Moody’s upgrade significant for the Greek economy, says gov’t spox
Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis described Moody’s decision to upgrade Greece’s economy to investment grade as a significant development in a social media post.
Bishop Ioannis of Korytsa elected as new Archbishop of Albania
Bishop Ioannis of Korytsa (Korce) was elected by the Holy Synod on Sunday as the new Archbishop of Tirana, Durres and All Albania, following the passing of Archbishop Anastasios.
Gilad Atzmon Quartet | Athens | March 22
The Gilad Atzmon Quartet, led by the renowned saxophonist of the same name, will present a tribute to the legendary jazz composer and saxophonist John Coltrane at the Theater of the No (3 Konstantinou Palaiologou) on March 22.
59 dead and more than 150 injured in nightclub fire in North Macedonia
A massive fire tore through a nightclub in North Macedonia ’s eastern town of Kocani early Sunday, killing 59 people and injuring 155, authorities said.
Costas Baltazanis & Friends | Athens | March 20
Renowned guitarist Costas Baltazanis, a key figure on the improvisational music scene, returns from New York for a special performance at the Half Note Jazz Club (17 Trivonianou)
When a goddess enters the digital age
Tucked away just 38 kilometers southeast of Athens, the Vravrona Archaeological Museum is a often-overlooked gem. Here, nestled beside the Erasinus River, lies the Sanctuary of Artemis, a place of worship for women and children, due to the goddess’ dual role as protector of childbirth and young life.
Mitsotakis expresses condolences to North Macedonia after deadly fire
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis extended his condolences to the people of North Macedonia for the 59 lives lost in the devastating fire in Kocani, in a post on X.
Greece offers condolences and support to North Macedonia after deadly fire
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis expressed his condolences and offered support to counterpart from North Macedonia counterpart, Timcho Mucunski, following a devastating nightclub fire in the city of Kocani that claimed 51 lives.
The Silent Language of Plants | Athens | March 17 – April 14
The Hellenic American Union (22 Massalias) presents the group show “The Silent Language of Plants,” curated by biologist and curator Nina Fragopoulou.
University of York eyes expansion in Greece, Mitsotakis says
As part of his regular weekly review, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlighted the University of York’s interest in opening a branch in Greece, following his government’s passage of a 2024 law allowing the establishment of private universities.