A sweeping investigation by the National Transparency Authority has uncovered systemic administrative failures, potential corruption and widespread procedural violations in the municipal building department of Rhodes, local newspaper Dimokratiki reported. Source link
The Region of Central Macedonia has launched a €3 million programme aimed at strengthening the social inclusion and empowerment of Roma children and families across seven municipalities. Regional Governor Athina Aidona signed the funding decisions for the initiative, which is financed through the region’s ESPA (European Union structural funds) programme. The programme will be implemented …
When inflation was at 4.4% in June, households that spent their entire income to cover their living costs were burdened much more than those that, having double or quadruple the income, spent the same absolute amount and saved or invested the rest. Source link
An Australian academic and her partner have died following a tragic road accident on the Greek island of Lesvos, prompting an outpouring of grief from colleagues, students and loved ones in both Australia and Greece. Professor Marguerite Johnson, 61, and her partner Leni Johnson were travelling along the Panagiouda–Moria road on July 15 when their …
The Bodossaki Foundation has awarded 64 new scholarships to Greek scientists for postgraduate studies, postdoctoral research and international scientific visits, expanding its flagship academic support initiative, the philanthropic organization announced. Source link
Greece is expected to take a major step forward in modernising its air defences, with the Government’s top national security body, KYSEA, reportedly preparing to approve a €3 billion procurement package for Israeli-made air defence systems. According to Greek media reports, KYSEA is scheduled to meet on July 23 to give final approval for the …
Following almost a week of intense heat that affected the entire country, Attica, Evia and Rhodes have been placed on a “Red Code” alert due to a very high risk of wildfires predicted for Friday. Source link
Born Maria Dimitropoulou in Pyrgos, Elis, Mary Linda rose to fame during the golden era of Greek popular music. Her powerful voice and charismatic stage presence made her one of the country’s most beloved performers. She became internationally renowned through her musical partnership with the legendary composer and bouzouki virtuoso Manolis Chiotis. Together, they revolutionised …
Choreographer Apostolia Papadamaki and composer Tryfon Koutsourelis discuss the ritual performance coming to Ancient Corinth. Source link
Greece is expected to experience its hottest day of the year on Wednesday, with temperatures reaching up to 43C according to meteorologists, and several regions placed on alert due to the risk of wildfires. High temperatures are affecting much of the eastern mainland today, with the hottest conditions expected in Thessaly, eastern Sterea (Central Greece), …