Murder and reason
One of the most recent murders on Crete – specifically that in the village of Elos in Kissamos, Hania – makes us wonder why such heinous acts seem to be concentrated in the island’s western highlands.
Teachers’ unions to hold nationwide protests on Thursday
Teachers’ unions will hold a protest in Athens at noon on Thursday, with similar demonstrations planned in dozens of cities across Greece, demanding the immediate filling of vacant teaching posts and increased funding for public education.
Rescue operation underway for migrants south of Crete
The Coast Guard launched a nighttime rescue operation Wednesday after a boat carrying about 75 to 80 migrants was spotted in distress south of the island of Gavdos, near Crete, state broadcaster ERT reported.
New terms for ‘My Home 2’
The government is working on new terms for the “My Home 2” program in an effort to save the program’s resources which are not expected to be spent.
Athens Marathon to bring traffic restrictions from Thursday to Sunday
Traffic restrictions will be in effect across central Athens beginning as early as Thursday through Sunday due to the 42nd Authentic Athens Marathon and related races.
ATHEX: CCHBC keeps index in the black
The bourse equivalent of a “photo finish” was required on Wednesday to determine whether buyers had edged out sellers.
Need to recalibrate
The handling of the Hellenic Post (ELTA) case underscores the need for the government to recalibrate its political strategy and communication approach
Shake-up in the Greek wine industry
Greece’s wine industry remains very dynamic, as after the acquisitions of the previous months, it was announced on Monday that the Ktima Sigala estate was fully acquired by the Kyr-Yiannis company headed by Stelios Boutaris.
Autopsy reveals details of victim’s death in Crete shootout
Fanouris Kargakis, one of the two people killed in Saturday’s shootout in Vorizia, Crete, died from bullets fired by one or two Kalashnikov-type rifles, according to state broadcaster ERT, citing initial autopsy findings.
Most public buildings pass earthquake checks
About 93% of Greece’s public buildings are in good condition, according to the latest two-year survey by the Hellenic Earthquake Planning and Protection Organization (OASP). However, 21% show higher seismic risk and will undergo secondary inspections.