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Monday
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Feb 2026
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Economy

Airbnb: Revenues near €1 billion are reshaping government policy

In less than a decade, revenues rose from €70 million to €973 million — What applies in 2026 to new licenses, bans, and property transfers in Athens and Thessaloniki — Why the government is avoiding blanket measures

Politics

Mitsotakis: Intention for bold constitutional revision – Focus on immunity lift, justice, public sector tenure, President’s term

The Prime Minister launches the process, emphasizing a clear commitment to fight the deep state – The full proposal will be presented in March, parliamentary procedure starts in April – See the letter to ND parliamentary group members

02 Monday Feb 2026
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Athens 14°C
Politics

Bistis and 9 more leave the New Left: They disagree with the photographic disapproval of Tsipras

They speak of endless navel-gazing about the “purity” of the Left’s identity and advocate cooperation with the forces of the Center-Left

Greece

Lent is coming, new increases of up to 15% in seafood prices in supermarkets – Shrimp prices soared, where has the squid arrived

Significant increases in seafood prices ahead of Lent 2026 - Octopus, squid and squid more expensive in supermarkets with increases of up to 15%

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What goes on behind closed doors

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K.M.’s Address, Nikos the Dribbler “Rumenige” and the Whip, the Ambassador of President Maria, Alpha Bank’s “Base” Salary €1,600, Ivan and Porto Carras

Greeks remain strong in new ship orders & the sudden storm in precious metals

Culture

Ion Dragoumis: The unknown notebooks on the Macedonian struggle and his passions

105 Years Since His Assassination, a New Book Reveals the Multifaceted Personality of Ion Dragoumis.

PASOK: Those from the “presidential camp” threaten expulsions — Doukas and Geroulanos in the crosshairs, their responses

The PASOK leadership and senior party figures are heading toward open confrontation ahead of the party Congress. Threats of expulsions,...

Greek Interior Minister: We are preparing electronic voting for the 2028 local government elections

“We want to implement all the tools in order to...

Mitsotakis on the 30th anniversary of the Imia crisis: There are no “grey zones” in the Aegean; once again we bow to the fallen

“The experience of Imia teaches that national vigilance must be...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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One minute of silence in Parliament for the deceased workers in Trikala and PAOK supporters

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Historic opportunity for Greek agri-food products from the EU–India agreement – Tariffs on olive oil reduced to zero

3

Natural disasters: When early prevention offers protection

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Oscars 2026: Four nominations for Yorgos Lanthimos’ Bugonia

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Violanda factory tragedy: Who was responsible for inspections, permits, labour, and arbitrariness

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Greek antiquities held by the company of Robin Symes are being repatriated

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One minute of silence in Parliament for the deceased workers in Trikala and PAOK supporters

2

Historic opportunity for Greek agri-food products from the EU–India agreement – Tariffs on olive oil reduced to zero

3

Natural disasters: When early prevention offers protection

4

Oscars 2026: Four nominations for Yorgos Lanthimos’ Bugonia

5

Violanda factory tragedy: Who was responsible for inspections, permits, labour, and arbitrariness

6

Greek antiquities held by the company of Robin Symes are being repatriated

Athens, with Kids: 33 Activities They’ll Actually Love

From hands‑on museums and inventive playgrounds to forest escapes and starlit domes, a carefully curated guide to Athens for families

The Best Greek Islands for Foodies

Islands where local ingredients, tradition, and craft shape every meal

A New Burger Capital? These 21 Athens Spots Make the Case

A guide to the burgers, kitchens, and flavors shaping Athens right now

Farm Life, Elevated: 21 Agritourism Retreats Across Greece

From olive groves and mountain vineyards to island farms, these guesthouses invite you to experience a slower, more grounded Greece

Laptop, Coffee, Designer Bites: The 30 Most Work-Friendly Cafés in Athens

Where the grind meets grace: a tight edit of central places for anyone who knows how to work the room

Athens’ 30 Best Vintage Stores: The Best Gift You Can Buy Yourself

From couture classics to boho one‑offs and conscious secondhand, Athens’ best addresses deliver character, craft, and seriously wearable finds

The 30 Best Street‑Food Stops in Athens, Bite by Bite

A local guide to the city’s most irresistible handheld bites, from pizza and souvlaki to banh mi and noodles

