A criminal organization involved in the trafficking of foreign women for sexual exploitation has been dismantled following a coordinated police operation on February 14 and 15. Nine members of the group, including its leaders, were arrested and now face charges related to – depending on the case – organized crime, human trafficking, pimping, violation of …
In response to the recent seismic activity impacting several Greek islands, the Municipality of Athens has partnered with the non-profit organization Airbnb.org to provide free temporary housing for affected residents seeking shelter in the capital. This initiative is available to residents of Santorini, Amorgos, Anafi, and Ios, where strong earthquakes have caused disruptions and safety …
The Public Debt Management Agency will auction 26-week treasury bills in book entry form to the amount of 500 million euros. In its announcement on Friday, PDMA said that the auction will take place this Wednesday. The issue will mature on August 22 and the settlement date is this Friday. Source link
A new report details the extensive damage to the ancient city of Palmyra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, following the documented end of the Assad regime on December 8th. The report, a collaborative effort between the Palmyrene Voices of the NGO Heritage for Peace and the CSIC’s Milà i Fontanals Institution (IMF-CSIC), assesses the condition …
As the world navigates significant changes, shifting alliances, and critical developments – such as the evolving transatlantic relationship, the potential resolution of the war in Ukraine, and the fragile situation in Gaza – Greece has a unique opportunity to strengthen its role as a reliable and responsible global actor. As a non-permanent member of the …
TAOYUAN, TAIWAN – A Melbourne mother-of-five has been sentenced to 16 years in prison in Taiwan after being caught smuggling 7kg of cocaine and heroin through Taoyuan International Airport. Debbie Voulgaris, 58, was arrested on December 10, 2023, with the drugs, estimated to have a street value of $40 million NT (Taiwan New Dollars), concealed …
A 4.5-magnitude earthquake was recorded in the sea area between the islands of Amorgos and Santorini in the early hours of Monday. The tremor struck 23 km south-southwest of the settlement of Arkesini, in southern Amorgos, at 1.08 a.m., according to the Geodynamics Institute of the National Observatory of Athens. This quake followed a 4.2-magnitude …
Greek secondary school teachers are staging a three-hour work stoppage today, Monday, February 17, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, in protest against the planned establishment of Onassis schools. The Federation of Secondary Education Officers (OLME) has also called for a demonstration at 1:00 PM in Syntagma Square. Meetings with Political Leaders Since January 28, …
A digital representation of the Megaro Athinogenous, as it will look at the end of 2026. The new building will be made of metal, with the folded facade being shaped by bioclimatic windows. It will also have a 100-seat amphitheater, stretching from the ground floor down to the basement. The contrast between the original and …
Rome, A striking steel sculpture of opera legend Maria Callas was unveiled today in Rome, marking the second stop on its international tour. Created by renowned Greek sculptor Nikos Floros, the 500-kilogram artwork stands at the entrance of the Church of Saint Theodore of Tiron, which belongs to the Orthodox Metropolis of Italy. The sculpture, …