Birds fly near a boat in the Strait of Hormuz amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, as seen from Musandam, Oman, Monday. [REUTERS] The confrontation in the Strait of Hormuz is like a hostage situation in which neither side cares about the fate of the hostages. To put it another way, seeing as the leaders …
We climbed the steps of Anafiotika on a recent springtime Sunday, past cafes and tavernas already filled with tourists, to reach the top of Tholou Street. For 62 years now, Apanemia has stood on this picturesque spot in Athens’ Plaka district; it is one of the city’s most historic “boîtes” (small, cozy live music venues …
[InTime News] The Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Ministry has launched the 2026 wildfire prevention season, warning members of the public of four key prohibitions aimed at reducing human-caused fires. Burning vegetation waste and open fires are banned outright regardless of risk level. Spark-producing or open-flame work, fireworks and beekeeping smoke are prohibited when the …
Alex Bruesewitz, media adviser to US President Donald Trump, speaks with the media at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on June 13, 2023, in Bedminster, New Jersey. [Ted Shaffrey/AP] President Donald Trump’s “superpower” is his image and personality, says Alex Bruesewitz, a senior adviser shaping the White House’s digital communications strategy and a central figure …
[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 …