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Wednesday
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Apr 2025
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Politics

KYSEA: The 12-year arms planning “on the table” – “Elephant in the room” the electrical interconnection cable

In the next period the Greek authorities must submit the maritime spatial planning to the Commission, which should include the provisions for the Greek continental shelf, but also the agreements with Egypt and Italy on EEZ.

Greece

Tragedy on the Egnatia: Cameras will provide answers – What the first statements and information about the two dead men show

Five injured from the accident

16 Wednesday Apr 2025
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Athens 17°C
Culture

Holy Week in the Monasteries of Greece: The miracle that led to the miraculous icon of Panagia Kastriani

On a steep hill, at the northeastern end of Kea, is the Holy Monastery of Panagia Kastriani, which was built on the spot where the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary was found

Greece

Weather: temperature rise until Holy Saturday – Where rain is expected on Easter Sunday

Locally strong southerly winds and slightly increased concentrations of Saharan dust today - The weather forecast for the coming days

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What goes on behind closed doors

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The French surprises and the high-profile guests, all the good (blue) ones are settled, El.Ven. looks at airports, M.M. and the womb trade (what am I writing?)

Private schools, profits and investments

Culture

Holy Wednesday: The Holy Unction and the Ceremony of the Washing of the Feet – What today’s day symbolizes

Holy Wednesday is a day of reflection and preparation for the arrival of Easter

The Ghent report on Tempi that exposes EODASAAM: “Silicone oils do burn”

The university academics who authored the Report sent it to Ellinika Hoaxes – Read in English what they wrote about...

“They threaten us with Exocet and Belharra” – Provocations in the Turkish media for the Greek armament moves

Reactions, conspiracy theories and scaremongering in Turkey over the acquisition...

Chrysochoidis: Announced a concert ban in Exarchia

“There’s no reason for concerts to be held in such...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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What is happiness for you? 15 famous Greeks answer

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A woman from the era of Agamemnon ‘comes to life’ 3,500 years later and looks…more modern than ever

3

Konstantinos Paparrigopoulos and the word ‘Hellenes’ – When the term began to prevail and become established

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The story of the stolen Griffin that returned to Ancient Olympia after 110 years (photos)

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The publisher Κostas Kavvathas died

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Sargeant Dimitrios Itsios: The story of a modern Greek Hero – The Battle of the Metaxas Line (photos)

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What is happiness for you? 15 famous Greeks answer

2

A woman from the era of Agamemnon ‘comes to life’ 3,500 years later and looks…more modern than ever

3

Konstantinos Paparrigopoulos and the word ‘Hellenes’ – When the term began to prevail and become established

4

The story of the stolen Griffin that returned to Ancient Olympia after 110 years (photos)

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The publisher Κostas Kavvathas died

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Sargeant Dimitrios Itsios: The story of a modern Greek Hero – The Battle of the Metaxas Line (photos)

Heraklion’s Finest Wineries: One Perfect Day Among the Vines

Distinguished cellars, memorable tastings and views that command the Cretan landscape. Reserve your place

Check In, Breathe Out: Naxos’ Dreamiest Hotels

Long overshadowed by its flashier Cycladic neighbors, Naxos is quietly becoming one of Greece’s most rewarding islands

A Guide to Heraklion’s Essential Restaurants

A Guide to Heraklion’s Essential Restaurants

Best Places to Eat in Athens’ Pangrati Now

This neighborhood has it all: from brunch and sandwiches to Greek fare and gourmet cuisine. These are our favorite restaurants

Easter in Athens: 4 Days of Ritual, Roaming and Dining

Experience a mix of adventure, culinary pleasure and religious tradition in the quieter city during these special days

Where Byzantium still breathes: A Long Weekend in Koroni

A guide to sleeping, eating and wandering in one of the Peloponnese's most poetic fortress towns

48 Hours in Athens: What you shouldn’t miss

Only have two days? We suggest the most epic, wonderful (and fun) routes, stops and sights to see

The Secret Trails of Meteora: A Hikers’ Guide

Ancient paths, sacred heights, and hidden routes through Greece's vertical wilderness

Boulangerie meets Winery: A match Made in Athens

A considered exploration of bread and wine pairings reveals unexpected harmonies at Merci Chef 2025

The New Cool lives in Kypseli: Athens’ best-kept secret, until now

Accomplished artist Irini Miga shows us 13 essential addresses in Athens' most enigmatic quarter

Eddie Zemenides: His wife Vicky died after a tough battle with cancer

Konstantinos Sinanas: The Greek engineer who brought Alexa’s voice to the Orion spacecraft

The Greek distinguished technologist fulfilled Jeff Bezos’ vision, enabling space crews to give voice commands...

