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Laura in the hands of the German police

The 16-year-old was located just now and is currently in a child protection facility. Communication with her parents will take place through a social worker

Greece

Eight years after: How the Frigate “Kanaris” ran aground in four seconds

The Supreme Court assigns responsibility and reveals shocking details of the grounding

26 Thursday Feb 2026
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Athens 9°C
Greece

Two Greek islands make the list of top European destinations for 2026 – See the full top 20

Madrid tops the list – Greek islands and a tranquil coastal village follow

Greece

New admission process for Model, Experimental, Onassis, and Ecclesiastical schools: What families need to know

For the 2026–27 school year, the application platform will open in early March. The Ministry of Education seeks to establish a model of admission that...

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What goes on behind closed doors

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Pierrakakis’s fires over the “greedy bankers” and the bill (that can’t be hidden), the €2.5 million for Brad Pitt, Fessas’s move on Fourlis

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Greece

Prosecutor launches investigation into sabotage on Athens–Thessaloniki railway signaling system

The head of the Thessaloniki Appeals Prosecutor’s Office, Leonidas Nikolopoulos, has ordered a preliminary investigation into an act of sabotage recorded yesterday afternoon on the...

Mitsotakis to Samaras: ‘Greece is exercising its sovereign rights in practice — no need for alarm’ (updated)

The Prime Minister is expected to refer to the Chevron contract, giving an answer to Antonis Samaras - On the...

Anna Diamantopoulou to Protothema: Elections are existential for PASOK — Any “Crown Prince” who undermines the party has no future

PASOK faces an existential battle — if it performs poorly...

Mitsotakis at New Democracy’s pre-congress in Alexandroupoli: The fence will cover the entire Evros so that we are secure against any threat

“We made the decision to build a fence. Is Europe...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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The “little Venice” of Greece with the stone arched bridges and the great maritime history

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Ten centuries-old olive trees in New Heraklion, Attica

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The sky is selling: The top spots in Greece for astrotourism

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Enes Kanter to Protothema: “Recep Tayyip Erdogan spreads hatred against Greece and Cyprus” – What life is like as an Interpol-wanted man

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Greek-Indian relations: How Greece unlocks the world’s largest market

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What the peoples are proud of: Greeks proud of history, Italians proud of culture and Turks proud of their patriotism

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The “little Venice” of Greece with the stone arched bridges and the great maritime history

2

Ten centuries-old olive trees in New Heraklion, Attica

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The sky is selling: The top spots in Greece for astrotourism

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Enes Kanter to Protothema: “Recep Tayyip Erdogan spreads hatred against Greece and Cyprus” – What life is like as an Interpol-wanted man

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Greek-Indian relations: How Greece unlocks the world’s largest market

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What the peoples are proud of: Greeks proud of history, Italians proud of culture and Turks proud of their patriotism

Athens After Dark: Inside 30 Great Cocktail Bars

Bar-hopping made easy in a city of exceptional cocktails, all-night energy, striking design, and unforgettable experiences

Athens, with Kids: 33 Activities They’ll Actually Love

From hands‑on museums and inventive playgrounds to forest escapes and starlit domes, a carefully curated guide to Athens for families

The Best Greek Islands for Foodies

Islands where local ingredients, tradition, and craft shape every meal

A New Burger Capital? These 21 Athens Spots Make the Case

A guide to the burgers, kitchens, and flavors shaping Athens right now

Farm Life, Elevated: 21 Agritourism Retreats Across Greece

From olive groves and mountain vineyards to island farms, these guesthouses invite you to experience a slower, more grounded Greece

Laptop, Coffee, Designer Bites: The 30 Most Work-Friendly Cafés in Athens

Where the grind meets grace: a tight edit of central places for anyone who knows how to work the room

Athens’ 30 Best Vintage Stores: The Best Gift You Can Buy Yourself

From couture classics to boho one‑offs and conscious secondhand, Athens’ best addresses deliver character, craft, and seriously wearable finds

The 30 Best Street‑Food Stops in Athens, Bite by Bite

A local guide to the city’s most irresistible handheld bites, from pizza and souvlaki to banh mi and noodles

The Best Greek Islands for Thrill Seekers

Islands that ask something of the traveler and reward effort and curiosity

The 29 Best Restaurants Defining Thessaloniki’s Food Scene in 2026

Here’s what you’re about to discover: Culinary rock stars, humble, historic kitchens, and modern restaurants that will startle your senses

Axelera AI: Which “giants” financed the Greek AI chips with half a billion dollars

A strong “Yes” from Greeks abroad to Postal Voting and a three-seat constituency

Interior Minister Thodoris Livanios called on the opposition to vote in favor not only of...

