ATHEX: Bourse posts gains of 5.42% for January
January proved to be a month of considerable growth for Greek stocks.
Vocational education
One of the key shortcomings of Greece’s educational system is vocational education, which is still regarded as “second-class.”
Professional academies to bridge job market gaps
The Education Ministry is moving forward with the creation of professional academies in partnership with the private sector, aiming to align vocational training with industry needs.
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Reds struggle but beat Efes, Greens stumble in Italy
Olympiakos remained at the top of the Euroleague table via a hard-fought home win against Anadolu Efes.
Two boys hospitalized after altercation among teens
Two young boys were hospitalized for treatment following a clash on Friday with fellow minors near a school in the Thessaloniki suburb of Stavroupoli. According to reports, the altercation was triggered by a social media post.
Fire service internal investigation into Tempe disaster response underway
An internal disciplinary investigation is underway within the fire service regarding officials’ handling of the Tempe railway disaster, particularly the inspection into the cause of the fire.
The EU faces ruthlessness
The European Union has to fight for survival while at a serious disadvantage: While it is, by definition, the product of consensus and gradual evolution, its rivals are disruptive, determined and ruthless.
As Europe heats up, urban death rates could soar, study warns
A new study, co-authored by Greek researchers and published in Nature Medicine, warns that climate change could increase premature deaths in European cities by up to 50% over the coming decades.
Man arrested for involvement in murder of surveyor last year
A 48-year-old man was arrested on Friday following a relevant warrant in connection with the murder of 54-year-old surveyor Panagiotis Stathis in Athens last July.