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Economy

Tax cuts, wage and pension increases – All the tax measures expected in 2025

Strengthening income and combating tax evasion are the main objectives of the Authorities - With the completion of the interconnection of POS with cash registers and the implementation of the myData system, additional VAT revenues of €1.8 billion are expected

Greece

Investigations in West Attica for the dangerous criminals who escaped from the Kassaveteia prison

Reports that they have been seen by civilians

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World

Jimmy Carter: From Plains to eternity – The final farewell to the longest serving US president

The six-day funeral service started in Georgia - See videos and photos

> Latest Stories

Nikola Jokić named top European Basketball Player of 2024, Giannis Antetokounmpo second

Jimmy Carter: From Plains to eternity – The final farewell to the longest serving US president

Thodoris Atheridis on Smaragda Karydi: “I’ve been in love with her for all 22 years we’ve been together”

Investigations in West Attica for the dangerous criminals who escaped from the Kassaveteia prison

Athens Concert Hall: The new generation of virtuoso musicians in a concert

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Sports

Nikola Jokić named top European Basketball Player of 2024, Giannis Antetokounmpo second

FIBA Europe voting results for the best European NBA player of 2024

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What goes on behind closed doors

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The 15 days for the President of the Republic, Ivan, Maris and Open (maybe?), the northern New Democracy, PASOK and the electoral law, the Syntagma festivity

The predictions of LinkedIn's founder about the profession of the future - The Grand Resort, its performance, and the €785 million bill

World

Bob Menendez: He asks for leniency from the judges and blames his wife – “She misled me”

The former senator's lawyers argue in their memo that Menendez's biggest failure was that he was seduced by a deceitful wife - He says he...

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Greece

These are the 13 most popular topics on protothema.gr for 2024

World

Musk calls for the release of a British Tommy Robinson

Greece

Non-state universities, IB in model schools, literary works and prevention of internet addiction – The “map” of education for 2025

World

TikTok ban in Albania triggers debate on freedom of speech

World

British PM Keir Starmer faces thunderous criticism over the horror young girls endured at the hands of Pakistani grooming gangs (videos)

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> Politics

> Politics

Mitsotakis: 2024 is a milestone year for Greek business – The economy is on the road to recovery

Our commitment is to further improve the business environment by further strengthening the infrastructure and reducing bureaucracy, said the PM

Adonis Georgiades: “My personal bet to reduce the waiting time at on-call services”

"We cannot postpone reforms for trade union reasons," the health...

Turkey: Return of the “Blue Homeland” exercise after 3 years

The exercise is used by Turkey as a tool of...

>More Politics >Kyriakos Mitsotakis>Stefanos Kasselakis>2024 elections

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

1

Bartholomew: “We pray for an end to the bloodshed in the Middle East”

2

Liver transplantation in Turin, with a Greek donor and his eleven-month-old daughter as the recipient

3

The provocative speech of Hoxha against Greece and the 218 million drachmas that Albania received from Greece as “war reparations”

4

The Ancient Greek roots of Christmas celebrations

5

Turkish games with the Cypriot EEZ – Athens and Nicosia on alert

6

Those who commit new offences while they are released on parole must go to prison

1

Bartholomew: “We pray for an end to the bloodshed in the Middle East”

2

Liver transplantation in Turin, with a Greek donor and his eleven-month-old daughter as the recipient

3

The provocative speech of Hoxha against Greece and the 218 million drachmas that Albania received from Greece as “war reparations”

4

The Ancient Greek roots of Christmas celebrations

5

Turkish games with the Cypriot EEZ – Athens and Nicosia on alert

6

Those who commit new offences while they are released on parole must go to prison

>Travel

10 Most Famous Greek Temples: Temple of Hephaestus

Dedicated to the god of metal working

Lake Plastira

An artificial lake in the heart of mainland Greece, Lake Plastira is located in Thessaly, close to the city of Karditsa

Must-see places in Greece: Tsilivi, Zakynthos

The remarkable neat beach town

Lake Doxa

This is another artificial lake as a result of building a dam. Lake Doxa is situated in the Corinthian mountain range and is mostly frequented

Pelion: Pelion Paths

Apart from immersing yourselves in the natural beauty of the place on its mountainous trails

Folegandros: Panagia Church

It is the island’s largest church. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Church of Panagia looks down on Chora and was built in the ruins of an ancient temple

The Milos Beaches You Simply Mustn’t Miss

People across the planet dream of visiting some of Milos' 70 incredible beaches. Make sure you experience these

Skopelos, the most beautiful island for the French

The island holds the first place in the most beautiful film locations in Greece

Egremni beach

Egremni is another gem of a beach that Lefkada has to offer

Astypalea, the top “secret” island of Greece for the British

Reminiscent of a butterfly and featuring traditional whitewashed villages, stunning sunsets and fantastic beaches, Travel Weekly writes about Astypalaia

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> Diaspora

>Diaspora

Christmas at the Metropolitan Church of Oslo

Holiday Wishes from Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

"I embrace you, with all my love and gratitude"

Students of the Greek Community of Melbourne Schools bring Christmas to Fronditha Care

The warm welcome and the tearful smiles of the elderly made the occasion truly special

His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden’s Archpastoral Encyclical 2024 on Christ’s Nativity

"Let us pray to the Lord, who deigned to be incarnated as an infant, to...

