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Jan 2025
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World

Looting spree in Los Angeles: People won’t leave their homes to avoid being robbed – National Guard on the streets and curfew

Videos of robbers breaking into homes - Complaints of inadequate policing - Fines of up to $1,000 or up to six months in jail for those violating curfew

Greece

Vindication for Greece – EU cancels “Turkaegean” trademark

Greece is strong and defends its commercial interests with determination and effectiveness, says Takis Theodoricakos

11 Saturday Jan 2025
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Politics

Sweeping changes in the disciplinary of civil servants – A new body is created with members of the Legal Council

The involvement of the National Transparency Authority in the disciplinary procedure is strengthened - Strict deadlines are set and a control mechanism is created for unjustified delays

Politics

Dendias: We are shaping a new long-term strategy for our national security

We are implementing the largest reform of the armed forces in Greek history with Agenda 2030, said the Minister of National Defense

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Theodorikakos “freezes” lifetime insurance contract increases, changes in Public Sector disciplinary procedures, and challenges for gas stations

Hello, in the final act of Kostas Simitis’ farewell, what happened was exactly what had been evident from the moment his death was announced. Those...

Culture

Ministry of Culture: New routes and viewing areas at the Ancient Agora of Athens and Kerameikos

The project, with a total budget of €5,800,000, is funded by the Recovery Fund and is scheduled for completion by the end of the current...

Lawsuit and compensation claim by Kasselakis Against Polakis: “No more tolerance” – The SYRIZA MP’s pesponse

From the awarded compensation, we will support inclusion initiatives, the leader of the Movement for Democracy emphasized

Fidan: Athens faces internal pressures that affect our dialogue – “Western Thrace” is included in our differences

Along with the disputes in the Aegean, the Turkish Foreign...

Androulakis: New Democracy’s clientelistic manipulations in waste management create huge distortions

Meeting with the Mayor of Athens, Haris Doukas

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Epiphany celebrations: Festivities with splendor – From Athens and Patras to Syros and the Phanar

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Greece begins its term of office at the United Nations Security Council

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3 Ski Resorts, 3 Winter Escapes in Greece for January

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Mitsotakis: “Greece, a beacon of stability in an unstable world” – At Dexamenis for the immersion of the Holy Cross

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

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Major infrastructure projects set to transform Greece in 2025

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Epiphany celebrations: Festivities with splendor – From Athens and Patras to Syros and the Phanar

2

Greece begins its term of office at the United Nations Security Council

3

3 Ski Resorts, 3 Winter Escapes in Greece for January

4

Mitsotakis: “Greece, a beacon of stability in an unstable world” – At Dexamenis for the immersion of the Holy Cross

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

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Major infrastructure projects set to transform Greece in 2025

Ioannina Castle

The oldest Byzantine castle in the country also serves as the emblem of the city and acts as a reminder of both the glory

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

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

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

Meteora, Kalambaka and Preveza fascinate the Serbs

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

“Greek for Late Beginners” – The successful online program of the Greek Community of Melbourne Schools continues

VCE Preparation Summer Seminar by the Greek Community of Melbourne Schools

This is an extremely useful and well-structured program, designed and delivered by qualified teachers with...

Christmas at the Metropolitan Church of Oslo

On Christmas Day, the Metropolitan celebrated the Divine Liturgy assisted by the Rev. Economos Fr....

Holiday Wishes from Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

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

Matt Damon as Odysseus, Charlize Theron as Circe in Christopher Nolan’s new “Odyssey”

Athens to host the European Film Awards in January 2027

"Our city's position as a popular destination for the international film industry is recognized", says Haris Doukas

Lina Mendoni – George Tsunis: The farewell and plans for continued cooperation

The Minister of Culture praised the contributions of the outgoing US Ambassador to Greece

Ministry of Culture: Sets in motion the restoration of the building-monument of the old Museum of Mytilene

The building of the Old Archaeological Museum of Mytilene, constructed in 1912, originally served as...

Mel Gibson: His Los Angeles home completely burned down – “At least I won’t have plumbing problems anymore,” he joked

The actor was away during the disaster, as he was in Austin, Texas, participating in...

Ed Sheeran: Establishes foundation to support music education

The "Ed Sheeran Foundation" aims to provide inclusive music education

Golden Globes pave the way to the Oscars: Victories, surprising defeats, and key supporting roles

As the 2025 Oscar nominations approach, the Golden Globe Awards shape the frontrunners and trends...

Paul de Gres: The post on the two years since the death of his father, former King Constantine

Vindication for Greece – EU cancels “Turkaegean” trademark

Greece is strong and defends its commercial interests with determination and effectiveness, says Takis Theodoricakos

Dolphins surrounded a boat in Nea Skioni, Halkidiki – Watch video

The dolphins were just a breath away from the boat and accompanied it along its...

Nineteen arrests for “protection” of brothels and gambling clubs – Four police officers among the accused

A police officer is among the arrested officers – The suspects are also accused of...

Norway considers making shelters in large buildings mandatory again

Until 1998, every large apartment complex in the country was required to have a war shelter

Xi Jinping will send a high-ranking Chinese representative to Donald Trump’s inauguration

Trump has invited the Chinese president to attend his inauguration...

Ramaswamy and Musk “map” the US Treasury before they start the cuts

The DOGE delegates have already been to more than 10...

War in Ukraine: EU disburses Kyiv the first €3 billion of frozen Russian assets

The total loan amount to be sent to Ukraine from...

AFIS leads the way for 2024, with record battery recycling

Black Sea: The oil spill from the tanker sinking continues spreading for three weeks

More than 30 marine mammals found dead after the sinking of two tankers in mid-December

Private jet usage: Who pollutes the most

Eric Schmidt tops list of private jet users in 2024, emitting over 7,000 metric tons of CO₂

Bali’s beaches drowned in rubbish – Cleanup operation by volunteers

An NGO described this accumulation of waste as the "worst" plastic pollution ever to hit Bali’s shores

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Hatzidakis: Rules and taxation on cryptocurrencies introduced in 2025

The Minister of National Economy outlined the main pillars of the bill aimed at strengthening...

Tax declaration 2025: The application for separate spousal declarations is now open

A key advantage of filing separate tax declarations is that the issuance of a tax...

Property: Unseen cuts trim tax breaks for 2024 renovations

Traps for co-owners and those who share the usufruct - What they should have done...

Greek olive oil producer best in the world for 2024 – Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms in 1st place worldwide as producers of gourmet olive oils

Greek olive oil producer best in the world for 2024 – Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms in 1st place worldwide as producers of gourmet olive oils

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

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