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“I’m a piece of sh–, I don’t care any more”: Jensen Huang exhausted in final hours at Nvidia, how he confessed to affair

Bloomberg reveals the behind-the-scenes events leading to the Nvidia founder’s departure, his confession to the company’s chief legal officer, his changing behaviour and the succession battle, as he worries about his wife ahead of congressional testimony. Jensen Huang seemed like a different man during his final days at Nvidia. The man once renowned for his […]

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Bild reveals Russia’s demands in Abu Dhabi: Finland to leave NATO, Baltic bases to be removed

The German newspaper has outlined some of the proposals Russia is said to have put forward in Abu Dhabi for a new security order in Europe – Moscow remains adamant over Donbas, Moldova could become a federal state, and Russia is offering concessions over Belarus – Kremlin denies demanding Finland’s withdrawal

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Politics

Greece, France and Cyprus coordinate: Greek and Cypriot PMs share smiles in Dublin over electricity cable, as Macron plays key role

Greek, Cypriot and French leaders held separate talks ahead of today’s informal EU summit, focusing on the electricity interconnector, while Mitsotakis prepares to thank European partners for their response to the Turkey-Libya maritime memorandum

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Weather in Greece: African dust peaks today as temperatures hit nearly 8°C above normal

African dust concentrations are expected to intensify across Greece on Friday, with temperatures reaching 26°C, nearly eight degrees above seasonal averages, according to the forecast...

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Get your calculators out for opinion polls and governments, the complaints over the mini reshuffle, Mitsotakis summons northern Athens mayors over building coefficients, Avis splits with Skroutz

Hello there. After almost eight years, it would probably be rather excessive to hold Mitsotakis accountable, in substance, because a deputy minister appointed a year...

World

British Airways plane strikes runway with its tail during landing attempt at Heathrow, watch video

A British Airways flight from Amsterdam to London struck the runway with its tail during an attempted landing at Heathrow Airport. The aircraft subsequently landed...

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: One in three households faces financial hardship, while 59.9% want wage and pension rises to tackle high prices

On fraud and tax evasion, 65.8% believe the authorities responsible...

Kikilias: Tender approved for two state-of-the-art offshore patrol vessels over 80 metres long

The minister said the publication of the tender marked an...

> 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

Melbourne’s best homemade pita crowned at Great Greek Pita Bake Off

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

The Greek side secured a thrilling 4–3 victory, scoring three goals in the final 20...

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...

Eretria’s Roman baths to be restored and brought back to prominence

Billy Idol to perform at Release Athens this summer

The legendary Generation X frontman has enjoyed a career spanning almost five decades

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...

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...

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...

Brother of Olympic champion Pyrros Dimas arrested over doping allegations involving weightlifters and his young son

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

Six mayors have appealed to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to withdraw proposed planning changes that could significantly increase construction in...

Greek frigate Nearchos begins maiden voyage under Greek flag to collect its weapons in Brest

Greece’s second FDI frigate will be equipped with Aster-30 and Exocet missiles, MU90 torpedoes and...

Weather in Greece: African dust peaks today as temperatures hit nearly 8°C above normal

African dust concentrations are expected to intensify across Greece on Friday, with temperatures reaching 26°C,...

Israeli military sees no urgent need to attack Iran: What emerged from Netanyahu-Eisenkot meeting

Conflicting reports have emerged over the security briefing given to Yashar leader Gadi Eisenkot, with Israel's military reportedly opposing an...

Nvidia scandal: Who was Alice Huang really working for? Secret links to Huawei and the $7.5bn mystery

CNBC revelations expose the 42-year-old’s business links to Huawei, Nvidia’s...

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...

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

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

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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Self-employed to pay less tax in 2027 as surcharges on imputed income are scrapped

More than 155,000 self-employed people are expected to pay less tax in 2027, as surcharges...

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...

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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