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Tuesday
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Apr 2026
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Economy

Oil: What the UAE–OPEC “divorce” means for energy markets

The Reuters report gathers early reactions from analysts following the United Arab Emirates’ decision to leave OPEC and OPEC+, highlighting what it could mean for the future of the organization and global energy markets — including implications for the United States

Politics

Mitsotakis: “€36 billion Recovery Fund would not have been invested without a strong executive state — politics cannot be done blindly”

The Prime Minister speaks at the New Democracy pre-conference in Nafplio, emphasizing reforms, state modernization, and data-driven governance

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Greece

The 89-year-old man who opened fire & injured five people at EFKA & the Court of Appeals was arrested in Patras – He had a .38 caliber revolver with him

According to reports, the elderly man was located near the KTEL bus station and was allegedly preparing to flee to Italy

Greece

May Day 2026: How metro, buses, and trains will operate

What will happen with suburban bus lines – Ships docked at ports

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What goes on behind closed doors

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Wiretapping, judges (good or bad?), and the inquiry committee, the “blue” pre-congress ceasefire, the shipowners’ mass purchases

China, the US, and Russians “re-reading” Greek ports and shipyards

Economy

Kyriakos Pierrakakis: The five lessons Europe must draw from Greece

From energy security and the geopolitical return of the sea to artificial intelligence, European industrial policy, and Greece’s fiscal turnaround, the Minister of National Economy...

Cabinet meeting under Mitsotakis on Wednesday – what’s on the agenda

The Prime Minister will welcome the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, at the Maximos Mansion

Gerapetritis from Libya: We agreed to advance discussions on delimiting the continental shelf and EEZ

The Foreign Minister met with the Prime Minister of Libya’s...

Pavlos Marinakis: Selective interpretation of court rulings is dangerous

“The decisions of the Justice system must be respected in...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Methana: A “dormant” volcano with hidden activity for 100,000 years revealed by a new study

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Chernobyl: NTUA archives confirm 1,200 square kilometers in Greece were contaminated by radiation

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A Greek restaurant in the 101 best steakhouses in the world

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“Greece is fantastic, it has helped us a lot,” says Donald Trump – “Mitsotakis is a terrific guy” (videos)

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Mitsotakis to Breitbart: I can guarantee that Trump will have a very good time in Greece – We hope he will manage to reach an agreement with Iran

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Guilfoyle: “When Americans and Greeks stand together, there is no limit to what we can achieve.”

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Methana: A “dormant” volcano with hidden activity for 100,000 years revealed by a new study

2

Chernobyl: NTUA archives confirm 1,200 square kilometers in Greece were contaminated by radiation

3

A Greek restaurant in the 101 best steakhouses in the world

4

“Greece is fantastic, it has helped us a lot,” says Donald Trump – “Mitsotakis is a terrific guy” (videos)

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Mitsotakis to Breitbart: I can guarantee that Trump will have a very good time in Greece – We hope he will manage to reach an agreement with Iran

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Guilfoyle: “When Americans and Greeks stand together, there is no limit to what we can achieve.”

Corfu’s Top 15 Restaurants in Summer 2026

From cliff-side trattorias to cobbled-lane bistros, a culinary map of the Ionian capital of flavor

12 Superb New Openings in Thessaloniki Worth Going Out for Right Now

From a Ghanaian kitchen to a museum garden at dusk, these are the openings remaking the city

The Best Hotels in Mykonos for 2026

The island hasn't gotten quieter. The hotels have just gotten better (if that's even possible)

The 6 Best Listening Bars in Athens

These places combine regular vinyl sessions with good food, well-made drinks, and an atmosphere worth lingering in

7 Gorgeous Greek Mountain Refuges That Reward the Climb

These mountains refuges remain hospitable, human-scale but jaw-dropping places in a world built for speed

From Traditional to Very Now: Dining Across Naxos in 2026

Naxos is home to some of the Cyclades’ most memorable restaurants, where superb local produce meets a sense of place

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

George M. Kailis joins The Hellenic Initiative Board

Greek Community of Melbourne Schools at Youth Theater On Air 2026 

The works showcase students’ creativity, collaboration, and their connection to the Greek language, history, and...

