Athens taxi union calls 48-hour strike
The Taxi Drivers Union of Attica (SATA) has announced a 48-hour strike in Athens beginning at 6 a.m. on Wednesday and ending at 6 a.m. on Friday in protest over regulatory and economic concerns.
Greek authorities on alert as strep A cases prompt school closures
Greek health authorities remain on alert following a rise in group A streptococcus (strep A) infections across several regions, prompting the temporary closure of schools on Monday as a precautionary measure.
Man arrested after allegedly killing elderly mother
A 50-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly killing his 84-year-old mother in the suburb of Haidari, western Athens, police said on Monday.
CAATSA sanctions not the real obstacle between Turkey and the F-35 program
Although US President Donald Trump appears committed to lifting CAATSA sanctions and reviving arms sales to Turkey – including its acquisition of F-35 fighter jets – his administration’s legal teams are dealing with a challenge that is significantly more complex.
Police deny minister link to human trafficking case
The Hellenic Police (ELAS) denied claims that Citizen Protection Minister Michalis Chrisochoidis was referenced in a human trafficking case reported in August 2024 by a 27-year-old woman.
EU probes agricultural subsidy fraud
A sweeping investigation by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) into Greece’s disbursement of agricultural subsidies has exposed what officials describe as a widespread scheme to defraud European Union funds through fictitious pastureland claims.
Greek diaspora returns to country’s property market
The search for a quality lifestyle meets the opportunities of the Greek real estate market.
Melbourne students mark Battle of Crete anniversary
Students from the Greek Community School of Melbourne’s City Campus have paid tribute to those who fought in the Battle of Crete, attending a commemorative ceremony at the city’s Shrine of Remembrance.
Seasonal jobless benefit shift
At end-2024, the unemployment rate fell to 9.4%, down 7.6 percentage points from end-2019.
US government offices in Greece to close for Memorial Day
The US Embassy in Athens and its Consular Section, the US Consulate General in Thessaloniki, and all US government offices in Greece will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. This is a US federal holiday, honoring the brave women and men who have given their lives while serving in the United States…