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De Grèce: Why the former king’s children chose citizenship over Royalty – The story, background, and the family’s plans

Pavlos fulfilled his father’s greatest wish while simultaneously violating it – The “no” from Anna-Maria and the efforts to resolve a 30-year-old issue

Politics

Mitsotakis at the cabinet meeting: We don’t have the luxury of complacency; Our focus is on those who need it most

The Prime Minister’s address at the final cabinet meeting of 2024 - Next meeting scheduled for January 10 - What he said about the budget, changes in education, and the armed forces

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Edessa: The optical illusion house that took TikTok by storm

More than 200,000 likes and millions of views have been garnered by this particular video

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De Grèce: Why the former king’s children chose citizenship over Royalty – The story, background, and the family’s plans

Unemployment benefit for up to 16 months – What the decision provides

Edessa: The optical illusion house that took TikTok by storm

Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen in Greece

Mitsotakis at the cabinet meeting: We don’t have the luxury of complacency; Our focus is on those who need it most

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Weather: How we’ll spend Christmas – Storms, cold, and snow starting today

Areas that will be affected – Ship routes may be disrupted by the worsening weather – Forecast through the end of the week

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Factory settings and PASOK’s front running, Onassis Foundation model schools, Masoutis acquires Kritikos, Lou Kollakis’s business ventures

Hello, holidays and vacations are arriving with good weather, a bit of chill, and some snow, normal for the season. We hear about upcoming natural...

Sports

Olympiakos bids farewell to 2024 at the top – PAOK is -1, Panathinaikos is -2, AEK drops to 4th

Olympiakos continues to lead the Super League 1, but there is now a shift in the positions below them. AEK escaped defeat in injury time...

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World

Wall Street Journal: Biden was in mental decline from day one in the White House – The plan to protect him

Greece

Municipality of Athens: Christmas Eve like a fairy tale with the “Night of Wishes”

Travel

Exciting Christmas experiences overlooking the endless blue of Thermaikos

World

USA: Authorities restrict drone flights after mysterious UAPs in New Jersey (videos)

World

Mateo Salvini not guilty in NGO trial – “I am happy, Italy won”

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> Politics

> Politics

Nikos Chardalias to protothema.gr: “My relations with Prime Minister Mitsotakis are excellent; I respect his decision not to appoint me as president of the Union of Regional Governors”

He talks to Antonis Sroiter and "Proti Lexi" about his relations with Kyriakos Mitsotakis, his absence from the conference of...

Famelos: SYRIZA has an obligation to be the official opposition

"PASOK cannot respond to this need. We clearly have...

Mitskoski provocative at EU summit: He spoke again of “Macedonia” & “Macedonian citizens”

Once again violated the Prespa Agreement

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> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Ministry of Culture: Portrait of the last Byzantine Emperor, Constantine Palaiologos, discovered

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Aegli Zappeion: A 120-year-old legend writes new history

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Why the new generation avoids divorce more than previous generations

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The 10 Greek startups with the most funding in 2024

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Who was Lord Elgin: He lived as a plunderer, died pursued by his creditors

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Why the statue of Hermes is a significant discovery and what it reveals about Roman-era Athens (photos)

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Ministry of Culture: Portrait of the last Byzantine Emperor, Constantine Palaiologos, discovered

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Aegli Zappeion: A 120-year-old legend writes new history

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Why the new generation avoids divorce more than previous generations

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The 10 Greek startups with the most funding in 2024

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Who was Lord Elgin: He lived as a plunderer, died pursued by his creditors

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Why the statue of Hermes is a significant discovery and what it reveals about Roman-era Athens (photos)

>Travel

Lake Plastira

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

Pelion: Pelion Paths

Apart from immersing yourselves in the natural beauty of the place on its mountainous trails

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

Lake Doxa

This is another artificial lake as a result of building a dam. Lake Doxa is situated in the Corinthian mountain range and is mostly frequented

The alleys of Mykonos in the eight most beautiful streets of the world

It's hard not to be struck by the beauty of it

Skopelos, the most beautiful island for the French

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

Meteora, Kalambaka and Preveza fascinate the Serbs

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

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

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

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> Diaspora

>Diaspora

Celebration of Excellence: GCM honours outstanding VCE achievers

The Greek Community of Melbourne honors its volunteers

His Grace Bishop Evmenios who was present at the event, spoke about the unique role...

