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Strategic adjustments in key police services: Leadership transition in the counter-terrorism unit

After the Directorate of Internal Affairs, a change of leadership is expected in the Anti-Terrorism Department - Issues continue at the rank of brigadier general

Politics

Lunch for two at Fatsio in Pagrati: Sakellaropoulou and Tasoulas ate together

The current President of the Republic and Tassoulas, who is proposed by the government to succeed her, had a one and a half hour meeting

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World

Middle East: Uncertainty surrounds Hamas hostages – Who return and who remain alive

As the ceasefire agreement approaches, Hamas negotiates not only the release of hostages but also the return of remains. Over 10,000 Palestinians are currently held in Israeli prisons, with hundreds expected to be released as part of the agreement

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Middle East: Uncertainty surrounds Hamas hostages – Who return and who remain alive

Rescue of migrants off Gavdos – Tanker spotted a boat with 36 people

Syria: Qatar’s prime minister calls on Israel to withdraw immediately from the neutral zone

Mitsotakis: Gaza ceasefire agreement is an important step towards stability in the region

Strategic adjustments in key police services: Leadership transition in the counter-terrorism unit

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Greece

EODY: 30 intubated and 24 deaths due to Covid – Small increase in flu cases

Samples tested for Covid showed a decrease compared to the previous week

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What goes on behind closed doors

Darkroom

Why Mitsotakis chose Tasoulas, the “Dreyfus affair,” Savvidis and the Thessaloniki port, the amendment on insurance policies, and Thessaloniki’s new park

Greetings! So, the die is cast, and the new President of the Republic will be Kostas Tasoulas, who was a front-runner from the beginning.Clearly, Mitsotakis...

Greece

Chryssi Vardinoyanni accompanies Nikolaos at memorial service of former King Constantine – View footage

Marking two years of remembrance: Chryssi Vardinoyanni joins Nikolaos de Grece at Tatoi

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Culture

Lost everything in the Los Angeles wildfires but saved a Fassianos painting – François Roux explains why

World

Denmark ready to discuss US “legitimate interests” in the Arctic

Greece

Greek champion who was found doped was vindicated 10 years later – The dietary supplements company was convicted

World

Reform is second in Britain: Farage one point behind Labour, Conservatives third

Culture

Eirini Iliopoulou: A new exhibition dedicated to animals at Skoufa Gallery

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> Politics

> Politics

Mitsotakis: Gaza ceasefire agreement is an important step towards stability in the region

Prime Minister welcomed the agreement between Hamas and Israel - Greece ready to contribute

Tasoulas: His last speech in Parliament – The “thank you” to the MPs and the applause

He announced his resignation as Speaker of Parliament and handed...

Fredi Beleri to the Commission: Pressure on Türkiye to stop the “Sea Bream War” in the Aegean

The MEP of ND asked a question to the Commission...

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> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Vindication for Greece – EU cancels “Turkaegean” trademark

2

Renovated library of Evelpidon School inaugurated, donated by Nikos P. Kosmatos

3

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

4

The 24th Rafale in Greece – Joining the 332 “Falcon” Squadron

5

Athens to host the European Film Awards in January 2027

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The conflicting positions of the KKE and Nikos Zachariadis’s vacillations on Greek national claims after World War II

1

Vindication for Greece – EU cancels “Turkaegean” trademark

2

Renovated library of Evelpidon School inaugurated, donated by Nikos P. Kosmatos

3

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

4

The 24th Rafale in Greece – Joining the 332 “Falcon” Squadron

5

Athens to host the European Film Awards in January 2027

6

The conflicting positions of the KKE and Nikos Zachariadis’s vacillations on Greek national claims after World War II

>Travel

Lake Plastira

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

Skopelos, the most beautiful island for the French

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

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

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

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

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> Diaspora

>Diaspora

The Holy Metropolis of Sweden is now linked to PayPal

The 2025 Greek Community Cup kicks off with exciting matches

The strong crowd that followed the opening 2 matches would have thought they were in...

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

This highly successful program currently offers five online classes with over 30 students enrolled

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...

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> Culture

>Culture

Sculptures of the Parthenon: “The day is approaching when they will return to Athens”

Eirini Iliopoulou: A new exhibition dedicated to animals at Skoufa Gallery

The visual artist discusses the theme of her works and her deep connection with nature in an interview with protothema.gr

Kykladitisses: Untold stories of women in the Cyclades

A spectacular xxhibition at the Museum of Cycladic Art brings to light Untold Stories of...

Historian Chryssa Maltezou has passed away

The prominent Greek Byzantinist and historian was 84 years old

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> Lifestyle

>Lifestyle

Phoebus Delivorias: “Theodoros Kolokotronis gave my surname to my great-grandfather”

"He was a postman, and Kolokotronis used to say, 'You run like Delivorias,'" he mentioned

Popi Diamantakou: The name Callas alone cannot add glamour to a poor production that resembles ERT of 30 years ago

The TV critic made a sharp post regarding the new ERT series "Maria Who Became...

Jude Law to portray Vladimir Putin in the film “The Wizard of Kremlin”

Acclaimed actors Paul Dano, Alicia Vikander, Zach Galifianakis, and Tom Sturridge join the cast in...

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> Society

>Society

Rescue of migrants off Gavdos – Tanker spotted a boat with 36 people

Strategic adjustments in key police services: Leadership transition in the counter-terrorism unit

After the Directorate of Internal Affairs, a change of leadership is expected in the Anti-Terrorism Department - Issues continue at...

EODY: 30 intubated and 24 deaths due to Covid – Small increase in flu cases

Samples tested for Covid showed a decrease compared to the previous week

Chryssi Vardinoyanni accompanies Nikolaos at memorial service of former King Constantine – View footage

Marking two years of remembrance: Chryssi Vardinoyanni joins Nikolaos de Grece at Tatoi

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> World

> World

Middle East: Uncertainty surrounds Hamas hostages – Who return and who remain alive

As the ceasefire agreement approaches, Hamas negotiates not only the release of hostages but also the return of remains. Over...

Syria: Qatar’s prime minister calls on Israel to withdraw immediately from the neutral zone

The occupation of the neutral zone by the Israeli occupation...

Ukraine: Zelensky and Starmer sign the 100-year partnership for security, energy and industry

Zelensky speaks of historic day - We will ensure that...

Slovakia: At least two dead in student knife attack at school

One more person in critical condition - Number of injured...

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> Environment

>Environment

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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> Economy

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> Economy

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Sweeping checks and fines for uninsured vehicles, MOT compliance, and unpaid road taxes

The time has come for the implementation of new measures targeting negligent drivers, featuring automated...

My House II: Over 6,000 applications in three and a half hours

Details on how to apply

Reliability and transparency in vehicle insurance with confirmed data from gov.gr

A new era for providing a higher level of service to policyholders

>More Economy >ELSTAT>taxes>business

Mediterranean Cuisine

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

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

>Photo of the day

Cythera – Greece