Multiple challenges for cruise tourism
The cruise industry faces multiple challenges that could potentially slow its growth.
Tsipras criticizes Turkey’s opposition to power cable and F-35 sale during US event
Alexis Tsipras, currently in the United States, has criticized Turkey’s opposition to a planned undersea power cable between Greece and Cyprus, while also expressing his opposition to the potential sale of US-made F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, the former left-wing prime minister said in a social media post.
Diaspora soccer sensation follows his heart
His great-grandfather pursued a better life in the mines of Belgium. His grandfather nurtured a dream of the Greek national team. This is the story of a family that emigrated but never truly left its homeland.
Lanthimos’ ‘Bugonia’ abandons plans to film at the Acropolis
The production team behind maverick Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos’ upcoming sci-fi comedy “Bugonia” has officially abandoned efforts to film at the Athens Acropolis or any nearby archaeological site.
Turkey wants to negotiate to lift 10% additional US tariffs
Turkey wants to negotiate with the United States to lift the 10% additional tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, Trade Minister Omer Bolat said on Friday, adding these were the “best of the worst” given higher tariffs on many other countries.
Hooligans and Olympiakos chief in the dock
A total of 142 individuals will stand trial at the Three-Member Felony Court of Appeals for their involvement in a criminal organization linked to hooligan violence in the area of Renti in Athens which led to the murder in December 2023 of police officer Giorgos Lyggeridis, according to a judicial ruling released Thursday.
Cyprus approves law enabling women to volunteer for military service
Cyprus’ parliament on Thursday approved legislation allowing women to volunteer for military service in a move officials said eliminates any gender bias over who can serve in the ethnically divided island’s National Guard.
18-tear-old struck by car in Argyroupoli, hospitalized in serious condition
An 18-year-old man was seriously injured late Thursday night after being struck by a passing car while attempting to cross the service road outside the Argyroupoli metro station in southern Athens. The vehicle was driven by a 19-year-old man.
Difficult April looms for Athens
April remains a critical month for Greece as it navigates key developments in its relations with Turkey and broader geopolitical issues.
Scuffles during PM visit to power plant in north
Minor scuffles broke out outside the Amyntaio Power Plant in northern Greece on Thursday, just before Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis arrived for a scheduled visit.