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Thursday
02
Jan 2025
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World

Terrorist attack in New Orleans: authorities are investigating the perpetrator’s connection with ISIS – Trump links it to illegal immigration

The gunman fell dead after a shootout with police - He was "determined" to kill as many people as possible - Ten dead and 35 wounded

Greece

Mourning for the 34-year-old father in Serres – Manhunt for the arrest of the other two perpetrators

Two of the four perpetrators arrested - They fought with the bouncer of the shop and then killed him with two stab wounds

02 Thursday Jan 2025
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Athens 9°C
Politics

Sakellaropoulou, Mitsotakis, Androulakis, Famelos, Hardalias, Dukas at the New Year’s praise service

Wells, handshakes and devotion at the first Divine Liturgy for 2025 in the Metropolis of Athens

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Zelensky: Cutting off gas supplies to Europe is one of Russia’s greatest defeats

Lagarde: ECB hopes to reach 2% inflation target in 2025

New video from Trump’s retirement party – His… viral dance and Melania’s awkward gesture

Mourning for the 34-year-old father in Serres – Manhunt for the arrest of the other two perpetrators

Terrorist attack in New Orleans: authorities are investigating the perpetrator’s connection with ISIS – Trump links it to illegal immigration

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Greece

Weather: 42 degrees Celsius difference the first day of 2025 for Chania and Parnassos

The weather forecast until Monday

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What goes on behind closed doors

Darkroom

The good year ahead (hopefully), the blue candidates and internal party matters, the golden deal of Novibet, ADMIE’s wedge, Lamda and the Malls

The "deregulation" movement's hero & Trump's mercantilism

World

Türkiye: Anti-Israel demonstration in Istanbul – “As we liberated the Hagia Sophia, we will do the same with Al-Aqsa”, Erdogan’s son says

Western values died in Gaza, Bilal Erdogan said

> Don't miss

Greece

Parco.gov.gr: Up to 80% of children with mental disorders are addicted to the internet, explains psychiatrist

Culture

Romain Gavras: Filming for his new movie takes place in Athens, Lavrio, Drama, and Santorini

Greece

A Guinness World Record Vasilopita in Peristeri with over 70,000 pieces – See photos

Greece

Michaela, the “soul” of the drug-fueled party: Who is the Azeri DJ, cousin of Aliyev, arrested in Kalyvia – Her troubles with the law

Economy

Natural gas: European Union storage facilities are emptying fast

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> Politics

> Politics

Kyriakos Mitsotakis: With a family photo the Prime Minister’s “Happy New Year” to 2025

"Happy New Year with health and love to all and everyone!" wrote Kyriakos Mitsotakis in the caption of his Instagram...

Katerina Sakellaropoulou heard the New Year’s carols at the Presidential Palace

The President of the Republic of Cyprus held talks with...

Nikos Androulakis listened to the New Year’s carols

From the Panhellenic Federation of Cretan Cultural Associations, the Pontian...

>More Politics >Kyriakos Mitsotakis>Stefanos Kasselakis>2024 elections

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

1

Bartholomew: “We pray for an end to the bloodshed in the Middle East”

2

Liver transplantation in Turin, with a Greek donor and his eleven-month-old daughter as the recipient

3

The provocative speech of Hoxha against Greece and the 218 million drachmas that Albania received from Greece as “war reparations”

4

The Ancient Greek roots of Christmas celebrations

5

Turkish games with the Cypriot EEZ – Athens and Nicosia on alert

6

Those who commit new offences while they are released on parole must go to prison

1

Bartholomew: “We pray for an end to the bloodshed in the Middle East”

2

Liver transplantation in Turin, with a Greek donor and his eleven-month-old daughter as the recipient

3

The provocative speech of Hoxha against Greece and the 218 million drachmas that Albania received from Greece as “war reparations”

4

The Ancient Greek roots of Christmas celebrations

5

Turkish games with the Cypriot EEZ – Athens and Nicosia on alert

6

Those who commit new offences while they are released on parole must go to prison

>Travel

10 things to do in Athens – Acropolis

You’d struggle to name a more iconic sight in any part of the world

Pelion: Pelion Paths

Apart from immersing yourselves in the natural beauty of the place on its mountainous trails

Folegandros: Panagia Church

It is the island’s largest church. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Church of Panagia looks down on Chora and was built in the ruins of an ancient temple

Lake Doxa

This is another artificial lake as a result of building a dam. Lake Doxa is situated in the Corinthian mountain range and is mostly frequented

Lake Plastira

An artificial lake in the heart of mainland Greece, Lake Plastira is located in Thessaly, close to the city of Karditsa

The Milos Beaches You Simply Mustn’t Miss

People across the planet dream of visiting some of Milos' 70 incredible beaches. Make sure you experience these

Skopelos, the most beautiful island for the French

The island holds the first place in the most beautiful film locations in Greece

Egremni beach

Egremni is another gem of a beach that Lefkada has to offer

Astypalea, the top “secret” island of Greece for the British

Reminiscent of a butterfly and featuring traditional whitewashed villages, stunning sunsets and fantastic beaches, Travel Weekly writes about Astypalaia

Meteora, Kalambaka and Preveza fascinate the Serbs

The island holds the first place in the most beautiful film locations in Greece

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> Diaspora

>Diaspora

Christmas at the Metropolitan Church of Oslo

Holiday Wishes from Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

"I embrace you, with all my love and gratitude"

Students of the Greek Community of Melbourne Schools bring Christmas to Fronditha Care

The warm welcome and the tearful smiles of the elderly made the occasion truly special

His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden’s Archpastoral Encyclical 2024 on Christ’s Nativity

"Let us pray to the Lord, who deigned to be incarnated as an infant, to...

