[Corinne Cumming/EBU] Images released from the first rehearsal of Greece’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 offer an early look at the staging and artistic direction behind the song “Ferto,” performed by Akylas. The track blends contemporary dance-pop with techno influences, driven by strong rhythmic energy and electronic production aimed at broad international appeal. …
File photo. [Shutterstock] A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a string of violent robberies targeting taxi drivers in Athens, while an alleged accomplice remains at large, according to police. Authorities say that, based on preliminary findings, the suspect and his associate were involved in at least six attacks on cabdrivers since March. …
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Sunday, as part of his regular weekly address, outlined new government measures aimed at regulating banks and improving transparency in consumer transactions. He confirmed that a draft law prepared by the Ministry of Development is ready, focusing on protecting borrowers from abusive practices in consumer loans of up to €100,000 …
[AMNA] Court employees in Athens are extending last week’s work stoppages into Monday and Tuesday over safety concerns following a recent shooting. The protests began after an April 28 incident in which an 89-year-old gunman entered the former magistrates’ court building and wounded four judicial staff. Workers say no meaningful measures have been taken to …
Nine weeks of war in the Middle East sufficed to lead to a significant revision of macroeconomic estimates, with growth falling by about half a point, close to 1.7%, and inflation rising by up to 1.5 points, above 4%. Economists invited by Kathimerini to assess the war’s damage so far spoke about the positive aspects …
File photo. [InTime News] Snowfall more typical of winter than early May was recorded during the early hours of Sunday on Mount Parnitha and Mount Penteli, both located on the northern outskirts of Athens. The snow was sufficient to cover the peaks, briefly disrupting traffic along Parnithos Avenue. Authorities temporarily halted vehicle movement on the …
Only a short drive from Athens, the Lavreotiki region is a living museum that can captivate even the most demanding visitor. Visitors can explore the Souriza Valley archaeological site in the National Park, home to the mines that once fueled the economic rise of ancient Athens; visit the ancient theater of Thorikos, one of the …
Former prime minister Alexis Tsipras on Friday published a lengthy political manifesto on conjoining what he defined as the main drivers of leftwing politics, in an indication of what his planned political party could come to represent. In a social media post, Tsipras said the manifesto on how the Left could return to government in …
The European Commission is allowing member-states flexible implementation of the new Entry/Exit System (EES), launched fully April 10, amid complaints of long lines, delays, and missed flights. The Commission clarified this is not a suspension but “built-in flexibility,” permitting authorities to pause time-consuming functions like biometric registration during peak periods. Spokesperson Markus Lampert noted processing …
Greece is moving forward with plans to acquire four secondhand Italian FREMM frigates in a two-phase deal, as discussions with Italy enter an advanced stage. The Greek government has agreed to purchase four Carlo Bergamini-class vessels in a 2+2 arrangement. The first two ships are expected to cost about €700 million, including some of their …