Funding of municipalities being linked to results

Funding of municipalities being linked to results

The government has unveiled a new evaluation system for municipalities and regions, offering a €50 million performance-based bonus to top-performing local governments. Announced by Interior Minister Theodoros Livanios and Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou, the system assesses municipalities across 12 sectors, including financial management, quality of life, environmental initiatives, education, accessibility, and infrastructure maintenance. The …

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Roof Garden With Stunning Acropolis View

Roof Garden With Stunning Acropolis View

Who is heading to Athens and looking for a stunning place to grab a tantalizing cocktail whilst taking in breathtaking views of the Parthenon and the entire capital of Greece?   You will be amazed by the spectacular view of the Acropolis and the city of Athens while enjoying your breakfast, dinner, or a refreshing …

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Former US Sen. Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison

Former US Sen. Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison

NEW YORK — Bob Menendez, New Jersey’s disgraced former senator who was once one of the most powerful Democrats in Washington, was sentenced Wednesday to 11 years in prison after being convicted of being at the center of an audacious and yearslong international bribery scheme. The courtroom in lower Manhattan was packed but silent as …

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Tzannes Unveils Design For Australia’s Tallest Timber Tower In Sydney’s CBD

Tzannes Unveils Design For Australia’s Tallest Timber Tower In Sydney’s CBD

Sydney’s Central Business District will soon be home to Australia’s tallest timber tower, a 13-storey boutique office building designed by the esteemed architecture firm Tzannes. The project, located at 4-6 York Street, is being developed by New York-based investor Tony Cheng through his firm NGI Investments. The building will feature an innovative design with 11 …

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Rethinking secondary education | eKathimerini.com

Despite numerous reforms by various governments, secondary education in Greece has yet to break free from its role as a mere “stepping stone” to universities. What truly matters is the results of the nationwide exams, not the overall performance throughout the school years. It is crucial for the education system to gain credibility, with the …

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Ten Greek CEOs Shaping Global Business

Ten Greek CEOs Shaping Global Business

At a time when CEO turnover in major corporations has reached record highs—1,800 executive departures between October 2023 and October 2024, according to the Financial Times—Greek and Greek-born leaders are not only holding their ground but also rising to new heights. From financial titans like Jamie Dimon of JP Morgan Chase to retail powerhouse Ron …

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Greek farmers at an impasse

Greek farmers at an impasse

[InTime News] Greek farmers are demanding changes to the Hellenic Agricultural Insurance Organization (ELGA) regulations to expand compensation coverage for climate-induced damage. However, ELGA chief Andreas Lykourentzos warns that a “dramatic reform” is unfeasible due to financial constraints. Farmers argue that current compensation levels are insufficient, with losses often exceeding payouts by substantial margins. The …

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Minister Papastergiou Calls For Return Of Young Professionals

Minister Papastergiou Calls For Return Of Young Professionals

On January 29, Microsoft’s new Data Center in Spata, a significant strategic investment for Greece, was visited by Ministers Makis Voridis, Takis Theodorikakos, and Dimitris Papastergiou. Accompanied by General Secretary Stellina Siarapi and Spata-Artemida’s Mayor Dimitris Markou, the ministers were briefed on the project’s progress and its anticipated economic benefits. The CEO of Microsoft for …

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PASOK accuses PM of attempting to evade responsibility for Tempe rail crash

PASOK accuses PM of attempting to evade responsibility for Tempe rail crash

Main opposition PASOK accused Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of trying to “evade his responsibilities” over the Tempi disaster following his interview on Wednesday. The party rejected Mitsotakis’ statements regarding the cause of the fire after the train collision, as well as his explanation that he was merely relaying the information he had at the time. …

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Princess Beatrice Honors Greek Roots In First Photo Of Daughter

Princess Beatrice Honors Greek Roots In First Photo Of Daughter

Princess Beatrice of York, aged 36, has welcomed a beautiful daughter named Athena Elizabeth Rose, Buckingham Palace announced today. The King’s niece celebrated her Greek heritage through a touching detail noticed in Athena’s first public photograph. Princess Beatrice, who gave birth to her second daughter on January 22, has named the newborn Athena Elizabeth, now …

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