Tourists visit the Parthenon. Greek tourism, as a key pillar of the economy, remains highly vulnerable to geopolitical crises and rising travel costs, which can affect demand and revenues. [AP] The crisis in Iran and the wider Middle East is expected to have long-term consequences in both the geopolitical and economic spheres. At a first …
The Athens Asian Food Festival returns to Kypseli Municipal Market, expanding on its successful debut with a larger, more vibrant program celebrating Asian gastronomy and culture. Visitors can enjoy authentic street food, contemporary culinary creations and an Asian-themed bar, alongside DJ sets and live music curated by Street Outdoors. Admission is free. Source link
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis condemned an attack at a White House correspondents’ dinner attended by US President Donald Trump, calling it a reminder that violence has no place in democratic societies. In a social media post, Mitsotakis said, “The attack at the White House correspondents’ dinner is a stark reminder that violence has no place …
Mario Brunello presents a distinctive recital at the Athens Concert Hall, performing works by Johann Sebastian Bach on the rare violoncello piccolo. Concluding his multi-season project, Brunello offers a fresh interpretation of Bach’s solo repertoire through the instrument’s warm, resonant tone. Held in the intimate Dimitris Mitropoulos Hall, the performance emphasizes depth and subtlety, inviting …
Greece is set for an unseasonably warm and sunny start to the week, with temperatures rising well above seasonal norms before a marked deterioration in weather conditions around May Day, according to state broadcaster ERT. Monday is expected to be the hottest day of April so far, with highs of 25 to 26 degrees Celsius …
A free open-air event at Pangrati Grove brings together vintage culture and old house music in an immersive setting centered on nostalgia, movement and connection. Visitors can explore curated exhibitions, a vintage bazaar, vinyl selections and a book corner, while on-site bars serve refreshments. DJ sets by Alegam, Wickedbabyjones, Bellas, DeCoup, Her.s and Monorism provide …
[InTime News] French President Emmanuel Macron and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Saturday urged the European Union to extend repayment deadlines on its post-pandemic Recovery Fund and consider issuing new joint bonds to finance future investments, Politico reported. Speaking at Maximos Mansion, Macron argued that rapid repayment would be counterproductive. “We borrowed during Covid. …
A teenager has been arrested on the southern island of Crete for allegedly stealing pigs from a farm in the central Iraklio area, authorities said Saturday. The 18-year-old suspect was taken into custody Friday, a day after he is alleged to have removed the seven animals. He faces charges of animal theft, a discrete crime …
Police summoned to a central Athens apartment over a domestic dispute have stumbled upon dozens of stolen electric motorbikes and bicycles, e-scooters and electronic devices, and arrested seven suspected thieves. A police statement said the suspects, all foreign nationals aged 24-50, were taken into custody Thursday in the Aghios Panteleimon district of the capital. The …
Shipping Minister Vassilis Kikilias presented on Thursday in Parliament a package of measures to support coastal shipping, amounting to €55-57 million, aimed at containing fare prices. This is a package of measures that was decided in consultation with the coastal shipping industry before Easter, so that ticket prices remain unchanged, and is linked to the …