>More Diaspora

> Culture

>Culture

Athens Concert Hall: The new generation of virtuoso musicians in a concert

The Camerata brings the New Year’s scent of Vienna to the Athens Concert Hall

What will the program of its New Year’s concert include

Romain Gavras: Filming for his new movie takes place in Athens, Lavrio, Drama, and Santorini

Which famous actors are starring?

“The Lord of the Rings”: The award-winning music of the famous trilogy in a concert in Athens

With the orchestra of Oscar-winning composer Howard Shore

>coldplay>concert>theater
>coldplay>concert>theater

> Lifestyle

>Lifestyle

Thodoris Atheridis on Smaragda Karydi: “I’ve been in love with her for all 22 years we’ve been together”

The actor spoke about his long-lasting relationship, the importance of respect and admiration, and his...

Kalomoira: Poses in the snow and reveals her goals for the New Year

The singer traveled with her family to Iceland and shared photos and personal reflections

Billie Eilish breaks global streaming records with new song – Video

What cities she will visit on her European tour

>More Lifestyle

> Society

>Society

Investigations in West Attica for the dangerous criminals who escaped from the Kassaveteia prison

The weather over the three day weekend – Following the rain, sunshine and warm seas

On Saturday and Sunday there will be local rains while the temperature will drop due to the north winds -...

Volos: Nightmarish hours for mother and her 10-year-old daughter – Husband in jail

The 45-year-old man tried to break into the house by breaking the windows

Supermarket opening hours today (4/1): What time the stores close on Saturday

Which supermarkets will be open on the eve and on the day of Epiphany

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>weather>heat wave

> World

> World

Jimmy Carter: From Plains to eternity – The final farewell to the longest serving US president

The six-day funeral service started in Georgia - See videos and photos

Vietnam: Hanoi is the most polluted city in the world, authorities seek solutions

The government announced it will promote the use of more...

Bob Menendez: He asks for leniency from the judges and blames his wife – “She misled me”

The former senator's lawyers argue in their memo that Menendez's...

On 9 January the debate between Elon Musk and AfD leader Alice Weidel on X

Elon Musk had come out in favour of the AfD...

>More World News

> Environment

>Environment

Sweden: Wolf hunt starts today – Reactions from activist organisations

Concern over the next major volcanic eruption: We are not prepared for the chaos it will cause

The most catastrophic volcanic eruption 210 years ago and experts’ predictions for the next one – Areas under observation

Plastic pollution: Why scientists say “stop” to ocean clean-up

Experts express concern about the impact on the environment of initiatives by organisations that allow waste collection

Panyaden International School: Sustainable architecture masterpieces built with mud and bamboo

How Marcus Roselieb crafted a unique school in Thailand, blending natural materials with innovative design to create an award-winning architectural...

>More Environment

> Economy

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> Economy

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Athens Stock Exchange: Nearing 14-year highs boosted by banks

Weekly "jump" of more than +2% - At the highest level since last May the...

Natural gas: Prices at 14-month high – What analysts “see”

The European gas market is facing depleting reserves and reduced supplies after the loss of...

AADE: Organizational upgrade of customs offices at the Greek-Bulgarian border

The customs offices at these crossings are upgraded to "A - B Class" - A...

>More Economy >ELSTAT>taxes>business

Mediterranean Cuisine

Dakos ranked as the World’s Best Salad on Taste Atlas – Five Greek salads among the best

Dakos ranked as the World’s Best Salad on Taste Atlas – Five Greek salads among the best

The ingredient that will elevate your hot chocolate

The ingredient that will elevate your hot chocolate

EODY: What to watch out for at the festive tables – Its advice on food

EODY: What to watch out for at the festive tables – Its advice on food

Taste Atlas “praises” ribs and kleftiko – They made the list of the 100 best foods in the world

Taste Atlas “praises” ribs and kleftiko – They made the list of the 100 best foods in the world

The secrets that have made mastic a global trend

The secrets that have made mastic a global trend

Greek Cuisine tops the world at Taste Atlas Awards – The ten dishes that secured first place

Greek Cuisine tops the world at Taste Atlas Awards – The ten dishes that secured first place

>Photo of the day

Mykonos Island, Greece –
Strofilia Forest – Achaia
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