Thyranoixia of the Saint Tychon Parish in Lulea, Sweden (photos)

the first Divine Liturgy in the newly established Parish of the Holy Metropolis, dedicated to...

41st Annual PSEKA Cyprus Conference – AHI

Washington, DC | June 9–11, 2026

A headless marble statue of the goddess Athena was discovered in Turkey (video-photos)

Aegina: Ancient jewellery discovered on Kolonna Hill – See photos

They were most likely grave goods from a Middle Bronze Age burial

aaathens.art celebrates its first year of operation

An exclusive dinner and after-party for the Greek art world

A group of teenagers discovered a secret cave with 17,000-year-old prehistoric paintings

The increased presence of visitors began to affect the cave’s microclimate and damage the paintings,...

Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton share affectionate moments on Malibu beach

The TV personality and Formula 1 star are reportedly together since February, though they’ve known...

Akylas: With the advantage of a headset microphone on the Eurovision stage – What lies behind his extravagant appearances

The singer is preparing to represent Greece with “Ferto” in the First Semi-Final on May...

Conrad Athens The Ilisian: The return of an iconic hotel

The historic Hilton reopens fully renovated without losing the architectural elements that made it a...

May Day 2026: How metro, buses, and trains will operate

The 89-year-old man who opened fire & injured five people at EFKA & the Court of Appeals was arrested in Patras – He had a .38 caliber revolver with him

According to reports, the elderly man was located near the KTEL bus station and was allegedly preparing to flee to...

New 4.9 magnitude earthquake strikes Skiathos – Felt in Attica

The president of OASP, Efthymios Lekkas, stated that the seismic activity in the area was...

An 89-year-old man entered the EFKA office in Kerameikos & opened fire, injuring one employee – He then opened fire at the Court of Appeal, leaving 4 more people injured (Upd.)

According to initial information, the perpetrator is a rag collector and is being sought

France: First tests of Camcopter S-100 drones destined for Greek frigates successful

The systems were deemed suitable for operational use, paving the way for their gradual integration into the FDI frigates being...

Kimberly Guilfoyle in Tirana: “When the U.S., Albania, and Greece cooperate, the region is safer and more prosperous,” she said

She attended the signing ceremony for a 20-year liquefied natural...

Son of Indian tycoon Ambani offers refuge to Escobar’s hippos

Anant Ambani says he has submitted an official request to...

Zelensky threatens Israel with sanctions for buying Ukrainian grain stolen from Russia

"Russia confiscates grain from the temporarily occupied Ukrainian territories and...

9-million-year-old shark fossil found intact, has sword-like teeth and is an ancestor of the great white

Papastavrou: For years, decarbonization functioned like a holy grail, not only in Brussels but also in many other countries

In response to a question about the energy crisis, he stressed that in 2022 it took more than a year...

Freshwater coypu spotted on Epanomi beach — watch video

The animal, nicknamed “Geronimo” by its rescuers, is believed to have either become disoriented or been swept from a river...

Climate change is extending pollen season in Europe and worsening symptoms for millions, new study finds

Higher temperatures and increased carbon dioxide levels are boosting pollen production in plants

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Oil: Brent heading toward $110 due to Hormuz, with the Fed, BOJ, and fears of a new energy shock in focus

According to experts, it will take at least four to six months for the oil...

Passenger traffic at the country’s airports up 7.6% in the first quarter of 2026

At the 24 airports managed by the Civil Aviation Authority, passenger traffic rose by 12.5%...

Papastavrou: With photovoltaics in balconies we are strengthening energy democracy

"The sun and the wind belong to everyone. We are opening the way for photovoltaics...

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

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

>Photo of the day

Agrafa mountain village, Evritania