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Tuesday
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Sep 2026
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Greece

Tragedy in Rhodes: Firefighter dies during operation to rescue tourists

The firefighter fell from a height and was located by a drone, according to reports – The Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection has ordered an administrative inquiry – He was a father of two

Politics

Joint ‘strike force’ of Greece, Cyprus and Egypt against threats: What was agreed at the Cairo trilateral meeting

The meeting of the Defence Ministers in Cairo marks a further deepening of military cooperation, with emphasis on operational coordination, intelligence sharing and strengthening joint readiness – What the Joint Communiqué says about threats against the three countries

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Greece

Birth rates have fallen by more than 50% in six Greek prefectures – Which island is defying the demographic decline

Greece’s demographic problem is particularly acute in rural areas, with a significant decline in births, an ageing population and more deaths than births

Politics

Gerapetritis at UN: Greece Preparing Priorities for Presidency of Security Council

Foreign Minister meets UN General Assembly President ahead of Greece’s presidency in October 2026

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What goes on behind closed doors

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Foreign Capitals, K.M. and the Pressure at the Ballot Box, Nikos A.’s Airport Transfers and Alexis’ Bench — Let’s All Go to Katerina for Psychotherapy

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World

Trump plans $5 billion fund to finance reconstruction of war-damaged energy infrastructure in Middle East

According to the Wall Street Journal, the plan envisages investments in energy networks and infrastructure, with the ultimate goal of reducing regional countries’ dependence on...

ALCO Poll: 60% say ‘Achilles Shield’ deal is significant, one in two fears a military incident with Turkey

Nikos Dendias and Kyriakos Pierrakakis emerge as the government’s most popular ministers – One in four respondents has someone in...

Joint ‘strike force’ of Greece, Cyprus and Egypt against threats: What was agreed at the Cairo trilateral meeting

The meeting of the Defence Ministers in Cairo marks a...

Belgian authorities revoke warrant against Avramopoulos over Qatargate

Dimitris Avramopoulos had voluntarily appeared before the Belgian authorities, who...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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“Achilles’ Shield”: How Greece’s new air defence umbrella is taking shape

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Return of illegal migrants to third countries enters final phase: Greece and four other countries’ plans and the three options under consideration

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North Macedonia-based group calls for armed self-organisation against “fascist Greece” after Florina festival song probe

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Financial Times: Let’s savour the remarkable moment when Greece can advise Germany

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Domna Michailidou to The National Herald: Greece is investing in bringing Greeks living abroad back home

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Bloomberg: From lignite to artificial intelligence, Kozani is betting on data centers for the new era

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“Achilles’ Shield”: How Greece’s new air defence umbrella is taking shape

2

Return of illegal migrants to third countries enters final phase: Greece and four other countries’ plans and the three options under consideration

3

North Macedonia-based group calls for armed self-organisation against “fascist Greece” after Florina festival song probe

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Financial Times: Let’s savour the remarkable moment when Greece can advise Germany

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Domna Michailidou to The National Herald: Greece is investing in bringing Greeks living abroad back home

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Bloomberg: From lignite to artificial intelligence, Kozani is betting on data centers for the new era

13 Fascinating Creative Classes to Fall for in Athens

A curated selection of the capital’s most inspiring workshops for the pleasure of making something with your own hands

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

Kolonaki’s 30 Best Places to Eat, from Fine Dining to Street Food

Trendy street food, exciting Asian dishes, brunch worth waking up for, chic bistros, romantic fine dining and everything in between

Athens Doesn’t Do Off-Season: The 2026 Fall Culture Agenda

A thoughtful selection, the kind we'd hand a friend: the best of the season's exhibitions, festivals, concerts, and walks.

Athens in the Air: 25 Rooftops for Long Evenings and Late Stars

The city's elevated tables have outgrown the view. Now the kitchens, cellars, and cocktails are the reason to go up

21 Reasons the Ionian Islands Are Greece’s Most Delicious Archipelago

Venetian roots, boat-fresh seafood and some of Greece's most ambitious kitchens: where to eat across Corfu, Zakynthos and more.

