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Politics

Marc poll: New Democracy’s lead rises to 14.7 points, with support reaching 30.5%

Government approval stands at 36%, while Kyriakos Mitsotakis rises to 31% as the most suitable candidate for prime minister – PASOK extends its lead as the most credible opposition party, while Nikos Androulakis continues to score poorly – Watch the survey presentation

Economy

Trump backs former Apple CEO Tim Cook to replace Jensen Huang at Nvidia

‘A legend replacing a legend,’ the US president says in a post on Truth Social

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Greece

From competitive fishing to underwater target shooting: How sporting achievements can secure university places without entrance exams

The rules governing Olympic and non-Olympic sports, bonus points and the conditions athletes must meet

Politics

‘In the eye of the storm’: Greece’s crisis-era prime ministers, humiliation and the hidden exercise of power

The unseen side of the crisis and the manoeuvres of those at the centre of power behind closed doors, as documented in a book by...

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Basketball phones and the surprises they may reveal, mayors up in arms over building rules, and a decisive day for Tsavdaridis

The possible revelations from a basketball corruption investigation, pressure on the government over building regulations, and developments in the Tsavdaridis affair dominate today's political and...

Politics

Abeille Marengo enters international waters today as Turkey’s possible response comes under scrutiny

The French research vessel has passed Kasos and is sailing south-southeast of Karpathos as Greece and Cyprus assert their authority over the cable project, while...

Diplomatic manoeuvring in Dublin: Greek PM to raise Turkey-Libya maritime deal, as Ankara keeps a low profile

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis plans to thank EU partners for their support over the Turkey-Libya maritime agreement, as tensions...

Marc poll: New Democracy’s lead rises to 14.7 points, with support reaching 30.5%

Government approval stands at 36%, while Kyriakos Mitsotakis rises to...

‘In the eye of the storm’: Greece’s crisis-era prime ministers, humiliation and the hidden exercise of power

The unseen side of the crisis and the manoeuvres of...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Tatoi royal estate to reopen with three museums, Rolls-Royces and 4,350 historic treasures

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Greece’s population set to fall to 7.6 million by 2080, EU report warns

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Pierrakakis: Greece is “Europe’s Champion” in tackling tax evasion, says Hoekstra, praising “impressive results”

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Greek yoghurt tops UK exports as sales surge by 67%

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Greeks are drinking more wine as consumption rises 11.1%, industry figures show

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Parthenon Sculptures: How their repatriation could be achieved – The “loopholes” in British law

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Tatoi royal estate to reopen with three museums, Rolls-Royces and 4,350 historic treasures

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Greece’s population set to fall to 7.6 million by 2080, EU report warns

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Pierrakakis: Greece is “Europe’s Champion” in tackling tax evasion, says Hoekstra, praising “impressive results”

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Greek yoghurt tops UK exports as sales surge by 67%

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Greeks are drinking more wine as consumption rises 11.1%, industry figures show

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Parthenon Sculptures: How their repatriation could be achieved – The “loopholes” in British law

A Visitor’s Dream: Athens’ 23 Most Interesting Restaurants

The list a true Athenian shares only with friends: beloved local spots, ambitious kitchens and a few surprises

Fall Foliage in Greece: 6 Forests to Walk This Season

Misty valleys, centaur-haunted oaks and pines running to the sea, plus the easiest way to reach each one

Athens’ 30 Best Vintage and Secondhand Shops, From Couture to Kilo

Archival Mugler, '90s slips and Hawaiian shirts: where to find them in Kolonaki, Exarchia, Psirri, Koukaki and beyond

‘Ochi Day’ 2026 in Athens and Thessaloniki: Parades, Free Museums and Long Lunches

A 3am refusal, a winter war and how to spend October 28th, from Kerameikos to the White Tower

Michelin Guide Greece 2027: All 62 Restaurants, and Where the Stars Landed

From Athens tasting menus to Thessaloniki meze and a two-star debut in Oia, where to book your next stellar outing.

Thessaloniki’s International Film Festival 2026: The Films, Events & Experiences

From November 5–15, this great waterfront city welcomes us for 11 days of screenings, exhibitions, conversations and late nights.

Making the Most of the Athens Marathon 2026

A mini guide designed to offer you the very best experience of this year's Athens Authentic Marathon on November 8

Idyllic Green and Urban Fall Routes and Cozy Stops in Central Athens

Three walks through the National Garden, up Lycabettus and across Filopappou, their highlights and ideas for afterward

Greece’s Best Museums for 2026: From Athens to the Islands

Cultural places for what they do best: provoke, contextualize, inspire and surprise

Athens’ Best Italian Restaurants: 21 Essential Picks

Pasta made by hand, pizza dough given time to rise and wine lists that go deep into Italy's many regions and tastes

Team Greece reach All Nations Cup semi-finals after dramatic win over England

Greek Community of Melbourne schools turn family recipes into digital cookbook

‘One Recipe, One Story’ project brings generations together to preserve family memories and Greek cultural...

