Fanning the Greek studies flame
“We strive to keep the spark of Hellenism alive in the United States, in this great melting pot, in an environment that does not favor the preservation of the Greek cultural identity.
Macedonian wines: Discover the magic of the harvest season
It’s harvest season in Macedonia, and the vineyards of Naoussa, Kavala, and Goumenissa invite us to take a wine tour through the region.
Erdogan says UN, Western values dying in Gaza
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has said that the values of the United Nations’ system and the Western world are dying in Gaza as the conflict continues there, calling for an “alliance of humanity” to stop Israel.
Father from Amish-like family sought after abducting newborn from social services
Police are searching for a 45-year-old man who abducted his newborn from Alexandra Hospital in Athens on Tuesday. The infant was under social services’ care after authorities removed custody due to unsafe living conditions.
Numbers going up at migrant camps
The population of asylum-seekers who remain in specially built structures on the islands is reportedly constantly rising in tandem with the daily interception of migrant trafficking boats by the Greek Coast Guard.
Suspected migrant smuggler arrested on Lesvos; 27 migrants found
Coast guard on the island of Lesvos have located 27 migrants and arrested a suspected smuggler, after the vessel being captained by the latter collided with a patrol boat and sank.
Greek environmental groups form alliance to protect wildlife and biodiversity
Eleven Greek environmental groups announced Tuesday the formation of the Alliance for Wildlife, aimed at protecting biodiversity in Greece.
Taxis must display sign stating card payments accepted, ministry insists
“Nobody is above the law,” Economy and Finance Minister Kostis Hatzidakis has stressed, in the context of the spat between his ministry and taxi unions over the obligation of cabbies to inform passengers that fares can be paid by card.
University of Thessaly launches English-taught medical program
The University of Thessaly announced Tuesday the launch of a new self-funded, English-taught medical school in Larissa, starting October 7.
Property sales keep growing
Despite the constant increase in prices, real estate transactions continue to expand in Greece.