Karamanlis’ measured criticism | eKathimerini.com

Karamanlis’ measured criticism | eKathimerini.com

The rift inside ruling New Democracy continued to make headlines last week.  Speaking at a book presentation in Patra, former prime minister Kostas Karamanlis kept his distance from the government and took issue with the recent expulsion from ND of former PM and his successor at the helm of the conservatives Antonis Samaras, while calling …

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ATHEX: Bourse builds on previous days of gains

ATHEX: Bourse builds on previous days of gains

The lowest turnover of the last 11 weeks did not stop the benchmark of the Greek stock market from recording another day of growth, albeit small, on Tuesday, making it five in a row. It has now put clear blue water between itself and the 1,400-point psychological milestone. Corporate results for the third quarter continued …

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Annual organ donation record broken

Annual organ donation record broken

With a hundred organ donations performed already this year, Greece has broken its annual record of 98 of the life-saving operations. On Wednesday, the organs of a 41-year-old deceased donor were transplanted to six recipients at the Korgialeneio-Benakeio hospital in Athens. The 99th donation took place on Monday, when the organs from a 49-year-old man …

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Man arrested for hate crime

Man arrested for hate crime

A 65-year-old man has appeared before an Athens prosecutor for insulting, threatening and physically assaulting a 27-year-old man apparently because of the victim’s sexual orientation. On Sunday, the man, together with another person, had made abusive gestures from his car at the 27-year-old man and another person aimed at their sexual identity before driving off. …

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French tightening plans credible, Dutch want to spend too much, says Commission

French tightening plans credible, Dutch want to spend too much, says Commission

The European Commission has given a positive evaluation of Greece’s 2025 budget plan and medium-term fiscal strategy, according to the autumn package of the European Semester released on Tuesday. France’s draft 2025 budget and medium-term plan to bring down public debt are in line with EU rules and credible, while spending plans of the normally …

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A day trip to Mount Parnassos

A day trip to Mount Parnassos

Just 170 kilometers from Athens, Parnassos is a majestic escape that can be reached in under two hours, making it the perfect destination for a day of adventure. With its towering peak, Liakoura, rising to 2,457 meters, Parnassos is Greece’s eighth-highest mountain, offering a breathtaking blend of scenic trails and outdoor pursuits that will captivate …

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Dana Masters | Athens | December 6-9

Dana Masters | Athens | December 6-9

Renowned American soul and jazz singer Dana Masters will perform four concerts at the Half Note jazz club (17 Trivonianou) from December 6 to 9. For many years, she was a vocalist in the band of the legendary Van Morrison before embarking on her solo career. She has performed, among others, for the pope, US …

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Two 16-year-old students arrested for assaulting teen in Lesvos

Two 16-year-old students arrested for assaulting teen in Lesvos

[InTimeNews] Police on the island of Lesvos arrested on Monday two 16-year-old students accused of causing grievous bodily harm to a 14-year-old boy. In addition to the charges against the teenagers, their parents face charges of neglecting minors. According to the police, the incident occurred on Monday afternoon when the two 16-year-olds assaulted and injured …

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