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Court “halts” telemarketing: €50,000 compensation for nuisance calls

The Court of Appeal of Piraeus awarded €50,000 for five unlawful advertising calls to a person registered in “Registry 11” — setting a minimum compensation of €10,000 per violation and sending a clear compliance message to the market

Greece

“I am the boss and you will do what I tell you”: The chilling testimony of the plumber who installed the pipe at the Violanta factory

“I am responsible from here on,” the owner allegedly told him — What the plumber testified about the tank connection

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Economy

Which Greek island ranks among the world’s 13 top destinations for slow travel

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Mitsotakis in India on Wednesday and Thursday, meeting with Prime Minister Modi

40-year record for Mediterranean monk seal births in Greece – watch the video

Which Greek island ranks among the world’s 13 top destinations for slow travel

Court “halts” telemarketing: €50,000 compensation for nuisance calls

“I am the boss and you will do what I tell you”: The chilling testimony of the plumber who installed the pipe at the Violanta factory

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Greece

Kaisariani documents move into a claim trajectory: Ministry of Culture delegation in Ghent, investigation into whether more material exists

Does the album of a German officer contain additional documents? The Central Council of Modern Monuments is examining whether the photographs should be designated as...

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Zoe, the MP and the daughter-in-law; two “no’s” to Trump are too many; Optima in talks with Europa Insurance; the lawyers’ shortlist; the new tactic of the funds

Behind the scenes of Hélène Rey’s official premiere at the Eurogroup & the steady vote of confidence in the Greek flag from the Angelopoulos brothers

Greece

The contract-killing scenario behind the murder of the life-sentence inmate executed at Domokos Prison, and the gaps in the “rescue” of the chief guard

The Bulgarian convicted felon who fired three shots at the 43-year-old Greek life prisoner, the “blind spot” where the killing took place, and the issues...

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Greece

The great Byzantinologist Eleni Glykatzi-Arveler died at the age of 99

Politics

The “X-ray” of the 4 Chevron hydrocarbon contracts: Investments up to €1 billion, public revenues up to 40%

World

Jesse Jackson: Civil rights activist and reverend dies at 84

World

Three dead, including the gunman, in shooting at a hockey arena in Rhode Island

World

EU investigation against Shein for sex dolls with childlike features

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> Politics

> Politics

Pierarakis: Eleni Glykatzi-Arveler was the most tangible proof of the power generated by dedication to knowledge

The Finance Minister and Eurogroup President made a post on the loss of the great Byzantine scholar who passed away...

Pavlos De Grec speaks out and intervenes, but is not forming a party: What his plans are

Bitterness over the past, defending his father’s legacy, Sofia’s return,...

Greece–Turkey in “calm waters” until the elections, following the Mitsotakis–Erdogan meeting in Ankara

The Greek Prime Minister and the Turkish President reaffirmed their...

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> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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“Saint Paisios” tops the Greek Box Office, “Kapodistrias” in 2nd place

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Acherontia atropos: The moth with the skull on its chest

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The Metro tunnel boring machine “Athena” arrives at Evangelismos with The Doors’ “Break on Through” for Line 4 expansion (video)

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Mind the Greeks: Bringing Greek knowledge to the world stage

5

From Faliro to Voula: Who is building the Athenian Riviera

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Sustainable infrastructure boost for SOS children’s villages with support from The Hellenic Initiative

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“Saint Paisios” tops the Greek Box Office, “Kapodistrias” in 2nd place

2

Acherontia atropos: The moth with the skull on its chest

3

The Metro tunnel boring machine “Athena” arrives at Evangelismos with The Doors’ “Break on Through” for Line 4 expansion (video)

4

Mind the Greeks: Bringing Greek knowledge to the world stage

5

From Faliro to Voula: Who is building the Athenian Riviera

6

Sustainable infrastructure boost for SOS children’s villages with support from The Hellenic Initiative

>Travel

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

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> Diaspora

>Diaspora

Registrations are now open for the “Certificate of Attainment in Greek Language” exams

American Hellenic Institute leadership attends 2026 leadership 100 conference

AHI delegation participates in annual gathering of Hellenic American leaders in Arizona

Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Archbishop Makarios of Australia

The postal vote of the expatriates is a great achievement, the Prime Minister stressed, among...