Greek and Cypriot diplomacy highlighted at AHI policy briefing & breakfast

The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) will host its Policy Briefing & Breakfast on Saturday, March...

Keon Park crowned Champions of 2026 Women’s Greek Community Cup

Keon Park SC has been crowned champions of the second Women’s Greek Community Cup, defeating...

Oliver Power Grant, founding member of Wu-Tang Clan, dies at 52

The 1st Athens International Literature Festival is coming

March 27–29 at Technopolis with free admission and writers from around the world

Strong backlash over actress who publicly insulted Eric Dane after his death: “Shame on you,” users write on social media

Laura Ann Tull accused the late actor and claimed she contributed to his departure from...

“I love it here” Brad Pitt’s exclusive statement to Protothema (updated)

Since dawn, preparations for the scene that provides for the boarding of passengers in the...

James Bond: Announcement for the next 007 approaches – Filming of the new movie to begin this year

Who are the frontrunners for the iconic role

Maria Menounos: The revealing dress she wore on her trip to Greece – see photos

“I really loved this black cutout dress,” Maria Menounos wrote in her Instagram post

Marilyn Monroe’s Palm Springs home listed for $3.3 million

The residence features four bedrooms and four bathrooms, with renovations preserving the original architectural elements

Eight years after: How the Frigate “Kanaris” ran aground in four seconds

Laura in the hands of the German police

The 16-year-old was located just now and is currently in a child protection facility. Communication with her parents will take...

New admission process for Model, Experimental, Onassis, and Ecclesiastical schools: What families need to know

For the 2026–27 school year, the application platform will open in early March. The Ministry...

Prosecutor launches investigation into sabotage on Athens–Thessaloniki railway signaling system

The head of the Thessaloniki Appeals Prosecutor’s Office, Leonidas Nikolopoulos, has ordered a preliminary investigation...

CIA urges Iranian citizens in Farsi to “contact it securely”

Post by the United States Central Intelligence Agency on social media amid military and diplomatic maneuvers

Demographic crisis in Japan: births in 2025 down for the 10th consecutive year

A total of 705,809 babies were born in the archipelago...

CEO in China gives away €22 million in cash bonuses — Employees took as much as they could hold

This amount is equivalent to 70% of the total profits...

Sales of energy drinks to children under 16 to be banned in Spain

The ban will join other initiatives adopted in recent years

The photo of the silver pelican in Lake Kerkini that fascinated National Geographic

40-year record for Mediterranean monk seal births in Greece – watch the video

In recent years, we have been witnessing a remarkable recovery of Mediterranean monk seal populations in Greece, according to MOm....

The deepest Blue Hole in the oceans has been found: The phenomenon that puzzles experts (video)

So-called “blue holes” are naturally formed cavities on the sea floor with vertical walls, mostly found in coastal regions

SOA Greece takes action for the Mediterranean: Youth, science, and solutions for invasive species

From classrooms to coastal waters, Sustainable Ocean Alliance Greece is building momentum for ocean protection through education, policy dialogue, and...

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Angelos Iatridis: From Amyndeon, IVES and Château Margaux to Boutaris’ takeover in Santorini

The success story of the Greek winemaker who can go head-to-head with Château Margaux

€1.5 billion earthquake to the banks by the Supreme Court – Lawsuits, retroactive payments and battle for auctioned houses are coming

The decision of the Supreme Court on the way interest is calculated on loans under...

Gianni Onorato to newmoney: MSC Cruises sees steady growth and invests in Greece

The CEO of one of the global cruise industry’s giants speaks to newmoney about the...

Halva for Lent

Halva for Lent

Kriekoúkis: The tavern in Mandra with more than half a century of history

Kriekoúkis: The tavern in Mandra with more than half a century of history

The secrets of Tsiknopempti BBQ for perfect grilling of every meat

The secrets of Tsiknopempti BBQ for perfect grilling of every meat

A tour of Athens’ pastry shops for Valentine’s Day

A tour of Athens’ pastry shops for Valentine’s Day

Tangerines and their health benefits

Tangerines and their health benefits

How one white wine became a global phenomenon

How one white wine became a global phenomenon

>Photo of the day

Edessa Waterfalls