For whom do we set up museums?
In October 1997, an unprecedented event in the history of cities took place. A museum was inaugurated in Bilbao whose meteoric fame instantly transformed the host city into a tourist destination Source link
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A Voice Shaped By Natural Gifts – Greek City Times
With a voice shaped by natural gifts, years of dedicated study and a deep love for the performing arts, accomplished soprano Despina Scarlatou has built a career defined by musical sensitivity, versatility, and theatrical expression. From Despina’s early days in a children’s choir to her performances of opera and operetta on international stages, her journey …
Exhibition connects Athens’ generations
One corner of the exhibition “Athens 1834-1944,” which opened recently at the National Historical Museum, is occupied by dozens of photographic portraits of longtime residents and newcomers in the capital during that period. Source link
Interesting museums generate ‘vital knowledge’
Katerina Gregos, artistic director of the National Museum of Contemporary Art Athens (EMST), if asked to describe the journey from 2021, when she assumed her current post, to September 26, when she accepted the European Art Award on the museum’s behalf in Alicante, Spain, would answer without hesitation: It has been a marathon. Source link
Greece Now Has a Strong Voice in Europe – Greek City Times
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Greece is using its stronger position in Europe to benefit both Greek and European citizens. In his weekly review, he highlighted three Greek proposals that received backing from EU leaders at the recent Summit: An emergency adjustment of European fiscal rules so countries with surpluses, like Greece, can provide targeted …
Rising prices weigh on New Democracy ratings
Rising prices are eroding support for governing New Democracy party, according to the latest polls, while the government hopes new energy assistance measures and potential European Union support will reverse the decline. Source link
1 Dead, 1,200 Arrested, 150 Police Injured – Greek City Times
Widespread clashes, arson and looting marked protests across France on Saturday, leaving one rioter dead, 1,200 people arrested and 150 police officers injured. The death occurred in Paris after a person suffered cardiac arrest on Boulevard de Magenta and died outside a first-aid station. A 17-year-old in Saint-Étienne lost a hand after allegedly picking up …
Bella Freud | Athens | December 15
British fashion designer and artist Bella Freud will appear at Onassis Stegi (107 Syngrou) for an engaging conversation with Onassis Foundation culture director Afroditi Panagiotakou. Source link
7 Villages From Chania to Agios Ioannis
PELION, October 2026 — Central Pelion tempts visitors in all 12 months, with forest villages, a ski centre, old churches and pebble beaches. The Mountain of the Centaurs also offers trails for every level, while its taverns showcase fine local produce. Chania and Drakeia, the gateway to central Pelion Chania is the closest village in …
Man arrested near Thessaloniki on domestic violence, rape allegations
A 46-year-old foreign national was arrested in Lagadas, near Thessaloniki, on allegations of domestic violence, rape and unlawful detention. Source link