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Heavy rainfall that struck Melbourne for nearly six hours disrupted the Australian Open schedule, which kicked off today in the Australian city. As a result, organizers announced that Maria Sakkari’s (No. 32 in the world) match against Colombia’s Camila Osorio (No. 61) will be postponed by one day and rescheduled for Tuesday at 2 a.m. …
Greek health insurers report significant financial losses due to inflated charges by private hospitals, despite sharp increases in premiums. Representatives claim that insured patients face hospital fees that are double those uninsured patients are charged, driving annual sector losses between €50 million and €100 million. Examples cited include a simple hand surgery billed at €1,280 …
[Prime Minister’s Office via Intime News] Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis resumed his weekly government update, outlining the government’s key measures, including tax reductions, such as lowering ENFIA for properties under 500,000 euros, support for low-income pensioners and increasing disposable income through fiscal interventions worth 1.5 billion euros. He also highlighted new initiatives to protect minors …
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides (right) with Kathimerini English Edition Editor Tom Ellis. [CYPRUS PRESS AND INFORMATION OFFICE] Cyprus will be technically ready to join the Schengen area within 2025, Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides told a conference organized last Friday by Hermes Airports in Nicosia, titled “Transforming Cyprus into a Year-Round Destination.” It discussed developments in Cyprus’ tourism …
The Hellenic National Meteorological Service has updated its severe weather bulletin. Heavy rain, strong storms, and snow are expected in northern Greece over the next few hours. The weather is expected to worsen from Sunday through Tuesday across western, central and northern Greece, with heavy rain and storms, particularly in the west. Snowfall will affect …
A tragic car accident occurred in Chania, Crete, involving a 45-year-old Porsche driver, which resulted in the death of 22-year-old Panagiotis. The accident has led to serious legal actions and widespread public reaction. Legal Proceedings: The Porsche driver, accused of dangerous driving under the influence of alcohol, is scheduled to appear before an investigator this …
[Χ/EUNAVFOR ASPIDES] The Hellenic Navy frigate Hydra is currently in the Red Sea, joining the European mission “Shields” to safeguard maritime navigation in the region. According to an official statement, the mission “welcomed the Greek frigate and its crew, who will play a pivotal role in the operation by protecting the freedom of navigation in …
“The electric scooter has changed my daily routine,” says Nikolas, 38, a private sector employee who commutes from Athens’ Larissa Station to Kolonaki. “I used to take the car, metro, or walk, which took 20-25 minutes. Now it only takes 7-8 minutes without traffic or crowded public transport.” Nikolas is one of many Athenians turning …
Olympiakos has extended its lead at the top of the Super League table through its come-from-behind win over Aris, while Panathinaikos and PAOK dropped points. Five days after beating Panetolikos 2-0 away, the Reds defeated Aris 2-1 on Saturday in a game where the visitors from Thessaloniki led by half-time via a Loren Moron goal. …
[SARAH SILBIGER/THE NEW YORK TIMES] Revenues fall when taxes increase and extended tax cuts lead to lower revenues. This delicate balance between the two tax extremes and the ideal tax rate that maximizes government revenue is described in the famous theorem known as the “Laffer curve” by Ronald Reagan’s chief economic adviser, Dr Arthur Laffer. …