A fire has broken out at a factory in Halkida, on the island of Evia, prompting authorities to issue a 112 emergency alert on Saturday night over smoke-related concerns. Residents in the area have received notification on mobile phones advising them to keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke from entering indoor spaces. The …
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk (left) and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (right) deliver a statement to the media in Ankara, on March 12, 2025. [Leszek Szymanski/EPA] In a strikingly assertive tone, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has recently reiterated the urgency of his country’s accession to the European Union. “At every opportunity, I emphasize …
The Public Power Corporation (PPC) is planning to boost capacity on 10 islands, including Crete ahead of the summer season and the increased demand for electricity due to tourism. The company has applied to the sector’s regulator, RAAEY, for electricity generation licenses with a total capacity of approximately 95 megawatts. One of them, with a …
[Shutterstock] A fatal road accident involving an elderly driver has reignited debate over senior citizens’ driving competence in Greece, with officials under growing pressure to reconsider safety protocols for seniors. In February, an 88-year-old driver lost control in a busy Athens suburb, killing one and injuring five. Days later, an 82-year-old caused a crash near …
The mother of a young man who was relentlessly hounded and brutally harassed by bullies for months before taking his own life in 2015 has made a plea for more measures to tackle youth violence, ahead of Saturday’s anniversary of the discovery of his body. “Vangelis left us the way he did, and 10 years …
The Defense Ministry is set to save approximately €30 million annually by eliminating 600 senior officers classified as “Outside Organizational Positions” (EOTH), officials confirmed Friday. The move, directed by Defense Minister Nikos Dendias, aims to correct inefficiencies in the armed forces and streamline operations. The reform targets a 2017 policy that allowed officers with over …
[Shutterstock] A citizens’ movement on Kos is calling for a suspension of new hotel construction, warning that the island has exceeded its capacity. The initiative, “Sustainable Kos,” has gathered 1,600 signatures and secured support from the municipal council. In a letter to government officials, residents highlight the strain from rapid tourism growth, citing a 43% …
Ministers of the reshuffled Greek government pose for a family photo with Greek President Constantine Tassoulas (C) and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (C-R) at the Presidential Mansion in Athens, Greece, on 15 March 2025. [Alexandros Vlachos/EPA] The new members of the New Democracy government were sworn in at the Presidential Mansion on Saturday, a day …
The view from Kathimerini’s offices, Saturday. [Kathimerini] High levels of Saharan dust have enveloped the southern part of Athens since 9 a.m., creating a thick fog and resulting in limited visibility. The phenomenon also affects other areas of the Attica basin. Weathermen had warned that Saharan dust would cover the region over the weekend. The …
Global ratings agency Moody’s has upgraded Greece’s rating to “Baa3” from “Ba1”, citing quicker-than-expected improvement in public finances and the country’s greater resilience to potential future shocks. “Based on the government’s policy stance, institutional improvements that are bearing fruit, and a stable political environment, we expect Greece to continue to run substantial primary surpluses, which …