Pensioners due for a pay hike
More than 670,000 pensioners will benefit from the abolition, starting January 1, of the so-called “personal difference” that has affected the level of their pensions. Source link
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Italy Rejects Spain’s Ultimatum as Border Controls Remain in Place
The Italian government has rejected Spain’s request to lift Rome’s temporary suspension of the Schengen Agreement for certain travellers arriving from Spain, while Spain has responded to Italy’s measures by reinstating border controls at its airports and ports for travellers arriving from Italy. The Meloni government responded to Madrid in a written statement, declaring that …
Europe’s infernal summer: Record heat, wildfires, and migration
Europe and Greece are once again under pressure, as crises largely outside their control have left many on the continent feeling exposed. This summer we have seen sweltering heatwaves, unprecedented wildfires, and a sudden migration crisis at Spain’s border. Source link
Hellenic Football Federation Announces Greek Cup Fixtures
The Hellenic Football Federation (EPO) announced on Friday, August 7, the full schedule for the second qualifying round of the first phase of the 2026/27 Greek Cup. A total of 22 teams will compete in this stage. They include the 13 teams that will emerge from the first qualifying round, with the exception of the …
Crete and Three North Aegean Islands Placed on Red Code
Crete and the regional units of Chios, Samos and Ikaria will remain on Red Code mobilisation on Saturday as authorities warn of a very high risk of wildfires. According to the Fire Risk Forecast Map issued by the General Secretariat for Civil Protection of the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, the areas face …
Greece shifts Saudi Patriot mission to monthly review
Greece has changed the extension of its military mission in Saudi Arabia from an annual to a monthly basis, reflecting what officials describe as the rapidly changing geopolitical situation in the region. Source link
Greece Prepares for 6G After Major Advances in 5G Coverage
5G has moved from a promise of faster connections and new digital experiences to the dominant mobile communications technology worldwide. As the industry prepares for the next generation of networks, Greece has made significant progress in 5G adoption and now has the infrastructure to begin preparing for the transition to 6G. The Ericsson Mobility Report …
‘The Odyssey’ sparks Greece travel surge
Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is driving a surge in travel demand for Greek destinations, according to booking data, underscoring the growing influence of film-driven travel. Source link
Anna Stroumpou Takes Historic Place at World Championships
Anna Stroumpou produced one of the most significant performances in Greek junior athletics history at the World U20 Athletics Championships in Eugene, USA, finishing seventh in the 3,000 metres steeplechase in 10:00.63. The 19-year-old athlete improved the Greek U20 national record in the event for the second time at the championships and became the eighth …
Prosecutor declines surveillance probe revival
Prosecutors have declined four requests to reopen the investigation into the country’s wiretapping scandal, leaving the case file closed despite the recent conviction of four private individuals for the use of Predator surveillance software. Source link