West Attica Urban Railroad to be completed in second half of 2026
The new West Attica Urban Railroad is expected to be completed in the second half of 2026, Hellenic Railways Organization (OSE) CEO Panagiotis Terezakis said.
International Maritime Organization meeting to focus on environment
Environmental issues including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from ships will be at the center of the 82nd session of the International Maritime Organization’s Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) meeting in London through Friday.
Cyprus sees July tourism revenues rise
Tourism revenue in Cyprus grew by 19.4 million euros in July 2024, reaching €474 million.
California bans legacy admissions at private universities
California will ban private colleges and universities, including some of the nation’s most selective institutions, from giving special consideration to applicants who have family or other connections to the schools, a practice known as legacy admissions.
Endurance and dominance
New Democracy has shown remarkable resilience over the last 50 years. It endured great economic and political crises, intense internal divisions and the disintegration of mainstream parties.
Visa-free travel to China
Citizens of Greece and three other EU countries will enjoy visa-free travel to China starting October 15.
ATHEX: Monthly rise of 1.45% on Athinon Avenue
The placement of a 10% in National Bank of Greece dominated the interest of traders and outshone the bourse session on Monday.
Migration straining German-Greek relations
A recent opinion poll has revealed a significant improvement in Germany’s image in Greece over the past two years. The positive survey results largely reflect stable and mostly trouble-free bilateral relations between Athens and Berlin.
Donald Trump and Greece
The chances of Donald Trump being re-elected president of the United States are high. All pundits give this scenario a 50% chance, especially when focusing on key states rather than the general vote.
Eight rescued as yacht sinks in southeastern Aegean
Eight Polish passengers were rescued after their yacht sank near the Greek islet of Levitha, located between Patmos and Leros in the Dodecanese in the southeastern Aegean.