The trial for the murder of Philip Tsanis, who was beaten to death, began in Germany

The main accused is an 18-year-old Syrian, while two 19-year-old Germans are charged with causing...

Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden’s Remarks at the Enthronement reception for Archbishop Elia of Helsinki & All Finland

I would like to express my gratitude & thanks to You for the support that...

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> Culture

>Culture

Digital tour with 3D and VR in 32 important religious monuments in Athens

Stonehenge: Mystery solved after 5,000 years – Researchers say they know why it was built

New studies on the origin of the massive stones suggest it was created as a symbol of unification among ancient...

Greece handed over an archaeological treasure seized in Evros to Turkey (Photos)

A Turkish citizen had attempted to illegally import the ancient coins into Greece

Turkish historians claim to have found the location of Alexander the Great’s Battle of the Granicus

The research team identified the routes Alexander followed to reach the battlefield and the spots...

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> Lifestyle

>Lifestyle

Sophia Yadikiaroglou, Cornelia Manou, Marilia Vamvakidi: The three Greek women at the Debutante Ball in Paris

The three girls, members of prominent families, represented Greece at this year's debutante ball in...

Sephora Kids: The new alarming trend on TikTok – Wearing makeup for school from the age of 9

Pre-teen girls are frenziedly buying expensive cosmetics, teenagers are becoming obsessed with skincare – Influencers...

Stavros Niarchos: From billionaire playboy to model family man

Just before entering the 40-year-old club, the grandson of the iconic Greek tycoon has lived...

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> Society

>Society

De Grèce: Why the former king’s children chose citizenship over Royalty – The story, background, and the family’s plans

Edessa: The optical illusion house that took TikTok by storm

More than 200,000 likes and millions of views have been garnered by this particular video

The mother of the 23-year-old stabbed in Paros speaks out: “The doctor told me ‘we’re playing with seconds'”

"The one child saved the other" - Five minors were arrested - The attack was...

Schools: Christmas holidays start today – The holidays of 2025

Students will return to classrooms on Wednesday, January 8

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> World

> World

Honda and Nissan announced they are merging – Mega deal in the automotive industry

Creating a “giant” with a valuation of over $50 billion – They will rank as the third-largest automaker globally in...

Asma al-Assad: Reports indicate she filed for divorce from Bashar after their escape to Moscow

Asma had been diagnosed with leukemia years ago – She...

Palermo: The Byzantine mosaics of the cathedral have been restored – They are the second best after the Hagia Sophia

See photos of the unique icons - The mosaics of...

Unknown tribe discovered in Brazil – Photos

The community has been given the name Massaco, after the...

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> Environment

>Environment

Plastic pollution: Why scientists say “stop” to ocean clean-up

Panyaden International School: Sustainable architecture masterpieces built with mud and bamboo

How Marcus Roselieb crafted a unique school in Thailand, blending natural materials with innovative design to create an award-winning architectural...

COP16: Droughts cost nearly €300 billion annually worldwide, warns the UN

Droughts are projected to affect 75% of the global population by 2050, urging immediate investments in nature-based solutions

Sustainable nutrition: The marine plant revolutionizing protein sources

Seaweed emerges as a promising source of protein for a sustainable future in food and the environment

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> Economy

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BoE: Growth of 2.3% in 2024 and further acceleration to 2.5% in 2025

The economy is on the right track, but the effort to recover from the 10-year...

Payment of road taxes: When the deadline expires – Fines are escalating

The 2025 fees posted on the ADDE - How to pay traffic fees via taxisnet...

How much will we pay for the Christmas table this year

From €107.54 to €148.89 for the Christmas table

>More Economy >ELSTAT>taxes>business

Mediterranean Cuisine

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

Delicious homemade gyro & sweet potato chips: A recipe that you can’t resist

Delicious homemade gyro & sweet potato chips: A recipe that you can’t resist

Best Places to Eat in Athens’ Kolonaki

Best Places to Eat in Athens’ Kolonaki

Recipe of the Day: Spicy Trahanas Risotto – Cantina’s weekly menu

Recipe of the Day: Spicy Trahanas Risotto – Cantina’s weekly menu

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