The dark influencer
He moves through the crowd, cheerful as a victor – though it is not entirely clear what, precisely, he has won. Inside the packed hall, his admirers form an impromptu corridor for him to pass through. Source link
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Start Date and Fish Days
The Orthodox Nativity Fast begins on Sunday, 15 November 2026, marking 40 days of spiritual preparation for Christmas. During the fasting period, Orthodox Christians observing the revised Julian calendar are allowed to eat fish on 14 specific days, as indicated by the Church calendar. The fast, also known as the Christmas Fast, is one of …
ATHEX: ‘Blue wave’ boosts local bourse, too
The triumph of the Democrats in the US midterm elections on Tuesday gave a major boost to European stock markets. Source link
Medical Body Demands Withdrawal of Black Friday Medical Adverts
The ISA said the company encourages citizens to use its platform for remote medical diagnoses and the issuing of medical opinions and certificates, presenting these services as commercial offers, discounts or gifts in connection with Black Friday. In its letter, the association stressed that such advertising practices violate the provisions of the Code of Medical …
Greece eyes another record tourism year in 2026, minister says
Greece’s tourism sector expects an even better year in 2026 than the already stellar performance of 2025, with encouraging signs of a marked rise in tourist traffic and the country’s performance – including from the British market – Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni told journalists at the World Travel Market (WTM 2026) in London. Source link
Rescue Operation Underway After Migrant Boat Sinks Off Crete
A search and rescue operation is underway off the southern coast of Crete after a boat carrying migrants sank near the island of Chrysi, south of Ierapetra. The operation began after a migrant found on Chrysi reported that the vessel carrying him and other foreign nationals had sunk in the area around midday on Tuesday, …
Greeks are eager for Black Friday
Consumers in Greece are eagerly awaiting Black Friday, considering it a good opportunity, under the weight of the inflationary crisis, to make purchases at lower prices. Source link
Trump Defends Iran War Despite Republican Election Losses
US President Donald Trump said the war with Iran was worth the cost, despite acknowledging that it contributed to Republican losses in the midterm elections, in which the party lost control of Congress. “The Iran issue was something we had to do and continue to do,” Trump told reporters. The war with Iran drove up …
Greece-Cyprus power link to save consumers millions
The Greece-Cyprus electricity interconnection is expected to generate annual benefits of €123-138 million for electricity consumers, primarily in Cyprus, while the impact on Greek consumers is negligible. Source link
Greece Moves Ahead with RM-70 Rocket Launcher Upgrade
Greece has moved forward with a major modernisation programme for its 122mm RM-70 multiple rocket launchers, following the opening of tender submissions at the General Directorate for Defence Investments and Armaments (GDDIA). The €90.57 million defence programme covers the comprehensive upgrade of 111 launchers, which have long formed a backbone of the Hellenic Army’s frontline …