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Culture

Magical scenes in Vrontados, Chios, as the rocket war amazed locals and tourists (video-photos)

The two parishes, Panagia Erithiani and Agios Markos, once again took center stage in a spectacle that, for Chios, is far more than a tourist attraction - A large number of visitors, including many from Turkey

World

Analysis: The Strait of Hormuz, a ceasefire hanging by a thread, and what Trump and Iran want – “Shipwreck” in the negotiations in Islamabad

Trump is attempting an exit even without a clear victory, the mullahs are “investing” in the Strait of Hormuz as a means of pressure on the international community, and Israel is focusing its military operations on Lebanon - Markets are constantly pricing in geopolitical risk

12 Sunday Apr 2026
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Athens 14°C
World

Magyar won the elections in Hungary, Orban lost after 16 years

His party secured 136 seats compared to Orban’s 56, out of a total of 199 seats - “I congratulate the winner,” said the outgoing prime minister, while the opposition reported allegations of electoral fraud

Culture

“Christ is Risen” celebrated with splendor across the country: Ieronymos’ message of hope and peace

Crowds of faithful gathered in churches for the Resurrection – The Holy Light arrived from Jerusalem despite difficulties due to the war in the Middle...

World

“Change course or you will be targeted”: The moment an Iranian vessel threatens a US destroyer that entered the Strait of Hormuz (video)

Indicative of the tension that prevailed is the exchange between the two sides, with the Iranians warning that they will open fire, while the Americans...

Greece

Piraeus: Firecracker thrown at a bus by individuals riding an e-scooter – Α 15-year-old was arrested

Police responded immediately, located the two individuals shortly afterward, and proceeded to arrest one of them, a 15-year-old - incendiary devices with a “terrorism-like” nature...

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, the PM states that Greece is steadily moving along the...

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...

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

The Commission confirms that it received the letter and stresses...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Eerie scenes from African dust in Crete: Flight disruptions in Heraklion, tornado overturns truck

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From the Greek mountains to anti-cancer medication: What a study of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki shows about itamos

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Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew become a member of the Academy of France

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British press: Which Greek island in the Dodecanese is being praised — and why

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Marinella in her own words and through her own deeds: The unknown stories of the great lady of song

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Easter: The “silent” week according to Greek culture

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Eerie scenes from African dust in Crete: Flight disruptions in Heraklion, tornado overturns truck

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From the Greek mountains to anti-cancer medication: What a study of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki shows about itamos

3

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew become a member of the Academy of France

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British press: Which Greek island in the Dodecanese is being praised — and why

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Marinella in her own words and through her own deeds: The unknown stories of the great lady of song

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Easter: The “silent” week according to Greek culture

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...

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

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 in the world

“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...

Greece – Georgia: Cultural partnerships planned between the two countries

Plans also include a joint exhibition in Athens featuring Byzantine manuscripts from the monasteries of...

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

Piraeus: Firecracker thrown at a bus by individuals riding an e-scooter – Α 15-year-old was arrested

First Epitaph procession at Prophet Elisha in Psyrri held in an atmosphere of reverence

Hundreds of worshippers gathered to pay their respects to the flower-decorated Epitaph and to join the procession, while many visitors...

Crowds of faithful at the Deposition Service on Golgotha Hill in Kato Xenia, Magnesia

This particular religious event is a live reenactment of the climax of the Divine Passion...

Holy Saturday exodus: More than 5,800 passengers to depart from Attica ports

The Easter getaway has been in full swing over the past 24 hours – 51...

Magyar won the elections in Hungary, Orban lost after 16 years

His party secured 136 seats compared to Orban’s 56, out of a total of 199 seats - “I congratulate the...

“Change course or you will be targeted”: The moment an Iranian vessel threatens a US destroyer that entered the Strait of Hormuz (video)

Indicative of the tension that prevailed is the exchange between...

Analysis: The Strait of Hormuz, a ceasefire hanging by a thread, and what Trump and Iran want – “Shipwreck” in the negotiations in Islamabad

Trump is attempting an exit even without a clear victory,...

Fierce clash between Netanyahu and Erdogan over the US–Iran ceasefire

Mutual accusations of “genocide,” “antisemitism,” and regional destabilization - New...

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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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...

Natural gas: Egypt “locks in” all production from the Aphrodite field in Cyprus

Egypt secures all production from the Aphrodite field, enhancing its energy security and investing in...

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

>Photo of the day

Christ has Risen!