Quake of 4.5 magnitude strikes off Zakynthos
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the southwestern coast of Zakynthos island at 5.49 a.m. on Wednesday, the Institute of Geodynamics of the National Observatory of Athens said.
Thessaloniki metro testing sidelines riders
Thessaloniki’s metro will shut down completely for one month, from November 10 to December 10, less than a year after opening. The closure allows testing of trains and systems for the Kalamaria extension, expected to launch in late February or early March.
NTV correspondent caught on camera saying Erdogan ‘gained nothing’ from Trump talks
A video circulating on social media shows a correspondent for Turkish broadcaster NTV saying President Recep Tayyip Erdogan “gained nothing” from his White House meeting with US President Donald Trump, while also alluding to rivalries within Erdogan’s circle.
Strong data help retail leader Sklavenitis expand further
Sklavenitis group, the largest retailer in Greece, ended 2024 with turnover of more than 5.5 billion euros.
Common Greek-US plan on shipping American LNG in the next few months
Greek and US officials are working closely to develop a joint plan to transport American liquefied natural gas through Greek-owned ships.
Greece must balance tech innovation and safety, expert tells AI conference
Greece must strike a delicate balance between embracing technological innovation to expand students’ capabilities and enforcing safety restrictions, an expert said at a forum on artificial intelligence (AI) in Athens on Wednesday. The event was co-organized by Kathimerini in association with The New York Times.
Greece general strike disrupts services across the country
A nationwide general strike in Greece left ferries tied up in port and disrupted public transportation across the capital on Wednesday, as public and private sector workers protest changes to the country’s labor laws.
Thessaloniki metro testing sidelines riders
Thessaloniki’s metro will shut down completely for one month, from November 10 to December 10, less than a year after opening. The closure allows testing of trains and systems for the Kalamaria extension, expected to launch in late February or early March.
Global experts debate AI impact
The 2025 Athens Democracy Forum commenced on Tuesday, co-organized by Kathimerini, in association with The New York Times.
Gov’t unveils ‘bold’ military overhaul
The Defense Ministry has submitted a sweeping defense reform bill aimed at reshaping the Armed Forces into a more flexible force with higher combat readiness and salaries aligned with training and responsibilities.