Greece can become an energy export hub

Greece can become an energy export hub

Based on our original estimates from 2022, all the marine areas with active exploration blocks have the potential to host natural gas quantities capable of covering annual domestic consumption for several years, according to Aristofanis Stefatos. US energy giant Chevron’s interest in Greek hydrocarbons was first expressed in January 2022 and culminated in an official …

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Earthquake Swarm Rattles Amorgos; Santorini Mayor Assures No Cause For Alarm

Earthquake Swarm Rattles Amorgos; Santorini Mayor Assures No Cause For Alarm

Amorgos, Greece (February 2, 2025) – A series of earthquakes rattled the Cyclades islands this morning, with Amorgos experiencing at least six tremors. According to the Geodynamic Institute of Athens, the first quake, measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale, struck at 7:15 am local time. Two more tremors, both registering 3.7, followed within a minute …

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OSE, Hellenic Train failed to meet challenge

OSE, Hellenic Train failed to meet challenge

In the gloom that followed the deadliest rail disaster in Greece’s history, a sliver of hope had emerged that the shock created by the loss of 57 lives would help the long-neglected rail system to start upgrading its services and maintenance. Those responsible insist on their good intentions and willingness to act. But systemic issues, …

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Free Admission To Greek Archaeological Sites And Museums This Sunday

Free Admission To Greek Archaeological Sites And Museums This Sunday

Athens, Greece (February 2nd, 2025) – Visitors have the opportunity to explore Greece’s rich history for free this Sunday, February 2nd. All state-owned archaeological sites, historical locations, monuments, and museums operated by the Ministry of Culture are open to the public without charge. Exhibits at the archaeological museum of Samothrace This free admission initiative allows …

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Red pepper and feta pie with buttery phyllo

Red pepper and feta pie with buttery phyllo

This recipe comes from Germanos Christianopoulos, the owner of the Syntrofia tavern in Megali Prespa, just a few meters above the small harbor in the village of Psarades. Total Time: 2 hoursPrep: 1 hour | Bake: 1 hourServings: One 28 cm (11-inch) pie Ingredients For the Dough: 500 gr yellow wheat flour (for pies and …

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Klavdia Celebrates Eurovision Win With Family And Famous Rapper Boyfriend

Klavdia Celebrates Eurovision Win With Family And Famous Rapper Boyfriend

Athens, Greece – January 31, 2025 – Last night, Klavdia secured her spot as Greece’s representative in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest with her winning song “Asteromata” (Starry Eyes). The competition will be held in Basel, Switzerland. Following her victory, Klavdia traded the stage lights for a heartwarming family celebration. After briefly speaking with the …

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Two rescued after fire breaks out in Glyfada home

Two rescued after fire breaks out in Glyfada home

A fire broke out in a house on Moreos Street in Glyfada in the early hours of Sunday morning. Fifteen firefighters with four fire trucks and a specialized aerial platform vehicle responded to the scene and managed to bring the fire under control. Emergency police officers were also called to the scene and successfully evacuated …

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“My Number One” Composer Threatens To Ban Paparizou From Performing Hit Song

“My Number One” Composer Threatens To Ban Paparizou From Performing Hit Song

Athens, Greece – Composer Manolis Psaltakis is expressing outrage after his name was omitted during a performance of his Eurovision-winning song “My Number One” at the Greek national final. Psaltakis claims he is consulting with lawyers and may prohibit singer Helena Paparizou from performing the song in the future. During the broadcast, which saw Klavdia …

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Renovate to rent platform to open in about two weeks

Renovate to rent platform to open in about two weeks

The state is planning to spend almost 1 billion euros on subsidy and interest-free financing programs for property upgrades as of early 2025. These are the funds for the ‘Neo Exoikonomo’ program, with the percentage of the subsidy starting from 50% and reaching in some cases to 100%, ‘Anavathmizo to Spiti Mou’ (home upgrading), which …

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Tempe Train Crash Victim’s Family Receives First Compensation Payment

Tempe Train Crash Victim’s Family Receives First Compensation Payment

Nearly two years after the devastating Tempe train crash in Greece, the family of a railway inspector killed in the February 2023 accident has received an 800,000 euro compensation payment. This marks the first such payout to a victim’s family. The sum, divided equally among the inspector’s wife and three children (€200,000 each for moral …

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