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Apr 2026
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World

The US on the naval blockade of Iran: How it could backfire on Trump

Washington targets Chinese dependence on Iranian oil, but backfire could cause new US-Peking tensions, further pressure on the global economy and a price rise of up to $150 a barrel

Economy

Tax returns: Countdown to automatic submission for 1.5 million taxpayers

The points that raise the tax and what you need to check before the tax return is "locked"

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Greece

Kechagioglou to ProtoThema: “The prosecutor’s role permeates society” — The trial of the 21 Tempi students and Irene’s acquittal in Hong Kong

A well-known criminal lawyer to Direct: “The tough style—insulting judges and playing to the client—is outdated” — plus the Vayoni case, his career, major trials, and his approach to life

Politics

What is behind Fidan’s attack on the Greece-Cyprus-Israel trilateral: Ankara’s regional rivalry with Tel Aviv and the Trump factor

Turkey is concerned by the fact that in recent years, first Cyprus and then Greece, in the context of strategic cooperation with Israel, have also...

Greece

Mandatory age verification to be introduced across social media, alongside dedicated teen accounts for users aged 15–18 with nightly account locking features

With the implementation of the age ban for 15-year-olds from next January, the real data of millions of Greek accounts on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok...

Greece

Digital application for the care of oncology patients brings the Health Ministry’s multi-bill, what else changes

The Health Ministry bill introduces the Innovation Fund for access to new treatments, digital applications for patients and strengthens the operation of the EOPYY and...

Mitsotakis’ calculations after Easter: The support measures, the constitutional counterattack after OPEKEPE, and the preparation for elections from autumn onwards

The Prime Minister will use Thursday's pre-dawn debate as a "plunger" for the pre-constitutional review process, throwing the ball to...

PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis: Easter is a special day that reminds all Greeks that we can overcome any obstacle

In his message to the Greek people for the Easter,...

Macron in Athens on 24-25 April: Focus on defence cooperation between Greece and France

The date of the French President's visit was announced by...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Maria Callas: Nikos Floros’ monumental sculpture travels to the São Paulo Opera

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Easter in Greece: The customs that continue in Greek tradition – From Nafpaktos to Corfu

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“Yes” from the Commission on age limits for social media following Mitsotakis’ letter

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The Orthodox Church under persecution – From the Apostolic Age to the present

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Morno: Water reserves tripled, the village of Kallio was submerged again, see video

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Greek historical film “Kapodistrias (The Governor)” to screen in U.S. theaters for one night only

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Maria Callas: Nikos Floros’ monumental sculpture travels to the São Paulo Opera

2

Easter in Greece: The customs that continue in Greek tradition – From Nafpaktos to Corfu

3

“Yes” from the Commission on age limits for social media following Mitsotakis’ letter

4

The Orthodox Church under persecution – From the Apostolic Age to the present

5

Morno: Water reserves tripled, the village of Kallio was submerged again, see video

6

Greek historical film “Kapodistrias (The Governor)” to screen in U.S. theaters for one night only

Working remotely in blooming springtime Greece

Free yourself of your four walls and escape to nature, for perfect springtime inspiration. Here are our top location suggestions

The 12 Best Athens Gastro‑Taverns for Greek Food with a Twist

The kitchens, ingredients, and ideas behind Athens’ most exciting tables

Athens in the Air: 18 Rooftops for slow sunsets and stargazing nights

From sunset champagne to midnight meze, these elevated tables plate panorama and gastronomy in equal measure

Dimitsana: Under the radar, above the clouds

In the mountains of Arcadia, Dimitsana has been quietly extraordinary for centuries. It's only just becoming impossible to ignore

Greece as a wedding tourism destination

The first thematic forum for wedding tourism will take place on 29 April at the Aegli Zappeion

Hydra’s best dining spots, from beachfront to hidden sidestreets

Discover our favorite and most seasoned dining spots on this cosmopolitan Saronic island

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

Greek historical film “Kapodistrias (The Governor)” to screen in U.S. theaters for one night only

Syria’s Christian population faces an 80 percent decline

The Iraqi Christian Foundation reported in March 2025 that “Syrian Christians and Alawites are being...