Island Hopping, One Beer at a Time: 12 Bottles Worth Chasing Across Greece

From a Mykonian fresh lager to a pale ale from Lesvos, the beers that capture the energy of island breweries

Schinoussa: Perfectly Said, A Resting Place Among the Cyclades

A gentle, pastoral isle favored by yachts, where a walkable circuit of vineyards, sea caves and views meets low-key living

The Top 8 Museums of Athens

In this city where past and present collide, these institutions reveal Greece at its most profound

A Journey to Sifnos and Serifos: 2 Traditional Festivals, in Photographs

An invitation to a panigyri is an invitation into island life itself. This photographer and writer said "yes" twice

Historic Greek-language Deutsche Welle service survives as Germans reverse closure decision

AHIF students gain firsthand understanding of Cyprus’ Security, Diplomacy and Continuing Occupation

College students meet Cyprus’ political, diplomatic and defense leaders, visit the Turkish-occupied areas and explore...

Escape room, Greek Style: “Escape from the Labyrinth”

An exciting Greek adventure for children as part of the Greek Community of Melbourne’s school...

Calabria’s Grecanico speakers battle to keep an ancient Greek dialect alive

Cultural associations, musicians and educators across Calabria, Italy and the diaspora are reviving Grecanico through...

Archaeologists uncover Roman mosaic naming a cat and a dog in Turkey

Turkish Culture Minister confirms the existence of a 9-km tunnel beneath Hagia Sophia

“Once the work is completed, we can assess opening the appropriate and safe sections to visitors,” Mehmet Nuri Ersoy said

95 Years of Papastratos: The anniversary story, told by its people

A documentary that sheds light on the milestones of a journey spanning almost a century,...

Onassis Mandra hosts award-winning French artist Celeste Boursier-Mougenot’s art installation

Viral from Paris to New York, it now comes to Dionysiou Areopagitou

Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, dies at 27

Presley Gerber was found dead at a rehabilitation facility – He had worked as a...

Nicole Kidman on the Oscar she won in 2003: “I was at the peak of my career and came home feeling so alone”

“I was wondering, ‘Where is my partner, someone I can share this with?’ and I...

Sean Connery was not the first choice for James Bond, Roger Moore’s son says

According to Geoffrey Moore, his father was initially considered by the producers, eventually playing Agent...

‘Ethics’ in schools replaces religious education for students granted exemption: What changes from 3rd grade to 12th grade

Kotanidou to Danikas: Mazonakis did not need plasmapheresis, ‘alternative medicine’ carries risks

The President of the Central Health Council and Professor of Intensive Care speaks candidly about Mazonakis’ death – She explains...

Alarm over feta: Stocks may not last through the year, price heading towards €15–16

Market concerns over cheaper white cheese, a dramatic decline in sheep’s milk and huge overseas...

Woman stabbed with a penknife by her ex in Igoumenitsa a month after the couple split up

The suspect reportedly confessed to a row over a €2,000 debt after first blaming four...

Trump “called off” a strike against the Houthis at the last minute: Fears of a new flare-up in the Middle East were the driving factor

The U.S. operation against the pro-Iranian rebels in Yemen was due to begin Sunday afternoon following an appeal from Saudi...

US denies visas to members of Masoud Pezeshkian’s communications team

The Iranian president is expected to attend the UN General...

Trump says Russia has lost control of diesel industry: ‘The ridiculous war with Ukraine must end’

“This ridiculous and endless war with Ukraine must end,” the...

Merz insists he will not resign: ‘The reasons for the election result go far beyond me’

The German Chancellor described the election result in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania...

Mediterranean warming and becoming saltier at an accelerating rate, new study finds

What Is El Niño and how may it affect Greece? 10 Questions and answers

How can something happening in the Pacific affect other countries, and how does it affect the atmosphere? — An analysis...

Why is the sea salty? The chemistry of water that made earth habitable

Dorrik Stow’s Oceans: A Very Short Introduction offers a starting point for a scientific journey through the oceans — from...

Greece’s €4.77 billion climate plan gets green light from European Commission

Approved funding covers household renovations, heat pumps, social housing, student halls, electric buses, Metro trains, disability access and vehicle leasing,...

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Mytilineos: Europe cannot wait for the future energy system to save its competitiveness

Metlen chief calls for a common European response to the energy crisis – Intervention on...

The average price of unleaded gasoline reached 2.2 euros, while the price of diesel rose to 2.21 euros

Brent crude, after a brief decline, is trading above the $100 mark again today, at...

€1.5bn in increases for 2.5 million households over 100 days: The 14 measures launching on Friday

The 100-day timetable includes successive payments and measures to be rolled out in waves, from...

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

The 10 best meat restaurants in the world for 2026

The 10 best meat restaurants in the world for 2026

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