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Politics

Hatzidakis: The twelve-month tourist season in our country is feasible

The Special Spatial Framework for Tourism in its final phase

World

Munich Conference formalizes the rift: Rubio cancels last-minute Ukraine meeting – “We must free ourselves from dependence on the US,” say Merz & Macron

Both the German chancellor and the French president spoke of the need to seek new alliances, as Rubio turned his back on a critical meeting on Ukraine

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World

The moment when two US Navy ships collide near South America (video)

A US Navy warship (USS Truxtun) collided with a US Navy supply ship (USNS Supply) during a refueling operation - Two people suffered minor injuries

World

Care packages in the crossfire – How Ukraine’s drone deliveries bring hope to the front

War’s dual purpose: How Ukraine’s Vampire drones shift from striking enemies to sustaining soldiers

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OPEKEPE No2, the son Panagopoulos, Tsipras, tsipouro drinks, Tasoulas, Djokovic’s permit, foreign and Greek investors for the saltworks

A good climate for expatriates’ postal voting & the Port of Igoumenitsa that “goes green”

World

Violent clash in Lyon: Antifascists vs. nationalists, 23-year-old declared brain-dead

The unrest began on the sidelines of separate events and later spread to nearby streets

Dendias from Thrace: The largest settlement project in the history of the Armed Forces, we protect the Muslims of the region

According to the Minister, the presence of the Armed Forces in Thrace takes on a new significance

Mitsotakis on the donation from the Pavlos and Alexandra Kanellopoulos Foundation: Major multi-million intervention at KAT with 16,000 surgeries per year

During the meeting, the prioritization of projects was examined so...

Geroulanos: I was proven right saying we have a small window until Christmas because after that Karystianos’ and Tsipras’ parties come

He hinted at leaks from closed meetings of PASOK bodies:...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Research reveals that the inhabitants of Messa Mani constitute a unique genetic “island” in Europe

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Vinyl records make a comeback: Record stores return as an aesthetic choice, not just nostalgia

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The Mind is the New Battleground: Spain’s assault on social media platforms & the dangerous precedent

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Thanos Plevris: We are tightening the framework for smugglers – Prison or voluntary return for those not entitled to asylum

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Athens’ journey from the 1821 Revolution to World War II told through three documentaries

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Hellenic Heritage: The new digital hub connecting visitors with 350 archaeological sites and museums

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Research reveals that the inhabitants of Messa Mani constitute a unique genetic “island” in Europe

2

Vinyl records make a comeback: Record stores return as an aesthetic choice, not just nostalgia

3

The Mind is the New Battleground: Spain’s assault on social media platforms & the dangerous precedent

4

Thanos Plevris: We are tightening the framework for smugglers – Prison or voluntary return for those not entitled to asylum

5

Athens’ journey from the 1821 Revolution to World War II told through three documentaries

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Hellenic Heritage: The new digital hub connecting visitors with 350 archaeological sites and museums

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

Farm Life, Elevated: 21 Agritourism Retreats Across Greece

From olive groves and mountain vineyards to island farms, these guesthouses invite you to experience a slower, more grounded Greece

Laptop, Coffee, Designer Bites: The 30 Most Work-Friendly Cafés in Athens

Where the grind meets grace: a tight edit of central places for anyone who knows how to work the room

Athens’ 30 Best Vintage Stores: The Best Gift You Can Buy Yourself

From couture classics to boho one‑offs and conscious secondhand, Athens’ best addresses deliver character, craft, and seriously wearable finds

The 30 Best Street‑Food Stops in Athens, Bite by Bite

A local guide to the city’s most irresistible handheld bites, from pizza and souvlaki to banh mi and noodles

The Best Greek Islands for Thrill Seekers

Islands that ask something of the traveler and reward effort and curiosity

The 29 Best Restaurants Defining Thessaloniki’s Food Scene in 2026

Here’s what you’re about to discover: Culinary rock stars, humble, historic kitchens, and modern restaurants that will startle your senses

American Hellenic Institute Foundation launches 2026 College Student Foreign Policy Trip

Sustainable infrastructure boost for SOS children’s villages with support from The Hellenic Initiative

$60,000 investment in clean energy projects across Vari, Thessaloniki and Alexandroupoli reduces costs and strengthens...

Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Archbishop Makarios of Australia

The postal vote of the expatriates is a great achievement, the Prime Minister stressed, among...

Ignorance is the Greatest Sin – Why education is sacred across civilizations

Timeless Wisdom Lecture Series – Lecture 19

Do the Orthodox also have a Valentine’s Day? Who were Aquila and Priscilla

Mind the Greeks: Bringing Greek knowledge to the world stage

At the heart of Mind the Greeks lies the monumental series “The Greeks” — a publishing project comprising 819 volumes...

“Astoria”: The new major production of the Pallas Theatre on Greek migration to New York

From March 19 at the Pallas Theatre, the play Astoria tells the story of Greek...

Barbara Kruger: Renowned American artist creates works in Greek

Iconic provocations in Greek: Barbara Kruger’s monumental SNFCC exhibition challenges truth, power, and society

Emma Stone in a little black dress from Julie de Libran’s runway — and Aquazzura sandals

Floral appliqués were a key motif of the designer’s Spring 2026 couture collection, although none...

Chris Hemsworth on his marriage proposal to Elsa Pataki: “There was a kind of ‘I don’t have anything better to do right now vibe’

The actor spoke about the far-from-romantic way he asked his wife to marry him

Elena Topalidou on working with Nicolas Cage: “When he saw me, he said I stood out

Elena Topalidou on playing opposite Nicolas Cage: ‘He told me I stood out’

Clash between Stournaras and Tsipras: “I’m being accused by the man who believed the Bank of Greece should remain silent” – “A third term is sweet”

Syntagma closed, tractors have reached the center: The farmers’ rally in Athens live (updated)

Farmers from Larissa, Achaia, Volos, Promachona and many other areas started arriving by bus in Omonia to participate in the...

Farmers load tractors onto trucks and head to Athens – Cretans arrive in Piraeus

They are calling for measures to address production costs, compensation for lost income, and substantial...

Gallstones: 5 key points on cholelithiasis, its complications, and treatment

From silent stones to serious risks: What you need to know about gallstones, Their complications,...

Dramatic helicopter rescue of three men who fell into a frozen lake in New York, watch video

Divers and firefighters crawl across the ice to reach the men and, after tying themselves to them securely, signal the...

Macron: We will work to strengthen the criminalisation of anti-Semitic and racist acts

Too often, the sentences handed down to perpetrators of anti-Semitic...

Violent clash in Lyon: Antifascists vs. nationalists, 23-year-old declared brain-dead

The unrest began on the sidelines of separate events and...

Munich Conference formalizes the rift: Rubio cancels last-minute Ukraine meeting – “We must free ourselves from dependence on the US,” say Merz & Macron

Both the German chancellor and the French president spoke of...

Acherontia atropos: The moth with the skull on its chest

Astronomical “parade” in February with six planets appearing: How and when the rare phenomenon will be visible

Which planets will be visible to the naked eye — When is the best viewing time

EnEarth welcomes the European Commission’s positive Opinion on the CO2 Storage Permit in Prinos

The European Commission's assessment acknowledges the quality and completeness of the technical studies prepared by EnEarth Greece for the geological...

Wales: Volunteers wanted to live on a remote island for 3 months counting Puffins

Free accommodation, travel expenses, and a small stipend are offered as part of wildlife protection programs

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From Faliro to Voula: Who is building the Athenian Riviera

Dozens of residential complexes of high standards and... prices are being built, with most of...

The trick with one-time tax IDs: How a network of straw men made millions through fake shell companies

Pre-prepared cards, seals, and a new manager - The pattern was open–ran up debts–close before...

What is the EU’s Industrial Acceleration Act: Brussels’ new trade doctrine that worries China – What changes

The European Union is entering a new era, moving toward the implementation of the new...

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

The secrets of Tsiknopempti BBQ for perfect grilling of every meat

The secrets of Tsiknopempti BBQ for perfect grilling of every meat

A tour of Athens’ pastry shops for Valentine’s Day

A tour of Athens’ pastry shops for Valentine’s Day

Tangerines and their health benefits

Tangerines and their health benefits

How one white wine became a global phenomenon

How one white wine became a global phenomenon

Chia seeds and quinoa vs. rice and pasta: Which are the healthier choices

Chia seeds and quinoa vs. rice and pasta: Which are the healthier choices

>Photo of the day

Pserimos, Aegean Sea – Greece