admin Justice in Greece is slow. But even when courts deliver a ruling, the state is even slower to comply with its decisions. We cannot talk about the rule of law when five years have passed and the decision of the Council of State has not yet been implemented. We cannot talk about faith in institutions …
The implementation of the APKWS II by F-16s presents a cost-effective and strategic advancement in modern aerial combat. As the US and allied forces seek affordable methods to counter widespread UAV threats, the 70mm guided rockets provide a middle ground between conventional anti-aircraft systems and high-precision air-to-air weaponry. Key Points: Cost-Effectiveness: The primary reason the …
A poll conducted by MRB for OPEN TV, published on Thursday, revealed that 8 out of 10 Greeks are dissatisfied with how the government has handled the Tempe case. When asked about the government’s handling of the case, 14.5% of respondents said they were satisfied (“definitely yes / probably yes”), while an overwhelming 81.1% expressed …
An uptick in volcanic activity has been detected on the popular Greek tourist island of Santorini, prompting the country’s civil protection minister to convene a meeting with local authorities and disaster response teams. According to a statement from the Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Ministry released on Wednesday, monitoring devices have recorded “mild seismic-volcanic activity” …
[InTimeNews] The Athens First Instance Prosecutor has initiated criminal proceedings against four police officers in connection with the murder of Kyriaki Griva outside the Agioi Anargyroi police station in western Athens in April 2024 by her former partner. The four officers are being prosecuted for the felony of fatal exposure by omission. The individuals charged …
Spartan women, unlike their counterparts in other Greek city-states, enjoyed a degree of freedom and respect that was exceptional for the time. Known for their sharp wit and strong personalities, these women were allowed to own property, receive an education, and participate in physical training. The education of Spartan women was designed to make them …
[InTime News] Maurizio Capotorto, the former CEO of Hellenic Train, has reportedly been summoned to provide explanations as a suspect in the alleged offense of giving false testimony before the parliamentary inquiry committee on the Tempe train disaster last January. According to reports, in addition to ordering a magistrate to take his statement, the prosecutor …
A 4.2-magnitude earthquake struck Evia on Thursday afternoon, with tremors felt across the Attica region, including Athens. According to the Geodynamic Institute of Greece, the earthquake had a magnitude of 4.2 on the Richter scale, with its epicentre near Chalkida, the capital of Evia. The quake caused noticeable shaking in several areas of Attica, but …
The Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama, delivered a 20-minute eulogy for the late Archbishop Anastasios during his funeral in Tirana on Thursday. Rama praised Anastasios’ personality and contributions, noting that he came “as a faithful successor of the Apostles in the service of Albania, restoring the Orthodox Church both on a human and spiritual …
The Battle of Gaugamela, fought on October 1, 331 BCE, stands as one of the most significant military engagements in ancient history. Alexander the Great, leading his Macedonian forces, faced the vast army of Darius III, the Persian king. Despite being heavily outnumbered, Alexander’s tactical genius secured a decisive victory. Darius III assembled a massive …