The Orthodox Church under persecution – From the Apostolic Age to the present

Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden’s Speech at the 11th Catechumens’ Seminar St. George Cathedral of Stockholm,...

Greece’s Darkest Decade Returns: HHF Podcast Explores the Civil War Through Voices of the Diaspora

Season 6 of The HHF Presents revisits the turbulent years after World War II, sharing...

Faithful wife or illusion? The 16th-century masterpiece that challenges appearances

The ‘Last Supper’ -The untold stories behind the creation of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece

How he chose the faces representing Jesus and Judas, and how many years it took to complete the iconic mural

The lost shrine in Turkey that may have changed the history of humanity

Many scientists and archaeologists believe that the Gebekli Tepe is the oldest known religious complex...

“Ketamine Queen” sentenced to 15 years in prison for Matthew Perry’s death

Sanga is alleged to have given Perry the fatal dose on October 24, four days...

Cillian Murphy: New photos from filming in Athens for Damien Chazelle’s movie

The actor was photographed shirtless while using an umbrella

Alessandra Ambrosio: Photos with Buck Palmer from their trip to Bali

The famous model traveled to Indonesia and shared some images

Meryl Streep to star in the series we’ve been waiting 15 years to see filmed

Jonathan Franzen’s “The Corrections” is finally coming to the small screen

Kechagioglou to ProtoThema: “The prosecutor’s role permeates society” — The trial of the 21 Tempi students and Irene’s acquittal in Hong Kong

Digital application for the care of oncology patients brings the Health Ministry’s multi-bill, what else changes

The Health Ministry bill introduces the Innovation Fund for access to new treatments, digital applications for patients and strengthens the...

Stunning scenes in Sparta: Mount Taygetos ‘vanishes’ into dense fog— See the video

The visibility in the area was significantly reduced, with the result that the mountain almost...

Mandatory age verification to be introduced across social media, alongside dedicated teen accounts for users aged 15–18 with nightly account locking features

With the implementation of the age ban for 15-year-olds from next January, the real data...

The US on the naval blockade of Iran: How it could backfire on Trump

Washington targets Chinese dependence on Iranian oil, but backfire could cause new US-Peking tensions, further pressure on the global economy...

US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz – How it will be implemented

The situation in the Middle East escalates after the collapse...

Macron calls for a diplomatic solution for the Middle East and announces a Franco-British initiative on the Strait of Hormuz

In the coming days, France and the United Kingdom will...

Hungary after Orbán: Who wins and who loses in the post-16-year shift

Politico documents the new facts about Trump, Putin, Ukraine after...

The sea turtle “Capella” has returned to its natural habitat It was found injured with a severe blow to the head

The imperial penguin is officially listed as an “endangered” species: Its population will be halved by the 2080s

Threatened by climate change affecting Antarctica

A dumping ground at the deepest point of the Mediterranean off Pylos

A report by Stuttgarter Zeitung on underwater pollution at the deepest point of the Mediterranean, known as Calypso, reveals the...

Antipollution: New advanced hazardous waste management facility in Ritsona

It is expected to support critical sectors of the economy, such as shipping, refineries, energy, energy facilities, logistics hubs and...

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The milestones for the digital euro: When it will be put into pilot circulation, what will change in transactions

Offline payments with the digital euro mean that there will be no digital footprint of...

Citi: Where the energy shock will hit despite the ceasefire, and which sectors benefit

The critical point for the markets from now on is what happens in the Middle...

Fuel Pass: the platform is open to all regardless of the expiring number in the VAT number

All citizens, regardless of their expiring VAT number, will be able to apply on the...

Mytilini: Three generations of pastry chefs make a brioche a work of art, with a recipe from the city

Mytilini: Three generations of pastry chefs make a brioche a work of art, with a recipe from the city

Golden Chef’s Hats 2026: Botrini crowned champion for a record 14th year – Greece’s top restaurants of the year

Golden Chef’s Hats 2026: Botrini crowned champion for a record 14th year – Greece’s top restaurants of the year

Investment in Athens for cinnamon rolls – Check out the top 5

Investment in Athens for cinnamon rolls – Check out the top 5

The culinary riches of Heraklion: Renowned local flavors

The culinary riches of Heraklion: Renowned local flavors

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

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