[SHUTTERSTOCK] The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Cyprus is raising concerns over Cyprus’ proposed tax reform, arguing that while the new framework aims to ease the tax burden on individuals and businesses, it remains overly complex. The entity is calling for a more streamlined system, with fewer bureaucratic hurdles and greater predictability to enhance …
For the first time in 15 years, global star Sarbel is bringing his electrifying Greek-Arabic beats to Sydney, Darwin, Adelaide and Melbourne this April/May for an unforgettable music experience. He will be joined by viral sensation Andreas Habibi (@andreasyourhabibi) and powerhouse vocalist Alexandra Preher (@aura_officiel), both making their Australian debut. Sarbel is the sensation pop …
[Associated Press] The music of legendary jazz saxophonist Wayne Shorter will be celebrated by his closest associates at the Pallas Theater (5 Voukourestiou) on March 31. Members of Shorter’s renowned quartet, pianist Danilo Perez, bassist John Patitucci, and drummer Brian Blade, who played alongside him for over two decades, will be joined on stage by …
A large wildfire has broken out in a forested area south of Agios Nikitas, on the island of Lefkada, prompting the evacuation of a nearby settlement. Due to the fire front’s close proximity to Agios Nikitas, the 112 emergency alert system issued an evacuation order shortly before 6 p.m., warning: “If you are in the …
[THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ] Radio producer Spyros Pagiatakis will spin Madonna’s greatest hits at Temple (17 Iakchou) on March 29, celebrating the legendary singer’s iconic 40-year career. To the sounds of classics like “Crazy for You,” “Like a Virgin,” and more, drag queens will put on a show featuring Madonna’s most iconic costumes. Tickets cost €10 …
A total of eight judges were dismissed by the disciplinary plenary of the Supreme Court due to inappropriate behavior, excessive delays and health-related reasons. One deputy prosecutor of appeals was dismissed for repeated indecent conduct, having previously faced disciplinary sanctions for unjustified delays and unprofessional behavior. The disciplinary body cited her use of abusive language …
Hundreds of thousands of opposition supporters gathered outside Istanbul city hall Sunday night to protest the arrest of the city’s mayor, a key rival to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Earlier Sunday, a court formally arrested Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu and ordered him jailed pending the outcome of a trial on corruption charges. His detention Wednesday …
In a corner of the century-old café To Hani tou Gogou in Ano Palaiokarya, about 34 km from Trikala, we stopped to warm up by the woodstove. The snow was falling heavily. Soon, the “holy trinity” of Trikala cuisine appeared on our table: feta cheese, pork sausage with leek, and tsipouro. All three are historically …
The youngsters of the Greek national team outplayed and outscored the Scots in Glasgow on Sunday, thrashing the Hampden Park hosts 3-0 and rightfully earning Greece a spot in the top level of the UEFA Nations League. Greece overturned its 1-0 deficit from the first leg in Piraeus with three beautiful goals that undid the …
Kitty Dukakis, the wife of former Massachusetts governor and Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis, who spoke openly about her struggles with depression and addiction, has died. She was 88. Dukakis died on Friday night surrounded by her family, her son, John Dukakis, said on Saturday by telephone. She fought to make the world better, “sharing …