Cyprus, NATO and the old mistakes

Cyprus, NATO and the old mistakes

Adnan Menderes, left, Prime Minister of Turkey, and Constantine Karamanlis, right, Prime Minister of Greece, chat together as they stroll along a corridor of the Hotel Dolder in Zurich, Feb. 9, 1959, after session of the Greco-Turkish talks on Cyprus. Following them are their foreign ministers, Fatim Rustu Zorlu, left, and Evanghelos Averoff, right. [AP] …

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PM Mitsotakis rules out extraordinary tax on banks

PM Mitsotakis rules out extraordinary tax on banks

File photo. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has reportedly ruled out imposing an extraordinary tax on bank profits. Speaking at a conference organized by Morgan Stanley and the Athens Stock Exchange in London on Monday, the prime minister reportedly assured investors in a private meeting that his government has clear objectives for the banking sector and …

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Insurance premium hike ahead | eKathimerini.com

Insurance premium hike ahead | eKathimerini.com

Double-digit increases in health insurance premiums in 2025 are on the cards, stemming from a surge in payouts, at a rate over 16%, made by insurers to private hospitals in Greece in 2023. Although the companies have not yet announced their new tariffs, market executives are anticipating significant increases for the second consecutive year in …

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Parthenon Sculptures, Athens-Ankara talks, and labor law on the agenda

Parthenon Sculptures, Athens-Ankara talks, and labor law on the agenda

Two highly sensitive foreign policy issues are set to dominate the political agenda this week. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is on a two-day visit to London, where he is expected to meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Downing Street on Tuesday. The Parthenon Sculptures are likely to be a key topic of …

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Greek Consul in Perth meets Lord Mayor to strengthen ties with Greece

Greek Consul in Perth meets Lord Mayor to strengthen ties with Greece

The newly appointed Consul of Greece in Perth, Eleni Georgopoulou, recently met with the city’s Lord Mayor, Basil Zempilas. According to a social media post by the Consulate, the two discussed ways to “further enhance relations” between Greece and the capital of Western Australia. The talks were described as “fruitful.” The post playfully noted, “One …

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A glimpse into dreamscapes | eKathimerini.com

A glimpse into dreamscapes | eKathimerini.com

[Nikos Karanikolas] For the eighth consecutive year, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) illuminates the Christmas season, inviting visitors to a dazzling artistic experience. Six installations, explore the theme Dreamy Dreams: Dreamy Landscapes of the Festival of Light Installations presented at Stavros Niarchos Park. This year’s light installations continue the tradition of blending technology …

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Mushroom Soup With Truffle Oil – Greek City Times

Mushroom Soup With Truffle Oil – Greek City Times

This creamy mushroom soup, elevated with the luxurious aroma of truffle oil, is a comforting and sophisticated dish. Simple to prepare, yet rich in flavor, it’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The earthy mushrooms, fragrant garlic, and subtle sweetness of the wine create a harmonious base, while the truffle oil …

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For others a bane, Bora’s a boon for surfers

For others a bane, Bora’s a boon for surfers

[Nikos Vichos/InTime News] Surfers enjoy the rolling waves whipped up by a stormy weather front dubbed Bora, in the southern Athens suburb of Glyfada on Saturday, as heavy rains and gale-force winds caused problems in other parts of the country. [Nikos Vichos/InTime News] Source link

Cyprus’ EU anniversary coin frenzy

Cyprus’ EU anniversary coin frenzy

The Central Bank of Cyprus’ commemorative euro coins celebrating 20 years since Cyprus joined the European Union have proven to be a hot commodity among collectors. Limited-edition €5 silver and €2 commemorative coins are generating a buzz, with eager buyers queuing at the bank’s counters and driving up demand on resale platforms. The €5 silver …

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Infant sustains head injury in fight between 4 women 

Infant sustains head injury in fight between 4 women 

A one-year-old infant sustained a head injury during an altercation between four women in provincial city Pyrgos, northwestern Peloponnese, on Saturday. The injury reportedly occurred when one of the women threw a plastic scooter at the infant.  It was taken to the local hospital for first aid treatment, escorted by police officers, and later transferred …

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