires.