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Politics

Omnibus bill of the Ministry of National Defence: A new era for the armed forces, but also reactions over pay, ranks and deferments

The omnibus bill, which will be discussed in Parliament in early 2026, includes a new Pay Scale, a new Rank Structure, a new career system, a reform of military education, changes to deferments, and a redesign of the reserve force – Why strong reactions are emerging and from whom

Politics

“Don’t even think about it, those who believe they can restore empires” – The message from the Tripartite Summit to Erdogan, what Netanyahu & Mitsotakis (video)

“The cooperation between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel has strategic weight and strengthens security in the region,” said the Prime Minister – Joint statements with Christodoulides from Jerusalem

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Greece

The farmer unionist, the rice fields, and the illegal subsidies of €122,000 – Anestidis in the prosecutor’s crosshairs

From the investigation of the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), it emerged that the agricultural trade unionist received, for the years 2019–2024, an amount of €122,765.04 solely for land plots for which ownership status could not be established on the basis of cadastral data

Greece

23 new trains are coming to the tracks of the Greek railway – Contract to be signed between the State and Hellenic Train

In an important move, the Ministry of Transport is expected to proceed shortly with the signing of the revised contract between the Greek State and...

Economy

The change (still to come) for the farmers, the rumours (out of place) about elections and the PM for Dendias-Kairidis, Euroxx and the Christmas quarrel

We’ve officially entered the festive week: seasonally cold weather, heavy traffic that tests patience, and packed shops and restaurants—especially in Athens

Culture

Singer Chris Rea dies at the age of 74

Chris Rea was a distinctive musical figure, blending blues, pop, soul, and soft rock in a career that included 25 studio albums

Mitsotakis meets Abbas in Ramallah; One-on-one meeting with Netanyahu and Greece–Cyprus–Israel trilateral to follow

After Ramallah, the Greek Prime Minister will travel to Jerusalem for a meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu

Interview poll: Pierrakakis, Dendias, Georgiades the most active ministers, Karystianou ahead of Tsipras

New Democracy is first in the election result estimation with...

Centre-left reconfiguration ahead of 2026: Tsipras’ initiative, SYRIZA uncertainty, and new party movements

From "Ithaca" and the calls for self-organization to the withdrawals,...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Greece

The frigate Kimon delivered – “With the four Belharra, Hellenism has the strongest Navy in its history,” says Dendias

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Greece

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

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Greece

The renowned violinist and conductor André Rieu recently presented the Greek Christmas carols

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Greece

Code “Port Arc”: The US plan that is redrawing the map of Greece from North to South

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Greece

Rare video shows Domna Samiou teaching Cretan Christmas carols

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Greece

12th Arcadia Classic Tour, 24-25 January 2026 (video-photos)

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Greece

The frigate Kimon delivered – “With the four Belharra, Hellenism has the strongest Navy in its history,” says Dendias

2
Greece

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

3
Greece

The renowned violinist and conductor André Rieu recently presented the Greek Christmas carols

4
Greece

Code “Port Arc”: The US plan that is redrawing the map of Greece from North to South

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Greece

Rare video shows Domna Samiou teaching Cretan Christmas carols

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Greece

12th Arcadia Classic Tour, 24-25 January 2026 (video-photos)

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

Training program for teaching the Greek language in the diaspora by the University of Ioannina

Epaminondas Stathopoulos: The Greek who shaped the sound of the electric guitar

How Epaminondas “Epi” Stathopoulos carved his name into electric guitars—and into the history of modern...

“Sleep, My Little Angel, Sweetly to My Song” by His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

The lullaby constitutes not only tenderness, but also memory, tradition, folk wisdom, and theological depth,...

GCM Stands in Solidarity with the Jewish Community

The premeditated act of terror is an affront to all Australians and our collective shared...

Ancient treasures unveiled: The Royal Palace of Pella opens to the public with stunning Hellenistic statues

Rare video shows Domna Samiou teaching Cretan Christmas carols

The 1974 footage comes from the ERT archive – It shows a rehearsal of the co-ed high school of the...

Christos Markogiannakis honored as Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters

The prestigious award ceremony took place in Paris

British Museum: Loans of up to 3 years are its new model for antiquities removed from other countries – What it plans to do with the Parthenon Sculptures

It was inaugurated a few days ago with the transfer of 80 exhibits, including Greek...

Konstantinos Argyros: “God willing, I will expand my family”

Konstantinos Argyros spoke about the possibility of having more children, expressing openness to it

Valeria Golino: A woman who wants to define her own life, body, and destiny is something deeply political

Listening is the opposite of weakness. It is the most creative form of power,” tells...

Timothée Chalamet reveals he trained in table tennis for seven years for his new film “Marty Supreme”

Timothée Chalamet revealed that he trained in table tennis for seven years for the needs...

Weather: In Pelion and the Dodecanese the highest rainfall, where heavy rain will occur on Tuesday

The farmer unionist, the rice fields, and the illegal subsidies of €122,000 – Anestidis in the prosecutor’s crosshairs

From the investigation of the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE), it emerged that the agricultural trade unionist received, for...

Christmas of division in Cyprus: The “December Events” of 1963 that were stained with blood

On 21 December 1963, the fragile thread of trust finally snapped and with it, the...

Farmers’ roadblocks: Severe traffic problems on the Thiva–Livadeia route

Farmers’ roadblocks in Trikala, Karditsa, and Ioannina

In Damascus, Fidan and Kalin: Turkey-Syria relations on the table one year after the fall of Assad

The integration of the Syrian Kurdish forces into the Syrian army, an issue of great concern to Ankara, was discussed

Paramount insists on Warner Bros. takeover: $40.4 billion personal guarantee from Larry Ellison

The Warner Bros. board has repeatedly rejected Paramount's proposal, opting...

Politico: Despite the war, France will build nuclear fuel in Germany with the help of a Russian company

Can the ambitious plan to phase out Russian nuclear fuel...

A Russian-American agreement on Ukraine is what our opponents in Brussels fear, says Sergei Ryabkov

Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister claims that progress in the negotiations...

Scientists talk of the risks of climate change to pregnant women and infants

In the mountain forests of the Peloponnese, Greek fir trees are dying en masse without being burned

Guardian research highlights the multiple risks facing spruce forests due to the climate crisis

China: Surreal images show entire mountains covered with solar panels (video)

Covering an area of over 866,000 square meters, the solar power plant can generate 53 million kWh of electricity annually

Greek scientists uncovered the history of the Red Sea

The aim of the expedition was to map and study the continental shelf of Saudi Arabia in the area of...

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Japan to restart the world’s largest nuclear power plant, 15 years after the Fukushima disaster

The Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant was closed, along with dozens of others, after the 2011...

Renovations: new programme with 600 million subsidies for residential buildings

Government announces €400-500 million programme from the NSRF for subsidised renovations of old houses and...

Operation housing: €7 billion in measures through 2027 — incentives and subsidies for 1.6 million beneficiaries

A €7bn plan to unlock idle homes, rein in short-term rentals, and ease pressure on...

Twenty -five festive options for an epic Christmas dinner

Twenty -five festive options for an epic Christmas dinner

Beef Wellington: Step-by-step technique for a festive extravagance

Beef Wellington: Step-by-step technique for a festive extravagance

Bravo Italia! Italian cuisine joins UNESCO – 10 iconic recipes

Bravo Italia! Italian cuisine joins UNESCO – 10 iconic recipes

From soy to meat: Why vegan products are post-dated

From soy to meat: Why vegan products are post-dated

Panettone: Where to find the best this holiday season

Panettone: Where to find the best this holiday season

Chicken Parmigiana – The authentic recipe for Italian-American chicken

Chicken Parmigiana – The authentic recipe for Italian-American chicken

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Pano Koufonisi