The Best Greek Islands for Thrill Seekers

Islands that ask something of the traveler and reward effort and curiosity

The 29 Best Restaurants Defining Thessaloniki’s Food Scene in 2026

Here’s what you’re about to discover: Culinary rock stars, humble, historic kitchens, and modern restaurants that will startle your senses

4 Winter experiences for everyone in 4 villages of Arcadia

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

National Hellenic Society opens applications for summer 2026 heritage Greece programs

AHIF and Queens College release special journal of Modern Hellenism Issue on genocide

Dedicated to the memory of scholar and researcher George Mavropoulos

Applications are open for the National Hellenic Society’s Heritage Greece 2026

NHS is sponsoring 100 students to discover their Greek heritage

Ioulia Karapataki to headline Antipodes & Greek Fest at Darling Harbour

Karapataki will perform at the Antipodes Festival in Melbourne on Saturday 28 February, followed by...

European Parliament: “Yes” to AI protection for artists and media in the EU

In Megalopolis, Arcadia, the world’s oldest known wooden tools – see photos

“This area was very important for human evolution throughout Europe,” explains the head of the research, paleoanthropologist Katerina Harvati

The Shackled Men of Phaleron: This is what the space that will host the major archaeological find will look like – Photos

The 79 human skeletons from the 7th century BC will be visible to the public...

The dirty side of Pompeii: baths filled with sweat and urine, according to a new study

Hygiene was far from ideal in the Roman city, which was not connected to a...

Grammy 2026: The big winners of the music night, Kendrick Lamar’s record, and surprises

The artists who stood out at the 68th Grammy Awards ceremony

Jessie J: ‘Cancer was the harshest thing my breasts ever had to endure’

The singer spoke with humor and honesty about her diagnosis, mastectomy, and the shift in...

Celia Kritharioti: Her new collection was presented at Paris Fashion Week with an “Old Hollywood” feel

Soft, sensual, and airy style – See photos

Six dead and 480 injured in 433 traffic accidents in January in Attica, as the data show

Lent is coming, new increases of up to 15% in seafood prices in supermarkets – Shrimp prices soared, where has the squid arrived

Significant increases in seafood prices ahead of Lent 2026 - Octopus, squid and squid more expensive in supermarkets with increases...

Blue Star Chios: Video captures the ship battling severe weather off Diafani, Karpathos

The footage highlights the difficult conditions caused by yesterday’s storm, which affected many Greek islands

Kifisos traffic congestion solutions under review

It has exceeded its capacity with more than 260,000 vehicle passages per day — Beyond...

Japan discovered rare earth elements

Japan announced that rare earth elements have been discovered on the seabed of the ocean

Time of decisions for Iran: Tehran speaks of a “framework for dialogue,” as Trump’s “armada” is within firing range

The 3+1 options Trump is considering, as he is called...

Iran: A framework for negotiations with the US is taking shape

“The formation of the structure for negotiations is underway,” said...

New Epstein documents: Photos show Prince Andrew over a woman lying on the floor (photos)

U.S. authorities have released more than three million documents, with...

Natural disasters: When early prevention offers protection

The planet is entering an era of “global water bankruptcy,” according to the UN

Humanity is consuming more water than it can replenish, according to a new report – Nearly 75% of the world’s...

Rains and snow fill Lake Yliki with water (video)

The recent wave of severe weather resulted in a large volume of water making its way toward the lake

Where insects go in winter

Life slows down, forms change, and survival takes priority until spring returns

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Luxury Housing in Attica: The five-year period that changed the game (2021–2026)

From square meters to living experience - The Athenian Riviera vs Northern Attica

Crew abandonment a scourge: Record in 2025 with 6,223 sailors and the “shadow fleet” in focus

Ships with opaque ownership structures, inadequate insurance, and flags of convenience are increasingly involved in...

No more virtual invoices: Real-time VAT monitoring is coming

Mandatory implementation of electronic invoicing for businesses starts tomorrow – 200% “bonus” tax deduction

Tangerines and their health benefits

Tangerines and their health benefits

How one white wine became a global phenomenon

How one white wine became a global phenomenon

Chia seeds and quinoa vs. rice and pasta: Which are the healthier choices

Chia seeds and quinoa vs. rice and pasta: Which are the healthier choices

Vasilis Markou: Strategy and outreach for Attica Vineyard

Vasilis Markou: Strategy and outreach for Attica Vineyard

Thirio: Thomas Matsas’ new restaurant

Thirio: Thomas Matsas’ new restaurant

11 Iconic meze dishes from Volos

11 Iconic meze dishes from Volos

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