Lockheed Martin Delivers 30th Upgraded F-16 Viper To Hellenic Air Force

Lockheed Martin Delivers 30th Upgraded F-16 Viper To Hellenic Air Force

Lockheed Martin has announced the delivery of the 30th upgraded F-16 Viper to the Hellenic Air Force (HAF) as part of Greece’s ongoing efforts to enhance its air combat capabilities. The delivery is a key milestone in a $997 million modernization program aimed at upgrading 84 F-16s from the Block 52, Block 52+, and Block …

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Fuel sales in Cyprus decline

Fuel sales in Cyprus decline

ECONOMY [Shutterstock] The sales of petroleum products in Cyprus showed an annual decrease of 2% in December 2024 compared with December 2023, the Statistical Service of Cyprus (CyStat) announced on Monday.  Source link

Where Does Greece Rank? Global Study Reveals Average Hip Sizes

Where Does Greece Rank? Global Study Reveals Average Hip Sizes

According to data from market research firm GitNux, South Africa has claimed the top spot for women with the largest average hip sizes. While Brazilian women are often celebrated for their curves, the study revealed that South African women lead with an average hip size of 41.73 inches, surpassing Argentina (41 inches) and Sweden (40.9 …

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81-Year-Old Man Arrested For Inappropriate Conduct Near Piraeus Primary School

81-Year-Old Man Arrested For Inappropriate Conduct Near Piraeus Primary School

Police in Piraeus have apprehended an 81-year-old man after he was observed engaging in inappropriate behavior in his car, which was parked outside a primary school. Motorcycle officers noticed the individual just before noon near the 54th Primary School on Themistokleous Street and took him into custody for sexual assault. Source link

Crucial deals for Nicosia and Cairo

Crucial deals for Nicosia and Cairo

The agreements “that we are going to sign on February 17 are among the most important agreements that the Republic of Cyprus has signed and concern the exploitation of the specific natural gas fields,» Cypriot Minister of Energy, Trade and Commerce Giorgos Papanastasiou said on Saturday. He was speaking during a tour with Egyptian Petroleum …

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EU Plans Stricter Migration Measures For 2025, Greece Highlights Security Focus

EU Plans Stricter Migration Measures For 2025, Greece Highlights Security Focus

Greece’s migration minister announced on Tuesday that the European Union plans to implement stricter migration measures in 2025, with an emphasis on increased deportations, while avoiding the hard-line tactics employed by the Trump administration. “Using regular commercial flights for deportations is very different from sending migrants back shackled on military planes,” Minister Nikos Panagiotopoulos told …

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The value of the Greek-American community

The value of the Greek-American community

During his recent trip to the US, Defense Minister Nikos Dendias had the opportunity to highlight the role of Greek Americans as well as the importance of the ongoing close cooperation between the Greek and Jewish communities in the United States. In that context he also noted the importance of the strategic cooperation “3+1” scheme …

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Turkey Faces Tourism Struggles As Holidaymakers Flock To Budget-Friendly Greece

Turkey Faces Tourism Struggles As Holidaymakers Flock To Budget-Friendly Greece

Turkey, once a popular destination for budget-conscious travelers, is now seeing a notable dip in tourism as rising costs deter visitors. As a result, many tourists are opting for Greece, which has become a more affordable alternative. According to travel experts, it’s no surprise that cost-sensitive travelers turn to Greece for better deals. Turkey’s reputation …

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Government denies allegations of cover-up in Tempe disaster case

Government denies allegations of cover-up in Tempe disaster case

Greek lawmakers debate a no-confidence vote submitted by opposition parties over the government’s handling of last year’s Tempe rail disaster at a plenary session of the Parliament in Athens, on March 26, 2024. [Yiannis Liakos/Intime News] The government has strongly rejected opposition claims of a cover-up following the deadly train crash at Tempe in central …

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