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Greece’s Permanent Representative to the UN Evangelos Sekeris criticized Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure during the UN Security Council session on Ukraine on Thursday. Sekeris highlighted the impact of recent assaults, including the bombing in Zaporizhzhia, which resulted in significant civilian casualties. “Russia launched new large-scale aerial bombing attacks against Ukrainian cities and territories, which …

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[Screengrab via ERT] Emergency crews have responded to a gas leak in the Thermi suburb, southeast of Thessaloniki, in northern Greece. No injuries have been reported. According to state broadcaster ERT, the leak occurred during maintenance work when a crew from the local water utility company, EYATH, accidentally damaged a natural gas pipeline. The area …

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Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is traveling to Berlin on Friday to participate in the European People’s Party leaders’ summit. Source link

Greek Australian artist Eirini Alligiannis is bringing her photography book “Art on the Wall” and a complementary exhibition to Sydney following a successful New York debut, The Greek Herald reports. The event is set for Friday, January 31, at 6.30 p.m. at The Shop Gallery in Glebe, NSW. Described as a tribute to street art, …

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[Shutterstock] In Parliament on Thursday, Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos tabled an amendment providing for the obligation of insurance companies to publish their premium hikes in hospital programs, as well as of health providers to publish the prices of their services. Regarding insurance companies, the obligation to publish increases concerns all health insurance products – not …

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Athens’ wine scene is exploding, offering diverse experiences for every palate. From intimate bistros to bustling hotspots, here’s your guide to the best wine bars in Athens, including some exciting discoveries. 1. Wine is Fine (Psyrri) Wine is Fine focuses on gently vinified wines, primarily Greek and French, with some selections from Portugal, Italy, and …

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In the 1970s, German photographer Anna Wich (1949-1998) captured the pulse of Athens with a poetic eye, even in its gritty corners. One of her striking images freezes a moment in time at the junction of Panepistimiou and Korai streets – raw yet beautiful. Decades later, only one thing remains unchanged: the stately Soutsou House. …

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Olympiacos won 96-86 against Real Madrid, solidifying their position as the EuroLeague frontrunner after 22 games. The Piraeus-based team extended its winning streak to seven, showcasing stellar performances from key players like Evan Fournier, who led with 28 points and five three-pointers. The Greek team dominated for 35 minutes, building a 20-point lead before Real …

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Greece’s presidential election process begins Saturday, January 25, with Parliament Speaker Konstantinos Tasoulas expected to secure the post by the fourth round on February 12, requiring a simple majority of 151 votes. With New Democracy’s 156 MPs and additional support from the Spartiates and other independents, Tasoulas could gain at least 167 votes.  Meanwhile, opposition …

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The Ministry of Culture, through the Ephorate of Antiquities of Trikala, is undertaking the restoration and preservation of the structural elements of the western arm and northwestern tower of the acropolis at Ancient Pelinna. Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni stated: “Ancient Pelinna, located approximately 16 km east of Trikala, was one of the most prominent …

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