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Dec 2025
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Economy

New early debt repayment of €5.3 billion by Greece today: The benefits for the country, households & businesses

It is a move that lifts burdens from the future and unlocks the forces of the next generation, without burdening that generation’s present

Greece

The heavy past and the days of the “Greek Escobar” arrested over the cocaine boat in the Atlantic

His vessel was carrying a large quantity of cocaine from Latin America to Europe — He is considered the “mastermind” of the largest cocaine ring ever to operate in Greece

15 Monday Dec 2025
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Athens 15°C
Culture

The village in the Peloponnese from which, according to myth, Paris abducted the beautiful Helen

Opposite it lies a small islet, which, according to mythology, is considered the birthplace of the Dioscuri

Economy

Why Europeans were captivated by Pierrakakis and the turnaround story of the Greek economy

The behind-the-scenes story of a national success and the decisive role of Kyriakos Mitsotakis – The journey of the “orchestrator” of the country’s Digital Transformation...

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What goes on behind closed doors

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The “happy Mitsotakis,” the phone calls to Pierre, and the farmers who…don’t want the tax authority at their heels (OPEKEPE was just fine), the pressure on servicers, the Chatziminas deal

The critical decisions for Viva Wallet & why Ioannis Martinos is now looking toward dry bulk

World

Terrorist attack in Sydney: The perpetrators are believed to have had links to ISIS – Their victims ranged in age from 10 to 87

The attackers were father and son and “deliberately targeted the Jewish community” – Australian media report that an ISIS flag was found in their car

Mitsotakis to farmers: Dialogue cannot take place with ultimatums – Roadblocks undermine your struggle – We are examining a new support package

He says he is surprised by the farmers’ “no” – “Whoever rejects the principles of democracy assumes a great burden...

Zoe’s extreme parliamentary reality show: The repeated calls to 100, the sexist attacks, and the “to the very end”

Over the last 48 hours, the president of Plefsi Eleftherias...

Mitsotakis meets the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for Cyprus

María Ángela Holguín briefed the Prime Minister on yesterday’s trilateral...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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The redevelopment of Ellinikon prioritizes the extension of the Metro toward Glyfada – New extensions to follow

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How “Albanian” was Georgios Kastriotis or Skanderbeg, what does the domed tomb at the Hilandar Monastery on Mount Athos hide?

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The Greeks of Silicon Valley

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Aristotle Onassis: The last and loneliest Christmas of the man who wanted it all

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What the leadership of the ESM means for Greece: The country’s major creditor and the messages for the Greek economy

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Kalafatis Family: A “quiet” leader exporting to more than 60 countries

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The redevelopment of Ellinikon prioritizes the extension of the Metro toward Glyfada – New extensions to follow

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How “Albanian” was Georgios Kastriotis or Skanderbeg, what does the domed tomb at the Hilandar Monastery on Mount Athos hide?

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The Greeks of Silicon Valley

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Aristotle Onassis: The last and loneliest Christmas of the man who wanted it all

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What the leadership of the ESM means for Greece: The country’s major creditor and the messages for the Greek economy

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Kalafatis Family: A “quiet” leader exporting to more than 60 countries

4 Winter experiences for everyone in 4 villages of Arcadia

Unique activities in beautiful, picturesque villages in a lovely corner of Greece: Mountainous Arcadia

The Spanish magazine Viajar highlights Ios as the island of authenticity and ancient mysteries

The leading Spanish travel magazine presents the “many faces” of Ios, from the tomb of Homer to the Gaïtis-Simosi Museum, which harmoniously “marries” the breathtaking view of the Aegean with aesthetics

7 Villages Ideal for a Digital Nomad’s Winter Escape in Solitude

Skip the latte. Clock in from where the Wi‑Fi hums, the elders gossip & your Zoom background steals the show

The Athens Day Trip Guide: 22 Escapes in Every Direction

Your roadmap to the remarkable worlds orbiting the capital—each just a short drive or ferry ride away

World’s 50 Best Bars 2025: Athens’ Winning Trio

Athens certainly has a dazzling nightlife scene, with three of its bars again awarded among the world's 50 best

Crete’s Tsikoudia Season: Fire, Grapes and Community

Vineyards, copper stills and an EU‑protected spirit that binds villages in aromatic smoke, songs, and that very special hospitality

Postcards, Alive: 5 Greek Landscapes for Fall–Winter

From misty monasteries to mirrored lakes, autumn in Greece paints the landscape in golds, ambers, and quiet, cinematic light

Thessaloniki, After Hours: 21 Prime Nightlife Addresses

Exploring the northern capital's vibrant bar scene: unique spaces, local flavors, and creative cocktails

Lemon, Oil, Go: Top 13 Fish Taverns In and Around Athens Worth the Taxi Meter

Being in Athens doesn't mean going without fresh, traditional - or just so exciting - seafood and fish

Greece Shines (Again) in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards

From landmark hotels to islands, Greece received awards in seven categories, its growing global appeal becoming evident

St Eleftherios Church celebrates Feast Day in Brunswick

The Feast of Saint Nicholas at the Finnish Parish of Stockholm

The hymns of the day were chanted in Finnish, Karelian, Swedish, Greek, and Church Slavonic...

AADE’s guide for Greeks abroad for VAT, declarations, property and income in Greece

With a VAT number and TAXISnet codes, foreign residents can do almost everything electronically: declarations,...

The man who invented soft-serve ice cream was Greek — The story of Tom Carvel

Athanasios Karvelas was born on July 14, 1906, in Athens, and in 1910 his parents...

9th Ministerial Meeting of the forum of Ancient Civilizations: Athens as the meeting point for Culture Ministers from around the world

Emma Stone for Gala magazine: “Life has a sense of humor, even in its darkest moments”

A conversation with the Oscar-winning actress on Bugonia, her creative bond with Yorgos Lanthimos, and why humor never leaves her...

Italy: The non-profit organisation managing Florence Cathedral is the victim of a €30 million fraud

The fraud allegedly took place over a period of 6 months with money laundering and...

At least 600 objects of “significant cultural value” stolen from a Bristol museum

Authorities are looking for four suspects

Emily in Paris: fashion stories and style created by the popular TV series

The first official scrapbook, from Assouline, shows how the Emily in Paris costumes became a...

Christos Nikolopoulos: “Paschalis Terzis sang a new song for me — we will hear it soon”

I recognized Paschalis’ value; I was the first to give him his first record, said...

Lily Collins commented on Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Jimmy Fallon, after he had previously said that he watches Emily in Paris

The Greek Prime Minister had said earlier that he likes to relax by watching this...

The heavy past and the days of the “Greek Escobar” arrested over the cocaine boat in the Atlantic

See all the farmers’ demands to the government: They do not want OPEKEPE’s control to be transferred to AADE

Farmers are reacting to the cleanup of the subsidy mechanism through the transfer of OPEKEPE’s responsibilities to AADE, as decided...

The redevelopment of Ellinikon prioritizes the extension of the Metro toward Glyfada – New extensions to follow

Extension of Metro Line 2 toward Ilion and future extensions of Line 4

Farmers to submit their demands today after saying no to Monday’s meeting – Mitsotakis’ response expected

“We will not leave the roadblocks until the government takes a position,” say the farmers...

Vessel with Greek interests found with cocaine in the Atlantic – Notorious “baron” arrested

Five people have been arrested in connection with the case, while another five are expected to be arrested – The...

Brutal crime in Hollywood: Renowned director Rob Reiner and his wife found dead, allegedly murdered by their son

The 78-year-old director of well-known Hollywood hits (“When Harry Met...

Terrorist attack in Sydney: The perpetrators are believed to have had links to ISIS – Their victims ranged in age from 10 to 87

The attackers were father and son and “deliberately targeted the...

Shooting in Sydney: Gunfire by two unknown individuals at a Jewish celebration on a beach, reports of casualties (videos)

Information indicates two arrests and 13 injured, with reports of...

Zero Waste Horeca: The sustainable initiative for the project that is changing coffee and hospitality in Greece

International Mountain Day: Their protection is strengthened through ministerial decisions of the Ministry of Environment and Energy

The Ministry of Environment and Energy announces the reinforcement and expansion of the “Untrodden Mountains” program

List of the warmest cities – Athens being one of them

By 2021, the Greek capital held the record for the highest temperature in Europe, with 48°C recorded in 1977

EU reaches agreement to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions by 90% by 2040

The EU sets a binding target for a 90% emissions reduction by 2040, combining domestic cuts with limited carbon-offset credits

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EU: Agreement on €3 fee for small parcels from China in 2026 – Shein and Temu in the spotlight

The EU is imposing a temporary €3 fee on small parcels starting in 2026, mainly...

Stock Exchange: Selective positioning and balance exercises above 2,100 points

Within striking distance of this year's tops with record boosts in Wall Street and Euromarkets...

The historic success of Pierrakakis and the moves that locked his victory in the Eurogroup presidency

Contacts and direct consultations with European leaders by Kyriakos Mitsotakis - The election makes Pierrakakis...

Panettone: Where to find the best this holiday season

Panettone: Where to find the best this holiday season

Great Greek wines at the Masters of wine auction at Sotheby’s

Great Greek wines at the Masters of wine auction at Sotheby’s

Chicken Parmigiana – The authentic recipe for Italian-American chicken

Chicken Parmigiana – The authentic recipe for Italian-American chicken

Tzigero-Sarmades: What are they – Why they’re a favorite traditional Christmas meze throughout Greece

Tzigero-Sarmades: What are they – Why they’re a favorite traditional Christmas meze throughout Greece

Bakeries and pastry shops for this year’s Christmas melomakarona

Bakeries and pastry shops for this year’s Christmas melomakarona

Taste Atlas: Naples crowned the food capital for 2025 — Which Greek dish made the global Top 10

Taste Atlas: Naples crowned the food capital for 2025 — Which Greek dish made the global Top 10

>Photo of the day

Forrest – waterfalls