Opera meets history: Maria Callas night at the agora
The Ministry of Tourism marked the 48th anniversary of Maria Callas’ death with a commemorative event on Tuesday at the Roman Agora, a site steeped in history beneath the Acropolis.
Ankara halts ship, Athens on alert
Questions swirled on Tuesday over Turkey’s decision not to proceed with planned oceanographic research in the Aegean Sea, despite a navigation notice that indicated operations would begin early Monday.
Divers recover artifacts from the Titanic’s sister ship Britannic for the first time
Divers have recovered artifacts from the Titanic’s sister ship, the Britannic, for the first time since the ocean liner sank in the Aegean Sea more than a century ago after striking a mine during World War I.
Washington visit for maritime affairs minister
After London, Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Vassilis Kikilias will visit Washington this week for contacts with US government officials, members of Congress and representatives of the shipping and energy industry.
Bonds appeal to the Far East
On Wednesday, the PDMA is proceeding with one of its last market forays for 2025.
Cyprus state jobs up 2.1% in 2Q
Employment in Cyprus’ broad public sector increased to 77,314 people in the second quarter of 2025, marking a 2.1% annual rise compared with the same period of 2024, according to data released by the Statistical Service of Cyprus on Monday.
Having trouble sleeping? Here’s when you should see a doctor
Adjusting your sleep hygiene and trying a few bedtime hacks are generally good ideas. But sometimes, keeping a consistent bedtime or putting away your phone isn’t enough.
Growthfund launches forum for investors
The Hellenic Innovation and Infrastructure Fund (HIIF), the new investment branch of Greece’s Growthfund, was the focus of the Athens International Investor Summit (AIIS) on Tuesday, on the theme of “Investing in Infrastructure as a Lever for Development.”
Significant increase in new mortgages
Greek banks have this month launched special offers on loans for the purchase of a main residence and interest rate reductions, in an effort to make home ownership attractive to borrowers who do not fall under the “My Home II” program.
BoG raises inflation estimate
Eurosystem expects Greece’s EU-harmonized consumer price index to end up at 3.1% this year.