GCM expands its footprint in the city’s Greek precinct & labour commits to support for its cultural spaces

"Expanding our cultural and educational footprint is ongoing"

Los Angeles: Iconic Greek restaurant Papa Christo’s after 77 years

Papa Cristo's Greek Grill provided all the food in Nia Vardalos' comedy "Marriage in Greek"...

A journey to the Monasteries of Greece: The Holy Monastery of Agathon

The Greek man teaching Turks the art of bouzouki – “They’re crazy about it…”

In the heart of Constantinople, Andreas Sarantidis, originally from Koufalia near Thessaloniki, teaches aspiring bouzouki enthusiasts the technique of their...

Sani Festival returns this summer with Gloria Gaynor, Norah Jones & more music legends

With a 30-year legacy, the Sani Festival in Halkidiki continues to make music history

Only five films were shot with the Parthenon as a background – Why the KAS said “no” to Lanthimos for the Acropolis

The film scenes shot in the past on the Sacred Rock and the much-discussed photo...

Zach Galifianakis to Star in Jonathan Glazer’s New Series “The Audacity”

He will portray an extremely wealthy, yet introverted and disillusioned former tech pioneer who has...

Ioanna Pilihou and Evi Daeli reenact a scene on TikTok

The two actresses reunited 16 years after the show ended

What is happiness for you? 15 famous Greeks answer

Can we finally find what makes us truly happy? 15 distinguished Greeks answer the question...

Weather: temperature rise until Holy Saturday – Where rain is expected on Easter Sunday

Concern about the barrage of tremors after midnight in Attica – What the seismologists say

The tremors were felt in many areas of western Attica, with Gerasimos Papadopoulos and Akis Tselentis giving clarifications and advice

Tragedy on the Egnatia: Cameras will provide answers – What the first statements and information about the two dead men show

Five injured from the accident

Exam schedule for junior high schools (Gymnasia), general high schools (GEL), and vocational high schools (EPAL)

Examinations begin on May 19 for the General High School and on May 20 for...

Benjamin Netanyahu visits northern Gaza

The visit comes amid ongoing military operations

Hagia Sophia: Photos and videos of the biggest renovation in its history – The dome will be restored

Turkey begins the largest restoration in the history of the...

Sudan: ‘Catastrophic consequences if we continue to look away’ says UNHCR chief

Conference in London today to mobilise the international community to...

Turkey causes confusion during migrant rescue operation off Farmakonisi

Ankara issues NAVTEX effectively disputing Greece's jurisdiction over the search...

The resistance of the Blackbird: regeneration and growth in the Forest of Dadia after the devastating fires

Scientists say they have revived the extinct wolves known from Game of Thrones – See the video

Is the birth of Romulus, Romulus and Calisi the first case of de-extinction? Read what scientists say about the news...

The worst-case scenario for an earthquake in Japan: 9 Richter, 300,000 dead & damages amounting to half the country’s GDP

Report warns of dire consequences of a mega-earthquake along the Nankai Trench

Antarctica: Massive iceberg breaks away, revealing secrets of the underwater world

Scientists discover thriving marine life beneath the ice

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The Greek State heads to the markets tomorrow with a 10-year bond

The amount to be auctioned will be up to 200 million euros, and the settlement...

Analysts and traders predict a drop in the dollar and a strengthening of the euro (chart)

Analysts and traders predict a retreat for the US currency and a strengthening of the...

ENFIA recalculation with exemptions for natural disaster victims – Which areas are affected and how beneficiaries are notified

Recalculation also carried out for those who lost the insured housing discount

Taste Atlas: Two Greek dishes among the world’s top 50 street foods

Taste Atlas: Two Greek dishes among the world’s top 50 street foods

What do we really know about Greek honey? – A honey sommelier answers

What do we really know about Greek honey? – A honey sommelier answers

Holy Week: Traditions and fasting recipe ideas

Holy Week: Traditions and fasting recipe ideas

Aegina pistachio cheesecake

Aegina pistachio cheesecake

The beneficial properties of oregano and oregano oil

The beneficial properties of oregano and oregano oil

The Greek dish Matt Damon fell in love with while filming “Odyssey” (+Recipe)

The Greek dish Matt Damon fell in love with while filming “Odyssey” (+Recipe)

>Photo of the day

Church of Mikro Papingo – Epirus