Driver accused of killing 22-year-old in Hania crash remanded in custody
A 45-year-old man, accused of causing the fatal traffic accident in Hania that claimed the life of a 22-year-old, was remanded in custody on Wednesday following his testimony.
Greece makes strides in global fight against antisemitism, study finds
Greece has achieved a global milestone in reducing antisemitism, according to data from the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Global 100 study, regarded as the most comprehensive international survey on antisemitic trends.
Tasoulas’ presidential nomination draws criticism from left-wing opposition
Left-wing opposition parties criticized Prime Minister Mitsotakis on Wednesday for nominating Parliament Speaker Konstantinos Tasoulas for Greek president, accusing him of breaking the tradition of selecting a nonpartisan candidate.
How the Greek president is elected
The President of the Hellenic Republic, elected by Parliament every five years, serves as the head of state, although the role is largely ceremonial.
Microcredit for thousands of very small enterprises
The new Microcredit Fund will offer low-cost financing to very small businesses of up to 10 people from January 27.
Athens public transport to accept bank cards for boarding starting Wednesday
A new contactless payment system, “tap2ride,” launches on Wednesday, enabling passengers to use bank cards to board all public transport modes of the Athens Urban Transport Organisation (OASA).
Record demand for new bond
Issue of 10-year debt fetched 4 bln euros after gathering offers 10 times higher in total.
Skaramangas Shipyards partners with SubSea Craft to speed up maritime innovation
Skaramangas Shipbuilding has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with British advanced maritime technology company SubSea Craft (SSC).
Mitsotakis nominates parliament speaker Tasoulas for president
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced his nomination of Parliament Speaker Konstantinos Tasoulas for Greek president in a prerecorded address on Wednesday.
Once upon a time in the West
In a week’s time we will know whether Donald Trump upheld his “promise” to shock and awe the world on the first day of his second presidency.