>More Diaspora

> Culture

>Culture

“The Lord of the Rings”: The award-winning music of the famous trilogy in a concert in Athens

With silent fireworks New Year celebrations in Athens

For the first time, the Greek capital will welcome the New Year with silent fireworks

New Year’s Eve at music venues and live stages: Costs, sold-out acts & last-minute deals

A mini entertainment guide for New Year’s Eve: Minimum spend and in-person reservations

Olivia Hussey: The actress who portrayed the Virgin Mary in Jesus of Nazareth has passed away

She was 73 years old - The British actress had been honored with a Golden...

>coldplay>concert>theater
>coldplay>concert>theater

> Lifestyle

>Lifestyle

Two top men’s fragrances of the year that do not go unnoticed

Every year there are fragrances that stand out in an ever-evolving universe that offers sensory...

Denzel Washington: Baptized and ordained as a minister in a New York church

See photos from the ceremony

Sephora Kids: The new alarming trend on TikTok – Wearing makeup for school from the age of 9

Pre-teen girls are frenziedly buying expensive cosmetics, teenagers are becoming obsessed with skincare – Influencers...

>More Lifestyle

> Society

>Society

Mourning for the 34-year-old father in Serres – Manhunt for the arrest of the other two perpetrators

Public Transport timetables for New Year’s Day and Epiphany

How the Metro lines 2-3, the HSTAP and the Tram will move

Serres: The perpetrators of the murder of the 34-year-old man have been identified – They killed him with two stab wounds

Three Greeks aged 30, 28 and 27 years old and an Albanian 29 years old...

Weather: 42 degrees Celsius difference the first day of 2025 for Chania and Parnassos

The weather forecast until Monday

>weather>heat wave
>weather>heat wave

> World

> World

Zelensky: Cutting off gas supplies to Europe is one of Russia’s greatest defeats

Ukraine's president denounced Moscow for "cynical energy blackmail" - Russian gas deliveries through Ukraine finally stopped this morning

New video from Trump’s retirement party – His… viral dance and Melania’s awkward gesture

Trump dances the YMCA song and Melania avoids touching him...

Terrorist attack in New Orleans: authorities are investigating the perpetrator’s connection with ISIS – Trump links it to illegal immigration

The gunman fell dead after a shootout with police -...

Terrorist attack with 10 dead in New Orleans: The attacker was a man, wanted to kill – He shot and wounded 2 police officers

At least 35 injured - Most victims are residents of...

>More World News

> Environment

>Environment

Concern over the next major volcanic eruption: We are not prepared for the chaos it will cause

Plastic pollution: Why scientists say “stop” to ocean clean-up

Experts express concern about the impact on the environment of initiatives by organisations that allow waste collection

Panyaden International School: Sustainable architecture masterpieces built with mud and bamboo

How Marcus Roselieb crafted a unique school in Thailand, blending natural materials with innovative design to create an award-winning architectural...

COP16: Droughts cost nearly €300 billion annually worldwide, warns the UN

Droughts are projected to affect 75% of the global population by 2050, urging immediate investments in nature-based solutions

>More Environment

> Economy

ATHEX 0.92 1469.67 13.36

> Economy

  • ATHEX 0.92 1469.67 13.36

Lagarde: ECB hopes to reach 2% inflation target in 2025

Lagarde: ECB hopes to reach 2% inflation target in 2025

HELLENiQ ENERGY: Completion of the transfer of 35% of DEPA Emporia to the Hellenic State Development Fund

The announcement of the Athens Exchange listed company

PPC: Keeps green tariffs stable in January

Discounts to consumers in 2024 exceeded €550 million - See the detailed price list

>More Economy >ELSTAT>taxes>business

Mediterranean Cuisine

EODY: What to watch out for at the festive tables – Its advice on food

EODY: What to watch out for at the festive tables – Its advice on food

Taste Atlas “praises” ribs and kleftiko – They made the list of the 100 best foods in the world

Taste Atlas “praises” ribs and kleftiko – They made the list of the 100 best foods in the world

The secrets that have made mastic a global trend

The secrets that have made mastic a global trend

Greek Cuisine tops the world at Taste Atlas Awards – The ten dishes that secured first place

Greek Cuisine tops the world at Taste Atlas Awards – The ten dishes that secured first place

Delicious homemade gyro & sweet potato chips: A recipe that you can’t resist

Delicious homemade gyro & sweet potato chips: A recipe that you can’t resist

Best Places to Eat in Athens’ Kolonaki

Best Places to Eat in Athens’ Kolonaki

>Photo of the day

The legendary village of Dimitsana, Peloponnese – Greece