Dendias: Some people in Turkey reminisce about Ottoman times

Dendias: Some people in Turkey reminisce about Ottoman times

[Screen grab from Fox News video] Turkey’s pursuit of regional natural resources coupled with its controversial geopolitical pursuits in the Middle East and Aegean Sea indicate that the country is looking to “recreate” the Ottoman Empire, Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias said during an interview with Fox News Digital on Saturday. “There’s some people in …

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The Travel Profile Of Greek-Australians

The Travel Profile Of Greek-Australians

The Australian tourism market is of particular interest to Greece due to its large Greek diaspora. Findings from primary research conducted by the Greek Ministry of Tourism regarding the travel preferences of Greek-Australians are therefore valuable. According to the Office of Economic and Commercial Affairs in Sydney, due to the long distance and cost, Greek-Australian …

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Second suspect to testify next week in land surveyor’s murder

Second suspect to testify next week in land surveyor’s murder

[Intime News] A 48-year-old man arrested over his alleged involvement in the murder of a land surveyor in Athens in July 2023 was given until Tuesday to testify over the crime after appearing before an investigative magistrate on Saturday. The suspect is charged with complicity in intentional homicide, with authorities alleging that he provided the …

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The Top Greek Destinations Captivating Instagram

The Top Greek Destinations Captivating Instagram

Milos and Paros are selected by the internationally renowned magazine Conde Nast Traveller as the top two destinations to visit in 2025. The selection was made, as mentioned, by the well-traveled team of the magazine, which reflects in the most authoritative way the significant impact that the two Cycladic islands have acquired in the global …

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Athens Riviera threatened by sewage

Athens Riviera threatened by sewage

The picturesque Athens Riviera on the capital’s southern coast is facing serious sewage overflow issues during heavy rainfall. With illegal connections and an aging drainage system causing wastewater to flood major coastal roads and reach the sea, the problem is endangering public health, the environment and marine life. Pumping Station 31, located on Poseidonos Avenue …

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Australian Literature Finds New Home In Greece With ‘Etudes Australes’ Series

Australian Literature Finds New Home In Greece With ‘Etudes Australes’ Series

Athens – A new literary series is bridging the cultural gap between Australia and Greece, bringing a diverse range of Australian literature to Greek readers. “Etudes Australes,” a project spearheaded by Greek-Australian director Yannis Dramitinos and published by Thessaloniki-based Petites-Maisons, aims to showcase the Australian experience through meticulously selected translations. The series launched with two …

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Second suspect in land surveyor’s murder to testify next week

Second suspect in land surveyor’s murder to testify next week

[InTime News] A 48-year-old man arrested over his alleged involvement in the murder of a land surveyor in Athens in July 2023 was given until Tuesday to testify over the crime after appearing before an investigative magistrate on Saturday. The suspect is charged with complicity in intentional homicide, with authorities alleging that he provided the …

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British Tourists Advised To Stay Alert Amid Global Security Concerns

British Tourists Advised To Stay Alert Amid Global Security Concerns

Nicosia, Cyprus – February 1, 2025 The UK Foreign Office has issued a heightened travel advisory for British tourists visiting Cyprus, urging them to remain vigilant and exercise increased caution due to global security concerns. The advisory comes as authorities warn that the threat of terrorism worldwide could potentially impact British nationals and UK interests …

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ISAP train evacuated after smoke fills carriages

ISAP train evacuated after smoke fills carriages

File photo. An Athens urban railway train was evacuated on Friday afternoon after smoke started filling the carriages at the Moschato station in southern Athens. The incident on Line 1, which happened on a train heading toward the southern port city of Piraeus, was due to a technical failure which caused smoke to be emitted, …

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Naousa Offers €1,000 Baby Bonus To Combat Dwindling Population

Naousa Offers €1,000 Baby Bonus To Combat Dwindling Population

NAOUSA, Greece (January 31, 2025) — In a bid to reverse its declining population, the municipality of Naousa in western Macedonia, Greece, is offering a €1,000 bonus for every new baby born to eligible couples. Mayor Nikos Koutsoyiannis announced the initiative today, citing a concerning drop in residents from roughly 34,000 in 2011 to an …

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