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Environment
The “devil’s worm” that lives 1.3 kilometers beneath the Earth and changes what we knew about life: “Humans do not rule the world”
The Halicephalobus mephisto that was found at a depth of 1.3 kilometers inside a gold mine in South Africa overturns what we knew about the limits of life
Environment
Megafires, Europe’s new nightmare: The phenomenon of pyrocumulus clouds and the consequences
Greece has experienced two of the three worst megafires that occurred in the Mediterranean (Evros, 2023 and Evia, 2021) – The causes of the violent change in the profile of fires and the pessimism of scientists
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Economy
Spatial planning for tourism: The new rules for investments, Airbnb and out-of-plan construction
From 16 to 8 acres the plot sizes for hotels – The Joint Ministerial Decision institutionalises the new framework for the spatial development of tourism, with stricter terms in saturated destinations, special provisions for the islands and transitional arrangements for existing investments – Hoteliers insist that the core of the restrictions remains unchanged
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World
Telegraph revelations about Infantino: The six-figure compensation to a former UEFA employee and their alleged relationship
According to the report, the woman was promoted with increased remuneration – FIFA characterises the accusations as “defamatory”
Greece
Italian police officers on the streets of Athens – The new policing program
Greece and Italy have started joint police patrols in Athens & Rome, implementing the 2025 agreement for the strengthening of public security, prevention of criminality...
Greece
Weather: Weekend with 39-degree temperatures and strong meltemia, up to 8 Beaufort in the Aegean
Local thunderstorms in the mountainous areas, without significant drop in temperature in the coming days
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“I spent four wonderful years here, leaving with deep love for Greece”: Noam Katz concludes his tenure as Israel’s ambassador to Athens
“I leave with a heart full of gratitude,” Katz wrote...
Greece–Cyprus power interconnection agreement signed: Mitsotakis says Meridiam’s investment is a strong vote of confidence in Greece
The French infrastructure giant acquires a majority stake in Great...
> This week's Highlights
>This week's Highlights
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The dangerous agenda behind Turkey’s World Decolonization Forum: An assault on Western knowledge & order (videos)
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Guilfoyle: Trilateral cooperation could unlock $1.35 billion in investments and 10,000 jobs in Greek shipyards
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Konstantinos Karetsas: The son of Greek immigrants from Serres taking Europe by storm at 19 & now making the leap to Borussia Dortmund
Traditional Greek Taverna becomes a LEGO set, complete with a bouzouki, bougainvillea & a cat (photos)
The set includes 254 pieces that build a miniature Greek taverna filled with distinctive details inspired by Greece and Greek...
Who’s next for a Data Center? €50 billion in investments over the next decade
Greece’s geographic location—between Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia—makes it an attractive destination for strategic investments. Amazon, Google, and...
From Ukraine’s “training ground” to Colombia’s Cartels: Rebels & gang members are learning drone warfare
Colombian cartels and armed groups are sending fighters to Ukraine’s...
How to deal with a snake bite: What you need to know before heading into nature
The season has arrived when we start sharing our surroundings with snakes. Mountains, forests, holiday homes, hiking trails, they are...
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Three maritime flashpoints on high alert: Explosions in the Strait of Hormuz, new attacks in Yemen, and commercial ships hit near Odesa
The risk remains at the highest level for vessels linked to Saudi Arabia in the...
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
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