Arrests in Patra ahead of Polytechnic anniversary marches
Police in Patra carried out about 20 arrests during preventive checks in the city center before two marches marking the 52nd anniversary of the Polytechnic uprising.
Watch live: Kathimerini’s Reimagine Tourism in Greece conference
The two-day “Reimagine Tourism in Greece” initiative for the promotion of a sustainable and resilient model of tourism development in the country, begins today with its third annual conference, held at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) Lighthouse.
PM says government will allocate over 2 billion euros to support incomes
The Greek government will allocate more than two billion in the coming months to support incomes and help tackle the cost-of-living crisis, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Tuesday.
Tourism should enhance life of local communities
Tourism needs to enhance the life of local communities, promote sustainability and integrate digital transformation, Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, Secretary-General-elect of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) for the 2026–2029 term, said on Tuesday.
Greece leads EU in antibiotic consumption rates
Over 35,000 people die annually in European Union countries from infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Greece ranks first among EU nations in antibiotic consumption, with 28.5 defined daily doses per 1,000 inhabitants compared to the EU average of 20.
Athens and Kyiv seal naval drone deal
Greece and Ukraine have agreed to co-produce unmanned surface vessels, or USVs, at Greek shipyards in a move officials describe as a major outcome of Sunday’s meeting between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Hellenic Train workers hold 24-hour strike
Hellenic Train workers and train drivers launched a 24-hour nationwide strike, halting service from noon to midnight, the unions said in a statement to company management.
Crime boss murdered by associates
Police officials believe associates within an organized crime group ordered the killing of 42-year-old Giannis Lalas in early November, citing his “autonomy” and financial disputes with the gang’s leadership as motives.
Five crucial months for power linkup
The “expanded and strong” – according to Athens and Nicosia – exploratory investment interest from the US, Israel and the Gulf could see the Greece-Cyprus power interconnection (GSI) implemented after all.
Brussels expects Greek GDP growth to continue
Greece’s economy will continue to grow at a rate of 2.1% of GDP in 2025, 2.2% in 2026 and 1.7% in 2027, according to the European Commission’s fall economic forecasts issued on Monday.