Karystianou rolls out new party, attacks political establishment

Rail safety activist Maria Karystianou formally entered Greek politics Thursday, rolling out a new party named “Hope for Democracy” with a platform strong on anti-establishment rhetoric and support for policies ranging from animal welfare to fighting price-gouging and corruption. Source link

Blue properties boost market

Seaview properties help the Greek luxury residential market compete as equal with developed markets such as Spain and Switzerland, thanks to key areas such as the Athenian Riviera, the Cyclades and Ionian islands. Source link

Incompetence and silence

Several municipalities across southern Attica were thrown into turmoil on Tuesday by an incident that could very well have been a serious threat to public health. Source link

Honoring compassion at the edge of exile

For decades, Swiss dentist Julien Grivel traveled to Greece to voluntarily treat Hansen’s disease patients at Athens’ “Agia Varvara” hospital, many transferred there from Spinalonga. Source link

Top court resists judicial retirement age hike

The Council of State has recommended against raising the mandatory retirement age for judges, rejecting a proposal to extend service beyond 67, according to positions adopted by the court’s Administrative Plenary. Source link

By Hand | Athens | May 22-27

By Hand Festival, a new celebration of craftsmanship, transforms Syntagma Square in Athens into a vibrant open-air marketplace of creativity. Source link