Inquiry launched over aggressive officer
Greek police have launched an investigation into an officer who appeared in a video responding aggressively to a civilian over parking rules. Source link
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Greece Social Media Ban for Under-15s Heads to a Vote
Greece’s Parliament is set to vote on 22 October on a social media ban that would bar children under 15 from platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. If passed, the ban would take effect on 1 January 2027. Minister of State Akis Skertsos, Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis and Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou presented …
Hellenic Aerospace is back in the black
The 2025 financial results of the Hellenic Aerospace Industry (EAB) revealed an increase in revenue and a return to operating profitability. Source link
Greece’s First Skyscraper Is Rising in Athens, and Not Everyone Is Happy – Greek City Times
ATHENS, October 2026 — The Ellinikon skyscraper has reached its full 200-metre height on the Athens Riviera, but Greece’s first skyscraper is still dividing opinion. The B1M, a London-based construction video channel, examined the Ellinikon skyscraper on Wednesday 14 October 2026. Fred Mills presents its YouTube video, “The Skyscraper That’s Dividing Europe”. The video sets …
First snow of the season recorded
The first snow of the season fell in the mountains around Grevena, in Western Macedonia, on Friday, with Vasilitsa and Samarina seeing snowfall in mid-October. Source link
Josh Huck Takes Charge of US Embassy in Athens – Greek City Times
Veteran diplomat steps up to lead Washington’s mission in Greece as defence and energy ties top the agenda. Career diplomat Josh Huck has taken over as head of the US diplomatic mission in Greece, officially assuming duties as chargé d’affaires ad interim on 15 October 2026, the Athens-Macedonian News Agency (AMNA) reported. Josh Huck Huck, …
Key source of growth under threat
IOBE says consumption suffers pressure from inflation and is expected to keep shrinking. Source link
Discover the treasures of Athens’ museums – Greek City Times
Happy International Archaeology Day! As archaeology lovers around the world celebrate the stories of our past on Saturday 17 October, Athens offers one of the richest collections of museums anywhere, from Cycladic figurines to the sculptures of the Parthenon. International Archaeology Day falls on Saturday 17 October 2026. The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) organises …
Over 50% of gasoline’s price involves taxes
Greece has a lower price before taxes than the European average for gasoline, but ends up with a significantly higher final price. Source link
Oakleigh Cannons Beat Sydney Olympic 4–2 on National Debut
MELBOURNE, October 2026 — Oakleigh Cannons beat Sydney Olympic 4–2 at Jack Edwards Reserve on Friday night, scoring twice late to win their first Australian Championship match. Brodie Boyce restored Oakleigh’s lead in the 83rd minute, the Australian Championship said. Joseph Knowles then sealed the result with an overhead finish in stoppage time. Michael Ruhs …