Pelion chestnut crop slumps
Climate change has affected the production of chestnuts in the villages of Mount Pelion, in Magnesia, this year, as the long summer drought did not allow the nuts to grow, according to local producers.
Central bank: Housing problem is worsening
Greece’s housing problem is deteriorating considerably, the Bank of Greece said in its recent financial stability report, noting that housing costs as a percentage of disposable income reached 35.5% in 2024.
Overdue taxes rise by €5.7 billion in 2025
Overdue taxes increased by 5.7 billion euros between January and August 2025, according to data from the Independent Public Revenue Authority (AADE).
Government to present bill on OPEKEPE transfer, minister outlines farmer payments
Rural Development Minister Christos Kellas said that the bill for transferring the responsibilities of agricultural aid agency OPEKEPE to the Independent Public Revenue Authority (AADE) has to be voted by the end of the year, as per the European Commission.
Railings removed from Palace of Galerius after public backlash
The iron railings placed by the Thessaloniki Ephorate of Antiquities around the Ancient Roman Palace of Galerius, on Navarinou Square, were removed on Wednesday after public debate and widespread reaction to how the archaeological site was being protected.
AmCham holds its 21st Tax Forum next Monday
The American-Hellenic Chamber of Commerce is organizing on Monday, November 3, its 21st annual Tax Forum at the Athens Concert Hall.
Dump truck rolls over onto car in Vari, spills dirt
A dump truck crashed into a car on Wednesday morning in southern Athens, spilling dirt over the vehicle and trapping its driver, police said.
Two arrested after motorcycle chase in Menidi
Two men were arrested after they failed to stop for a routine police check on Tuesday, authorities said.
Greek entrepreneur among figures appointed UNESCO Goodwill Ambassadors
Costantza Sbokou-Constantakopoulou, architect, co-owner and Chairwoman of hotel company Phāea, and Chair of Endeavor Greece, has been appointed Goodwill Ambassador for the Protection and Promotion of Culture, UNESCO announced on Tuesday.
Decree finalized on new building code bonuses
The presidential decree outlining incentives under Greece’s New Building Regulation (NOK) has been sent to the National Printing Office, alongside two decisions detailing procedures for “legalizing” building permits annulled by court rulings.