The European Commission has approved a Greek state plan of €41 million to support agricultural companies in the production sector that have been hurt by increased fertilizer prices due to the Middle East crisis. Source link
A British man convicted by Greek courts of manslaughter in the 2019 death of fellow tourist Matt Jeffery on the island of Zakynthos (Zante) has been ordered extradited from the United Kingdom to serve a 12-year prison sentence. Luke Brownsdon, who was found guilty of delivering the fatal punch outside a nightclub in Laganas, will …
The new electronic procedure has begun for lifting bank account seizures imposed by the tax administration for overdue debts to the state. Source link
Spanish authorities have uncovered one of Europe’s most sophisticated alleged drug trafficking and money laundering operations after seizing nearly 13 tonnes of cocaine concealed inside banana containers shipped from Latin America. The investigation began in autumn 2024 at the Port of Algeciras in southern Spain, where authorities intercepted what became the largest cocaine seizure in …
The Aegina Music Festival returns for its 20th edition, presenting a diverse program of classical music, vocal performances and musical theater across some of the island’s most distinctive venues. Source link
Vergina, Greece – The father of Alexander the Great, King Philip II, has been conclusively identified as the occupant of Royal Tomb I at Vergina through forensic analysis of his devastating battle injuries — making him one of the rarest cases of an ancient historical figure confirmed by matching skeletal trauma to written records. Discovered …
Cyprus’ betting industry continued to expand during the opening three months of 2026. Source link
Greece will introduce a national initiative on August 31 aimed at reducing the shelf prices of dozens of essential products by between 5% and 20%, covering categories ranging from fresh meat and dairy products to baby supplies, detergents and school items. The government and market representatives designed the initiative to deliver permanent price reductions until …
The Greek stock market maintained on Friday its move south, with a relatively accelerated pace. Source link
The President of the Hellenic Republic Konstantinos Tasoulas visited Kiafa Castle in Souli on Thursday and officially inaugurated the restoration and preservation project of the historic fortress, highlighting its importance as a symbol of Greek resistance and freedom. The ceremony took place in the presence of Culture Minister Lina Mendoni, Regional Governor of Epirus Alexandros …