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Greece–Turkey in “calm waters” until the elections, following the Mitsotakis–Erdogan meeting in Ankara
The Greek Prime Minister and the Turkish President reaffirmed their shared intention to maintain good relations in the period ahead. Communication channels remain open to prevent crises, while issues of “low politics” are expected to act as mechanisms for further improving relations
Greece
The great Byzantinologist Eleni Glykatzi-Arveler died at the age of 99
She was the first female rector at the Sorbonne, with a rich literary output
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Nikos Plakias speaks to Protothema: The pressure, xylene, Karystianou, and the last photo of the girls from inside the train
Three years after Tempe, Nikos Plakias opens his home for the first time and speaks to Protothema — “Unfortunately, they painted the train blue, red, green,” “I will neither bring down nor raise governments."
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Greece
Second wave of acquisitions in education: Foreign funds now investing in private schools across Greece’s regions
How Greece moved from family-run schools to international education networks – UK-based Forfar Education acquires the Rodion Paideia Group in Rhodes – Iconic Athens schools...
What goes on behind closed doors
DarkroomFresh polls, ND’s ups and downs, President Maria and Alexis, Violanta’s green adviser, Goldair, Piraeus Bank and Thriassio
Chang’s “Golden Panda” & the Greece–UAE memorandum in Abu Dhabi
Politics
Greece signs agreements with Chevron for Hydrocarbons in Crete and the Peloponnese in the presence of Mitsotakis
The four concession contracts for offshore blocks were signed at the Maximos Mansion – The agreements open a new chapter in the development of domestic...
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Kyriakos Mitsotakis sends a message of electoral mobilization to New Democracy officials and continues pressure on PASOK
This afternoon, the governing party’s organizational wing will hold the...
Asylum revoked for 33 migrants in two weeks – Order by Thanos Plevris for the re-examination of hundreds of cases
In 2025 alone, 196 revocations were recorded, a number that...
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>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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The Mind is the New Battleground: Spain’s assault on social media platforms & the dangerous precedent
American Hellenic Institute Foundation launches 2026 College Student Foreign Policy Trip
Three-week program in Washington, Cyprus and Greece offers hands-on experience in diplomacy and U.S. strategy...
Do the Orthodox also have a Valentine’s Day? Who were Aquila and Priscilla
Saints Aquila and Priscilla: Their connection to the Day of the Lovers, they were "proposed" by Christodoulos as the "Saint...
Alexis Tsipras presents “Ithaki” in Larissa today
Earlier, the former Prime Minister listened to the concerns of the young generation and spoke with them about current affairs
Acherontia atropos: The moth with the skull on its chest
From African skies to European gardens, this mysterious moth fascinates with its eerie markings, unique chirp, and unexpected role in...
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How the ring operated that opened and shut down restaurants and bars using “straw men” to evade VAT and social-security contributions—dismantled by the AADE
How authorities identified three major rings with total debts exceeding €24 million in taxes and...
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
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