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Kolonos explosion caused by detonator-equipped device, as building manager alerts police
A police officer who opened the bag was taken to the 401 Military Hospital, while his colleague and two civilians, including the building manager, were taken to Evangelismos Hospital – none is in a life-threatening condition
World
All 27 EU member states condemn Turkey-Libya maritime deal as ‘invalid’
In a unanimous statement, the EU says the 2019 memorandum violates the sovereign rights of third countries and cannot have legal consequences for them
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Sports
Eight complaints led to arrests in Greek basketball scandal as 50 matches investigated for alleged fixing
Alleged match-fixing reportedly ranged from the top division to school and youth competitions – eight witnesses have given statements, with two considered particularly significant in driving the investigation forward
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Greece
Roads reopen after demonstrations by thousands of students and teachers protesting over education costs and housing
Across the country, mass demonstrations were held by youths and education faculty in a call for better studying and living conditions
What goes on behind closed doors
DarkroomNew polls, Mitsotakis’ election strategy, a UAE royal visit, Viva’s clash with Bank of Cyprus and soaring ferry costs
New opinion polls shape Greece’s political outlook as the government prepares for protests, while business deals, energy prices, banking disputes and mounting pressure on ferry...
World
Putin and US envoy hold crucial Ukraine peace talks as Russia frees US prisoner
The Russian president thanked Trump for his peace efforts and announced the release of a 74-year-old American prisoner in a goodwill gesture, as Moscow prepares...
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Protecting kids from digital addiction is everyone’s responsibility: Minister of State reveals new measures
Minister of State Akis Skertsos outlines the measures taken by...
Dendias: Cyberattack on critical infrastructure is a matter of national security
Speaking at the Cyber Greece 2026 conference, Greece’s Minister of...
> This week's Highlights
>This week's Highlights
Archbishop Ieronymos and Archbishop Makarios discuss the future of Hellenism in Australia
Their meeting at the headquarters of the Archdiocese of Athens was held in a particularly...
Greece and France forge cultural alliance
Lina Mendoni and French Ambassador Nicolas Kassianides agree to cooperate on cultural heritage protection, museums, cinema and audiovisual media
Father Antonios unanimously acquitted in Ark of the World child abuse case
A court in north-western Greece has cleared the charity's founder and two co-defendants of allegations involving children at residential facilities....
Shocking data on the environmental crime in the Kifisos: Lack of oxygen is killing fish
What scientific studies and the HCMR’s live monitoring data reveal about uncontrolled pollution – 4,839 tonnes of biochemical oxygen demand,...
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New food price surge threatens Greece as Black Sea disruption drives up costs – What to expect in 2027
Wheat prices have risen by more than 30% since the start of 2026, while freight...
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
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