University tensions simmer as more threats directed at rectors
More threats were directed at the rectors of Greece’s major universities in slogans painted on the walls of the the Athens University of Economics and Business (ASOE).
New Cyprus FM meets with Greek counterpart
The newly appointed Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Cyprus, Ioannis Kasoulides, met with his Greek counterpart, Nikos Dendias, on Wednesday.
Artist Chrestos Sarakatsianos dies after long illness
Renowned painter, sculptor, and engraver Chrestos Sarakatsianos passed away at the age of 85 on Wednesday after a long illness.
Beyond the EastMed pipeline: An opportunity for Greece
Nikos Tsafos joins The Greek Current to talk about his latest op-ed in Kathimerini, in which he explores the impact the proposed EastMed gas pipeline has had on the region despite questions over its feasibility, looks at the shift in US policy on this project, and explains how this presents a unique opportunity for Greece…
Pfizer boss Albert Bourla wins Genesis Prize for vaccine development
Albert Bourla, chairman and chief executive of global pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Inc, was awarded the prestigious Genesis Prize for his efforts in leading the development of a Covid-19 vaccine.
Demand tight in Greece’s first 2022 market foray
Greece received 11 billion euros of demand for a new 10-year bond sale on Wednesday, tapping the markets at a challenging time as the European Central Bank’s pandemic bond-buying stimulus scheme is set to end in March.
New jets increase Greece’s deterrent power, says PM
The arrival of the first six of 24 advanced fighter jets Greece is acquiring from France will increase the country’s deterrent power and are a clear sign it is “changing and flourishing,” Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Wednesday.
Greece boosts air force with advanced French jet fighters
French-built fighter jets roared Wednesday over the Acropolis as Greece races to modernize its military and flaunts new security alliances aimed at checking neighboring Turkey.
Greece’s first six Rafale jets mark arrival with salute over Acropolis
The first six Rafale fighter jets Greece has purchased from France as part of a new defense agreement flew over the Acropolis in a salute on Wednesday after making the journey from Istres near Marseilles to Athens.
EU vice-president holds up Pfizer CEO as paradigm for Greek universities
European Commission Vice-President Margaritis Schinas has expressed his desire to see Greek universities making headlines for their educational qualities and for producing more graduates like the Greek chief executive of US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, Albert Bourla.