American Hellenic Institute Foundation launches 2026 College Student Foreign Policy Trip

Three-week program in Washington, Cyprus and Greece offers hands-on experience in diplomacy and U.S. strategy...

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> Culture

>Culture

“Tehran” creator Dana Eden is the Israeli found dead in an Athens Hotel – “Murder claims are false”

“Saint Paisios” tops the Greek Box Office, “Kapodistrias” in 2nd place

During the four-day period of February 5–8, Saint Paisios moved into first place with 23,983 tickets sold, leaving behind Amnet...

Do the Orthodox also have a Valentine’s Day? Who were Aquila and Priscilla

Saints Aquila and Priscilla: Their connection to the Day of the Lovers, they were "proposed"...

Mind the Greeks: Bringing Greek knowledge to the world stage

At the heart of Mind the Greeks lies the monumental series “The Greeks” — a...

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>history>discovery>art

> Lifestyle

>Lifestyle

Emma Stone in a little black dress from Julie de Libran’s runway — and Aquazzura sandals

Floral appliqués were a key motif of the designer’s Spring 2026 couture collection, although none...

Chris Hemsworth on his marriage proposal to Elsa Pataki: “There was a kind of ‘I don’t have anything better to do right now vibe’

The actor spoke about the far-from-romantic way he asked his wife to marry him

Elena Topalidou on working with Nicolas Cage: “When he saw me, he said I stood out

Elena Topalidou on playing opposite Nicolas Cage: ‘He told me I stood out’

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> Society

>Society

40-year record for Mediterranean monk seal births in Greece – watch the video

Court “halts” telemarketing: €50,000 compensation for nuisance calls

The Court of Appeal of Piraeus awarded €50,000 for five unlawful advertising calls to a person registered in “Registry 11”...

“I am the boss and you will do what I tell you”: The chilling testimony of the plumber who installed the pipe at the Violanta factory

“I am responsible from here on,” the owner allegedly told him — What the plumber...

A man of shadows: The wing commander who spied for China is stripped of his Greek citizenship

The 54-year-old officer will face a lengthy prison sentence as well as the loss of...

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> World

> World

Spectacular show at the Chinese New Year gala: humanoid robots dance and perform… kung fu — Watch video

Four robotics startups showcased their humanoid robots at the gala, a television event with enormous reach that is often compared...

EU investigation against Shein for sex dolls with childlike features

As well as selling illegal products, the European Commission says...

Scientists have created compounds with anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties from E.coli bacteria

Previous attempts at microbial production of the key compound, orseline...

Three dead, including the gunman, in shooting at a hockey arena in Rhode Island

Three wounded in critical condition - Authorities are considering the...

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> Environment

>Environment

The deepest Blue Hole in the oceans has been found: The phenomenon that puzzles experts (video)

SOA Greece takes action for the Mediterranean: Youth, science, and solutions for invasive species

From classrooms to coastal waters, Sustainable Ocean Alliance Greece is building momentum for ocean protection through education, policy dialogue, and...

Acherontia atropos: The moth with the skull on its chest

From African skies to European gardens, this mysterious moth fascinates with its eerie markings, unique chirp, and unexpected role in...

Astronomical “parade” in February with six planets appearing: How and when the rare phenomenon will be visible

Which planets will be visible to the naked eye — When is the best viewing time

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> Economy

ATHEX -1.14 2253.06 -26.04

> Economy

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BoE: 1.9 billion Euro cash surplus in January

Budget revenue down to €5.38 billion, and expenditure down to €4.06 billion

Robeson Reeves: Our plan is paying off, scale and size are an advantage

CEO of Bally’s Intralot, talks on structural advantage, responsibility at scale, and how disciplined growth...

How the ring operated that opened and shut down restaurants and bars using “straw men” to evade VAT and social-security contributions—dismantled by the AADE

How authorities identified three major rings with total debts exceeding €24 million in taxes and...

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Mediterranean Cuisine

Kriekoúkis: The tavern in Mandra with more than half a century of history

Kriekoúkis: The tavern in Mandra with more than half a century of history

The secrets of Tsiknopempti BBQ for perfect grilling of every meat

The secrets of Tsiknopempti BBQ for perfect grilling of every meat

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

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