Wine to bring out feta’s formidable qualities
A barley rusk, a freshly picked tomato and a slice of feta: This is the ultimate luxury of simplicity.
Deputy foreign minister highlights economic reforms, transatlantic cooperation in New York
Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Tasos Chatzivasileiou delivered a message of confidence, reform, and strengthened transatlantic ties during an official dinner hosted by the Hellenic American Bankers Association (HABA) in New York on Thursday night.
Author Sofka Zinovieff discusses her work and how Greek life has influenced it
The writer Sofka Zinovieff was born in England but has spent decades of her adult life living in Greece. She loves the country as perhaps only someone who adopts it can.
Speed, spin and the struggle for the narrative
It was a remarkably swift reaction. Around 10 a.m., the expert report on the Tempe railway disaster – authored by National Technical University of Athens professor Dimitris Karonis – was released to the public. By 10.36 a.m., government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis was already delivering a conclusion live on Skai TV.
Dust levels in Athens rise above safety thresholds
Thick African dust blanketed the Athens metropolitan area on Friday, reducing visibility and creating a hazy atmosphere across Attica. The dust, combined with heavy cloud cover, kept temperatures below 23 degrees Celsius, even in central Athens.
ESEE: Commerce, economy’s strongest sector, must be reinforced as key driver
Greek commerce must be reinforced and positioned as a key driver of economic growth within the country’s evolving development model, Stavros Kafounis, President of the Hellenic Confederation of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (ESEE), noted during a meeting with Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos on Thursday.
Odette Is not Dead | Athens | May 19-20
“Odette Is not Dead,” the latest performance by artist duo Satanellas (Sofia Puktou and Chrysanthi Fytiza), explores adulthood as a journey with no clear destination.
Unpaid power bills soar 40%
The overdue debts of electricity consumers to providers skyrocketed in 2024, recording a jump of 39.9% compared to 2023.
Rural lawmakers rebuke zoning decree
A growing rift between regional lawmakers and the government over a new presidential decree took center stage on Thursday, as members of the ruling New Democracy party openly voiced their concerns during a meeting with Environment Minister Stavros Papastavrou.
High-speed ferry fares cut for families, groups ahead of summer season
Ticket prices for high-speed ferries have been cut by up to 32% for families and groups of more than three travelers, Shipping and Island Policy Minister Vassilis Kikilias announced Friday.