Special ‘godparents’ for new navy boats

Special ‘godparents’ for new navy boats

One of the two elementary school-aged children growing up on Pserimos, Panormitis Sakellaris, 5, baptizes the Mandouvalos at the Salamis Shipyards on Monday. He is one of three young residents of Greece’s Aegean sea border nominated as ‘godparents’ to the Hellenic Navy’s four upgraded Island-class coastal patrol boats, in acknowledgement of the special circumstances of …

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Netflix Announces Price Increases Amid Record Growth In Subscribers

Netflix Announces Price Increases Amid Record Growth In Subscribers

A few hours ago, Netflix officially announced an increase in the prices of its subscription plans, starting in the United States and other countries. At the same time, it was revealed that the platform gained 19 million new subscribers by the end of 2024. Netflix Raises Prices Once Again The price hikes will initially affect …

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Breaking the chain

What happened on Tuesday at the EOPYY pharmacy on Alexandras Avenue – which provides high-cost medications, including those for cancer patients, and failed to open due to staff absences – is not an exception. Source link

November a record-breaking month for Greek tourism 

November a record-breaking month for Greek tourism 

Visitors at a stone bridge crossing the Voidomatis river in Epirus, northwestern Greece. [InTime News] Last November marked a record-breaking month for Greek tourism, with average spending up by 20.9%, total spending up by 44.7%, and arrivals increasing by 23.6% compared to the same month in the previous year. Travelers from the UK and the …

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14-year-old hospitalized after TikTok challenge in Thessaloniki

14-year-old hospitalized after TikTok challenge in Thessaloniki

[InTime News] A high school student in Thessaloniki fainted and was taken to the hospital after attempting to participate in a TikTok challenge. The 14-year-old girl was transported by ambulance to the Hippocrates Hospital. According to a parent’s complaint, the girl and her classmates were taking part in the “Valsava” challenge, which involves holding one’s …

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Cartoon (22/01/2025) | eKathimerini.com

Cartoon (22/01/2025) | eKathimerini.com

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Hellenistic Statue Unearthed Near Thessaloniki Trash Container

Hellenistic Statue Unearthed Near Thessaloniki Trash Container

Greek City Times Hellenistic Statue Unearthed Near Thessaloniki Trash Container A Hellenistic-era statue was unexpectedly discovered in a garbage bag near a trash container in Thessaloniki, Greece, prompting an investigation into its origins. This post Hellenistic Statue Unearthed Near Thessaloniki Trash Container first appeared on Greek City Times and is written by Gct Source link

Parliamentary groups formally submit nominations for president

Parliamentary groups formally submit nominations for president

[InTime News] Parliamentary groups have formally submitted their proposals for Greece’s next President, a largely ceremonial role, to the Special Secretariat of the President ahead of the first round of voting on January 25. The ruling conservative New Democracy party has nominated MP Konstantinos Tasoulas, who stepped down as Speaker of the House on January …

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Successful Completion Of Crete-Attica Interconnection Tests

Successful Completion Of Crete-Attica Interconnection Tests

The Independent Power Transmission Operator (IPTO) announced a major breakthrough in Greece’s energy sector as its subsidiary, Ariadne Interconnection, successfully completed the Site Acceptance Test (SAT) for the Crete-Attica electrical interconnection cable system. The tests took place at the Koumoundouros Converter Station in Aspropyrgos, signaling a critical step towards the project’s operational launch. During the …

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Knives and phones seized in police raid at Korydallos prison

Knives and phones seized in police raid at Korydallos prison

Knives and mobile phones were found during an operation conducted by the Narcotics Division on Wednesday morning at Korydallos prison. Searches were carried out in eight cells, where four mobile phones, chargers, charging cables and hands-free devices were seized. Additionally, 19 inmates were inspected and two improvised knives were found in their possession. Charges for …

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