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Feb 2026
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Greece

Felony charges and suspension for Air Force Colonel over espionage for China – How he confessed everything

He has been given a deadline to testify next Tuesday and remains in custody – The 54-year-old commander of the 128th Air Base had been active for at least 18 months

Culture

Epstein case rocks Hollywood: Jay Z, Leonardo DiCaprio, George Clooney, and the “Interesting girls of Copenhagen”

Revealed photos, emails, and testimonies link famous stars to convicted sex offender Jeffrey epstein

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Sports

Olympiacos – Virtus Bologna 109-77: Returned to winning ways with an out-of-this-world performance

Out-of-this-world Olympiacos beat Virtus 109-77 at the Peace and Friendship Stadium (SEF)

Politics

Anna Stratinaki resigns as Deputy Head of the Independent Market Authority due to her husband’s involvement in the Panagopoulos case

The ERT journalist whose bank accounts were frozen has also been placed on suspension, as his name is implicated in the embezzlement case involving millions...

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What goes on behind closed doors

Darkroom

“We are all fighting for socialism, comrades” (the powerful little clique of the GSEE), the spy and the intelligence, the bank account through the Supreme Court, and Lamda’s deal with ION

The “crisis of confidence” in bitcoin & The Trump era for foreign high-tech workers

Greece

Cervical cancer: Australia’s remarkable progress toward eliminating the disease

How Australia’s HPV vaccination and screening program is setting a global example

What we expect from the meeting between Mitsotakis and Erdogan in Ankara: The objectives and the persons who will accompany the Prime Minister

According to government officials, the aim of the Mitsotakis-Erdogan one-on-one meeting is to maintain open channels of communication and establish...

PASOK expands influence after Panagopoulos scandal: Farantouris joins Tsoukalas at key event

The possibility of inviting the now independent MEP to the...

Giannis Panagopoulos: Who is the “eternal” GSSE president under investigation for embezzling €2.1 million

Decades-long PASOK official, who was quick to suspend his party...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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

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Natural disasters: When early prevention offers protection

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

4

Imia Crisis 30 Years On: What brought down the helicopter? What really happened after the “no ships – no troops – no flags” decision? (video)

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Plevris: No legalization process for undocumented migrants – The State has already provided all possible options

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

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

2

Natural disasters: When early prevention offers protection

3

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

4

Imia Crisis 30 Years On: What brought down the helicopter? What really happened after the “no ships – no troops – no flags” decision? (video)

5

Plevris: No legalization process for undocumented migrants – The State has already provided all possible options

6

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

Athens After Dark: Inside 30 Great Cocktail Bars

Bar-hopping made easy in a city of exceptional cocktails, all-night energy, striking design, and unforgettable experiences

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

AHI President highlights U.S.–Greece relations and hosts key Hellenic leaders in Washington

AHEPA Mourns the Passing of Former AHEPA Canada President Nicholas Spillios

Tributes pour in for a respected leader and defender of Hellenism who served as President...

The Hellenic Initiative UK hosts inaugural new leaders vasilopita cutting in London – February 10th, 6–9pm

Celebrating community, networking, and a lucky Dubai getaway

“Devote Yourself to Scripture”: Weekly Bible study at St. Nicholas continues this Wednesday

Clergy-led discussion on February 4 with readings from Psalms, Proverbs, Peter, and Mark, offered in...

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center: Hosts a love run on Valentine’s day

Researchers reconstruct the scents of ancient civilizations

A study describes how museums can use “molecular evidence” to bring the public into contact with the smells of the...

Hellenic Heritage: The new digital hub connecting visitors with 350 archaeological sites and museums

Kyriakos Mitsotakis: Showcasing our cultural wealth through cutting-edge technology and offering new dimensions of experience...

From the Venizelos mansion to the Kokovikos House: Stories and legends of Athens’ 10 oldest mansions

From Ottoman grandeur to modern legacy: How Athens’ oldest mansions survived wars, scandals, and time

Gwyneth Paltrow to Gala: ‘When you have a dream, there is no Plan B

The Hollywood icon stepped away at the height of her career and built an empire....

“Clelia, you have breast cancer. Come back to Athens” – A moving personal testimony

Clelia Yarimoglou, editor at ygeiamou, shares her own personal testimony about her battle with breast...

Emma Stone explains why she doesn’t have Instagram: “I am protective of my mental health”

In an interview, actress, Emma Stone explains why she's off Instagram

Felony charges and suspension for Air Force Colonel over espionage for China – How he confessed everything

Kakousis steps away from journalism while involved in the Panagopoulos case and declares his innocence

In a post, he states that his bank accounts have been frozen and that all transactions he had with INE...

How the Chinese recruited the wing commander spy, his handler, and the trip now under investigation

He was taken into custody and given a deadline to testify on Tuesday – Greek...

Hellenic Revenue & post office scams: How fraudsters exploit forgotten tickets via SMS—Spot the red flags & protect yourself

Alert citizens for new scams via SMS - ELAS warning for fraudulent message for alleged...

The Commission targets TikTok for its addictive design that harms children

The Commission considers that features such as infinite scrolling, autoplay, alerts and personalised recommendations system reinforce the compulsive use of...

“True friend, fighter & winner”: Trump openly supports Orban ahead of the Hungarian elections

Relations between Budapest and Washington have reached "new heights of...

The WSJ on the negotiations in Oman: Iran rejects the US demand to halt uranium enrichment

Both sides describe the talks as a good start, although...

What qualities does a good astronaut have for the mission to the Moon? The requirements of NASA

What people the US space agency is looking for

EnEarth welcomes the European Commission’s positive Opinion on the CO2 Storage Permit in Prinos

Wales: Volunteers wanted to live on a remote island for 3 months counting Puffins

Free accommodation, travel expenses, and a small stipend are offered as part of wildlife protection programs

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

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Financial programmes for SMEs: Support and advisory guidance from the National Bank of Greece

Favourable guaranteed financing through the new programmes from the TEPF III Guarantee Fund

BOAK: The alliance between GEK Terna – Aktor – Metlen “locks” the partnership for the largest road project in Crete

The bulldozers get to work, the large Chania-Heraklion concession is activated for the full development...

Lagarde: International uncertainty is a key risk factor for the Eurozone

Uncertainty around global trade strategies remains a significant risk for economic activity

A tour of Athens’ pastry shops for Valentine’s Day

A tour of Athens’ pastry shops for Valentine’s Day

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

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