Names and baptisms can now be declared online
The digitization of Greece’s public services is continuing to expand apace and now includes naming and baptism declarations through Gov.gr.
‘Russia cannot capture Kyiv’
In the first week of the war in Ukraine, retired Lieutenant General Ben Hodges dared to predict that Russia would reach its limits in about a month’s time. Undoubtedly he knows his craft pretty well.
Elpidophoros briefly admitted to hospital
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America was briefly admitted to hospital for tests before being discharged Tuesday.
US sees key role for East Med in new energy landscape
Washington has stressed the renewed importance of the eastern Mediterranean region in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and Europe’s need to cut energy dependence on Russia.
Covid uptick due to rise of Omicron BA.2
At a time when the Committee of Experts advising the Greek government on coronavirus issues is being urged to consider a timetable for a further de-escalation of restrictive measures, medical professionals are talking about a resurgence of the Covid-19 wave due to the prevalence of Omicron BA.2 in Greece and the rest of Europe.
Blaze prompts evacuation of Samos village
A wildfire in the foothills of Mt Ambelos in the northern part of Samos in the eastern Aegean crept within half a kilometer of the island village of Vourliotes on Tuesday, prompting the evacuation of its approximately 300 inhabitants as a precaution.
Greek independent authority rejects migrant pushback claims
Greece’s independent authority for transparency said Tuesday that after an in-depth investigation it has found no basis for reports that Greek authorities have illegally turned back asylum-seekers entering the country from Turkey.
Mariupol humanitarian mission called off following Putin reaction
A trilateral humanitarian aid mission to the besieged port city of Mariupol in southern Ukraine has been aborted after Russia rejected the initiative.
Capital Link’s Invest in Greece Forum in New York on April 11
Capital Link is hosting its flagship conference in New York, titled “Invest in Greece Forum: A New Era – A New Direction for Greece,” as an in-person event only, on Monday, April 11, at the Metropolitan Club in New York.
Korea’s DSR set for Posidonia debut
One of South Korea’s leading manufacturers of synthetic and steel wire ropes has decided to make its Posidonia debut this year.