Athenian tavernas: serving up tradition

When you hear the word “taverna,” what images spring to mind? Perhaps it’s a tight space, a basement, tables covered with parchment paper or checkered tablecloths. Wine barrels are at the rear, the walls are covered in vintage photos and notices regarding  the policies of the establishment, often informing customers that food and drink are…

North Macedonia’s new president triggers diplomatic spat with Greece

North Macedonia’s new president, Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, has sparked a diplomatic crisis with Greece following her decision during her swearing-in ceremony to refer to her country simply as “Macedonia” rather than the constitutional name “North Macedonia.” John Psaropoulos, an independent journalist based in Athens and Al Jazeera’s Southeast Europe correspondent, joins Thanos Davelis to look into…