All’s well, apparently | eKathimerini.com

All’s well, apparently | eKathimerini.com

[Nikos Halkiopoulos/Intime News] In a weird way, Thursday’s parliamentary debate “on the state of the rule of law, the institutions and the functioning of the Parliament in Greece,” exuded something comforting: Even if everything around us is falling apart, we don’t feel the need to change. Kyriakos Mitsotakis defended his government’s achievements, expressed anger at …

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Arrests fail to deter phone scam rings

Arrests fail to deter phone scam rings

Police say phone fraud rings continue to operate using familiar tactics, despite repeated arrests and prosecutions, with suspects often returning to crime after release. Authorities describe a pattern in which offenders pose as accountants or power utility technicians, warning victims of supposed fines or electrical faults to gain trust and extract money and valuables. In …

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Body of Athens teenager found in Corinth Canal

Body of Athens teenager found in Corinth Canal

The body of a young woman was found floating Friday morning in the waters of the Corinth Canal, authorities said. According to initial information, the victim is a 17-year-old resident of Athens district Psychiko, whose disappearance had been reported Thursday night at the local police station.  Search efforts were launched after her mobile phone signal …

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PM aide Mylonakis stable in ICU after collapse

PM aide Mylonakis stable in ICU after collapse

[InTime News] Deputy Minister to the Prime Minister Giorgos Mylonakis, 52, remains intubated but in stable condition after being admitted to the intensive care unit at Athens’ Evangelismos hospital on Wednesday, according to an update issued Friday morning. Mylonakis, a close aide to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, was rushed to hospital after collapsing during a …

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Thessaloniki property prices rise sharply on demand, infrastructure boost

Thessaloniki property prices rise sharply on demand, infrastructure boost

Housing prices in Thessaloniki continue to climb, with annual increases exceeding 10% in recent years, according to a survey by Engel & Volkers Greece, driven by major infrastructure projects, strong foreign demand and an upgraded housing stock. The gradual rollout of the city’s metro has significantly boosted property values, particularly in the historic center and …

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PM defends record on rule of law

PM defends record on rule of law

[Ismini Vlassopoulou/Intime News] Parliament was marked by heightened tensions on Thursday during a debate in which Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis adopted a confrontational tone, pushing back against opposition accusations over the rule of law while outlining a broader institutional agenda. Mitsotakis structured his response on two fronts, citing international assessments and accusing political opponents of …

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Tsitsipas’ Munich switch backfires, rankings slide continues

Tsitsipas’ Munich switch backfires, rankings slide continues

Stefanos Tsitsipas walked off the court in Munich on Wednesday after another first-round defeat that highlighted how far the former world number three has drifted from the sport’s elite amid injury ​problems and inconsistent form. Resuming at 2-2 in the deciding set against Fabian Marozsan after ‌play was suspended on Tuesday due to darkness, the …

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Kefalonia hospital denies delay in teen’s death

Kefalonia hospital denies delay in teen’s death

Photo of the victim from Greek public broadcaster ERT. The general hospital on the island of Kefalonia has denied allegations of delayed emergency response in the April 14 death of a 19-year-old woman, dismissing the claims as “false and defamatory.” In a statement, the hospital administration insisted doctors and nurses “performed their duties impeccably,” condemning …

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Greece launches €8 mln compensation scheme for Lesvos dairy businesses

Greece launches €8 mln compensation scheme for Lesvos dairy businesses

[Shutterstock] Greece has launched an €8 million emergency compensation program targeting businesses on the island of Lesvos that purchased milk between March 15 and April 5. Under the scheme, companies will be reimbursed based on the value of milk purchase invoices, capped at one-twelfth of their 2025 annual turnover. Businesses must submit applications within 15 …

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Mapping of exploration target in Ionian Block 2

Mapping of exploration target in Ionian Block 2

Energean has unveiled the detailed structural mapping of the Asopos exploration target, located in Block 2 west of Corfu, following the signing of a contract for the lease of a floating drilling rig from Stena Drilling, which will be deployed in the area. The structural assessment is based on 3D seismic surveys conducted in 2022 …

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