Greek-born adoptees abroad gain local registry rights
Individuals born in Greece and adopted abroad up until 1976 will now have the right to be officially registered in the country’s municipal records, courtesy of a new ministerial decision.
Court in northern Greece sets important construction precedent
A recent Komotini Appeals Court ruling expanded the unconstitutionality of certain provisions in Greece’s New Building Code invalidating a construction permit in Kavala.
Greece should be ‘vigilant’ after Turkey quake, says expert
A seismologist at Thessaloniki’s Aristotle University struck a cautiously optimistic tone following Wednesday’s earthquake in Turkey’s northern Marmara Sea, noting that while the tremor was strong, it does not appear to pose a serious threat to Greece.
Legal holdup halts home creation
A year after the adoption of the new framework for the Golden Visa program, the decision on the basis of which the possibility of acquiring homes created from a change of property use will be implemented is still pending.
Taxable income soared by €14.4 bln in a year
The combatting of tax evasion and the increasing use of electronic payments have sent taxable income soaring in Greece.
New facility a step up for Geodynamic Institute
Greece’s Geodynamic Institute is entering a new era with the construction of a state-of-the-art facility in Penteli, aiming to enhance seismic and volcanic monitoring across the country.
Earthquake of 6.2 magnitude shakes Istanbul
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 shook Istanbul on Wednesday, Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) said.
Ping-pong takes center stage at Aristotelous Square
World Table Tennis Day did not go unnoticed in Thessaloniki on Wednesday, as a local association dedicated to the sport set up ping-pong tables at downtown Aristotelous Square.
Greece sells 26-week T-bills at a yield of 1.90%
Greece on Wednesday successfully auctioned a 26-week Treasury bills issue, raising 500 million euros from the market at a lower interest rate.
Greek scientists develop algorithm to help keeps beaches pristine
Greek researchers have developed an algorithm to help manage overcrowding on protected beaches in the western Peloponnese.