Modern Greek studies at La Trobe University receive a boost

La Trobe University’s Greek Studies programme has received a significant boost, with the reinstatement of...

Liberals pledge $1.5 million to Greek Community of Melbourne cultural initiatives

Opposition promises $1 million for the Antipodes Festival and $500,000 for a new theatre and...

Billy Idol to perform at Release Athens this summer

Tatoi royal estate to reopen with three museums, Rolls-Royces and 4,350 historic treasures

Greece’s former royal estate at Tatoi is preparing to reopen following a major restoration, with three museums, thousands of royal...

Parthenon Sculptures: How their repatriation could be achieved – The “loopholes” in British law

Three separate provisions have been passed since 2004 that bypass the 1963 law prohibiting the...

Battle over the Parthenon Sculptures in the British Parliament: “If someone had stolen the Crown Jewels, we’d want them back, not on loan”

Government refuses to amend 1963 law as voices in the House of Lords increasingly call...

Tasting wines from around the Peloponnese at the first Tsabi Wine Fest on November 15

Twenty-four Peloponnesian wineries, over 100 labels and four sommelier-led masterclasses create an ideal opportunity for...

Actor Stacy Keach dies aged 85: Golden Globe-winning actor and legendary TV detective Mike Hammer

The American actor, who played Barabbas in Franco Zeffirelli's Jesus of Nazareth, died in Poland...

US arrests Iranian ‘King of Instagram’ over fraud, robbery and extortion: Photos of cash, naked women and debauchery

Farzad ‘Tony’ Toutouni, 55, was arrested in late October after a lengthy criminal history and...

Greek mayors and ruling party MPs rebel against new building density plans in Athens’ northern suburbs

Papastavrou at UN Climate Conference: ‘Greece a European pioneer, protecting 35% of its seas by 2027’

At the Greek pavilion, under the slogan ‘Climate: A Greek word, a global challenge’, the Environment and Energy Minister spoke...

From competitive fishing to underwater target shooting: How sporting achievements can secure university places without entrance exams

The rules governing Olympic and non-Olympic sports, bonus points and the conditions athletes must meet

Waiter remanded in custody over €206m Thessaloniki tax fraud scheme: ‘I got involved because I was good at my job’

A 56-year-old waiter accused of managing a network of straw men has been remanded in...

Just one hour outside his cell and no conjugal visits: Russell Brand’s life in prison after 10.5-year sentence

Russell Brand faces a drastically different life behind bars following his conviction for rape and sexual assaults, with restricted family...

Trump questions fairness of midterm election results: ‘Does anyone believe they were fair?’

In a post on Truth Social, the US president also...

Jensen Huang resigns from Nvidia, company’s shares plunge

Colette Kress to take over as interim CEO – Nvidia...

Netanyahu to meet Eisenkot amid reports of possible Israeli military action against Iran

Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot has demanded regular security briefings...

Shark spotted just metres from shore in Amfilochia – Watch the video

Toxic smog is choking India and Pakistan: Pollution soars, with fine particulate levels in Lahore 60 times higher than the WHO limit

Lahore tops the global air pollution rankings, while New Delhi imposes restrictions on vehicles and construction activities

Wolf attacks in Greece: Professor warns against growing presence in cities and tourist beaches

At least six reported wolf attacks involving children and adults in Greece in 2026 – ‘The wolf is a wild...

Laguna Coast Foundation: Naxos at the centre of international scientific research into the climate crisis and the future of islands

Scientists from eight countries took part in the 5th International IAG DENUCHANGE Workshop, highlighting Laguna as a site for scientific...

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Trump backs former Apple CEO Tim Cook to replace Jensen Huang at Nvidia

‘A legend replacing a legend,’ the US president says in a post on Truth Social

Who is Colette Kress, the interim Nvidia CEO replacing Jensen Huang?

Nvidia’s board is launching a search for a new chief executive, considering candidates from both...

Stournaras: Ethics, transparency and the new challenges of artificial intelligence at the heart of ECB agenda

Bank of Greece Governor addresses the ECB Ethics and Compliance Committee’s meeting

TasteAtlas ranks Greek melomakarona second among the world’s best cookies

TasteAtlas ranks Greek melomakarona second among the world’s best cookies

The Taste of Naxos: 9 Stops Far From the Tourist Trail

The Taste of Naxos: 9 Stops Far From the Tourist Trail

The best Margherita pizza in the world is served in Vari: The Greek restaurant awarded in Milan

The best Margherita pizza in the world is served in Vari: The Greek restaurant awarded in Milan

Time Out: The 20 Best Food Cities in the world – Where Athens ranked

Time Out: The 20 Best Food Cities in the world – Where Athens ranked

A Greek restaurant in the 101 best steakhouses in the world

A Greek restaurant in the 101 best steakhouses in the world

Jamie Oliver Kitchen at Golden Hall: A culinary experience that complements shopping

Jamie Oliver Kitchen at Golden Hall: A culinary experience that complements shopping

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