Greece’s unemployment rate fell to 8% in June, down from 9.2% a year earlier, marking its lowest level in decades after a decline of more than 20 percentage points from the peak of the crisis. However, unemployment edged up from 7.8% in May, suggesting the long-running downward trend may be stabilizing. Source link
A major wildfire that spread from Porto Germeno is tearing through virgin pine forest on the slopes of Mount Kithaironas, advancing rapidly toward residential areas under extreme weather conditions. Flames have effectively encircled the settlement of Agia Paraskevi and are approaching the villages of Agios Nektarios and Kryo Pigadi. Authorities describe the situation as critical, …
The implementation of the Digital Labor Card in tourism and catering has significantly changed the image of the market. Source link
SANTORINI, Greece — A sudden clifftop landslide has forced the immediate closure of Santorini’s historic Karavolades Stairs The Municipal Port Fund of Thera enacted the emergency shutdown following a rockfall and the partial collapse of a private retaining wall [ekathimerini.com]. Authorities have banned all foot traffic and donkey transit due to active safety hazards FLASH …
The visit by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to Ankara, the first by a Lebanese head of state in 17 years, and his meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are seen mainly as part of Turkish efforts to, at a minimum, ensure Lebanon’s continuing neutral stance in the conflict between Israel and Turkey. Source link
The High Court has refused to surrender Jeremiah O’Brien (56) to Greek authorities, where he faces human trafficking charges, after his lawyers successfully objected on the grounds of prison conditions in Greece. O’Brien, of Yellow Brick House, Roche’s Road, Rathkeale, Limerick, is alleged to have acted jointly with two others on 22 November 2017 to …
Wildfires continued to rage out of control in Viotia and western Attica on Saturday, destroying homes, forcing evacuations and leaving residents describing scenes of widespread devastation as strong winds hampered firefighting efforts. Source link
Dreaming of a destination wedding in Greece? Whether you’re celebrating in the historic capital of Athens or setting sail for the idyllic Greek Islands, this European destination offers endless holiday wedding appeal. While planning a wedding overseas can seem daunting at first, it can be a magical experience. This guide will help you navigate the …
A Greek flag flies at the site where two firefighters were killed while battling a wildfire in Krya Vrysi, Rethymno, on the island of Crete, Saturday. Source link
A strong rekindling of the fire is currently underway in the settlement of Livadostra in Boeotia, according to the president of the Lefktra community, Charalampos Karabaris. Speaking to ERT, he said the fire is approaching houses dangerously and is only 15–20 metres from the first house. One sheepfold has already been completely destroyed, while a …