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Mitsotakis Discusses Fiscal Discipline and Crisis Response
Politicsprotothema-en13h ago

Mitsotakis Discusses Fiscal Discipline and Crisis Response

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that the country's recent fiscal discipline provides room for intervention depending on the crisis's development and the economy's resilience. He emphasized acting accordingly once a clearer picture of the crisis emerges.

Σεισμός τώρα 4,5 Ρίχτερ στην Κρήτη
World1d ago

Σεισμός τώρα 4,5 Ρίχτερ στην Κρήτη

Σεισμός μεγέθους 4,5 βαθμών της κλίμακας Ρίχτερ σημειώθηκε σε υποθαλάσσιο χώρο νοτιοδυτικά της Κρήτης, σύμφωνα με εκτίμηση του Γεωδυναμικού Ινστιτούτου του Εθνικού Αστεροσκοπείου Αθηνών. Σεισμός τώρα…

Oscars 2026: Who Will Win Vs. Who Should Win
CultureNYTThe GuardianBusiness Insider+4hollywood-reporteriefimeridarte-newsthe-journal1d ago7 sources

Oscars 2026: Who Will Win Vs. Who Should Win

THR’s awards expert Scott Feinberg and chief film critic David Rooney `weigh in ahead of the 98th Annual Academy Awards.

Cuba to Release Dozens of Prisoners After Pope Leo Talks
PoliticsThe Independentobservadornewsbeast+2dhaka-tribuneprotothema-en2d ago5 sources

Cuba to Release Dozens of Prisoners After Pope Leo Talks

Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the release of dozens of prisoners, including 51 who had served a significant portion of their sentences, following talks between Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez and Pope Leo in the Vatican. This move comes amidst intense U.S. pressure on the country.

Greece at the top of global yachting in 2025
Sportnaftemporiki2d ago

Greece at the top of global yachting in 2025

Greece was at the top of global yachting in 2025. Riginos Yachts, a company with many years of activity in the sector, presented the official market data for 2025, highlighting… Greece at the top of…

AEGEAN announces 147.8 mln euro net profit, up 14%
Businessnaftemporiki2d ago

AEGEAN announces 147.8 mln euro net profit, up 14%

Aegean recorded an increase in passengers, revenue and profitability in 2025, according to the financial and operating results announced by the company. AEGEAN announces 147.8 mln euro net profit, up 14% - Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ

Fasting recipes for Lent
Culturecyprus-mail3d ago

Fasting recipes for Lent

Greek KoulourakiaThese soft koulourakia are made with light olive oil (not butter or eggs) sugar, cinnamon, cloves, orange juice, grated orange zest and ouzo.

Greece to Upgrade Firefighting Aircraft Fleet with Canadair CL-415 Modernization
Environmentiefimeridanaftemporikiekathimerini3d ago3 sources

Greece to Upgrade Firefighting Aircraft Fleet with Canadair CL-415 Modernization

Greece has finalized a €43 million contract to modernize seven Canadair CL-415 firefighting aircraft, a critical move to bolster the nation's defenses against increasingly destructive wildfire seasons, with the deal overseen by the Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection. The firefighting aircraft fleet is set to receive a key upgrade to enhance its capabilities.

Athens Alitheia Forum Addresses Fake News and Toxic Discourse
PoliticsBBCThe Independentiefimerida+1newsbeast4d ago4 sources

Athens Alitheia Forum Addresses Fake News and Toxic Discourse

The Athens Alitheia Forum, organized by the General Secretariat for Communication and Information, has focused on the critical issues of fake news, misinformation, and the quality of public discourse, with interventions from politicians and journalists, emphasizing the defense of objective truth as…

Aktor and Onex Form Strategic Alliance for Elefsina Port Tender
Businessiefimeridanaftemporiki4d ago2 sources

Aktor and Onex Form Strategic Alliance for Elefsina Port Tender

The AKTOR Group and ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group have signed an exclusive strategic cooperation agreement to jointly participate in the upcoming tender for the concession of the commercial exploitation of the Port of Elefsina, solidifying their strategic alliance for the bid.

Caroline myss in Athens for a two-day workshop
Cultureprotothema-en2d ago

Caroline myss in Athens for a two-day workshop

On April 25 and 26, she will hold a two-day workshop in Athens titled “The Sacred Inner Network: Reconnecting with the Invisible Laws of Life.” The post Caroline myss in Athens for a two-day workshop…

Greece–Chevron hydrocarbon contracts in Parliament – PASOK votes against exploration south of Crete
Politicsprotothema-en2d ago

Greece–Chevron hydrocarbon contracts in Parliament – PASOK votes against exploration south of Crete

The bill is being discussed in Parliament using the procedure followed for ratifying contracts. Energy and Environment Minister Stavros Papastavrou said: “Our country has been transformed into a central gateway for American liquefied natural gas, and now we aim to become a producer of natural gas” The post Greece–Chevron hydrocarbon contracts in Parliament – PASOK votes against exploration south of Crete appeared first on ProtoThema English.

‘No cars, unspoilt beaches and seabirds rule’: readers’ favourite European island escapes
CultureThe Guardian2d ago

‘No cars, unspoilt beaches and seabirds rule’: readers’ favourite European island escapes

From the rugged north of Scotland to the glittering Aegean, our tipsters recommend islands for slowing down, lazing around and taking in nature • Tell us about a spring activity or day out – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher A short ferry ride from Vigo (daily and overnight visitor numbers are capped) took us to the tiny archipelago of the Cíes Islands, a protected cluster of islands where seabirds rule and tiny beaches remain unspoilt. There are no cars on the island and only a few sm...

Greek banks draw strong investor interest entering 2026
Businesscyprus-mail2d ago

Greek banks draw strong investor interest entering 2026

International banks signalled strong confidence in the Greek banking sector’s outlook for 2026, highlighting resilient credit expansion, solid asset quality and growing investor demand. This follows meetings with major lenders including Eurobank, Alpha Bank, National Bank of Greece, Piraeus Bank and the Bank of Cyprus. According to Greek business outlet Newmoney, the above assessment was […]

Forbes List Reveals 21 Greek Billionaires
Businesstagesschaule-figarotvn24+7forbescyprus-maildh-les-sportsiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeastprotothema-en3d ago10 sources

Forbes List Reveals 21 Greek Billionaires

The latest Forbes list of the world's wealthiest individuals includes 21 to 24 Greek billionaires, with one Greek national ranking 94th globally, highlighting the significant presence of Greek shipping magnates.

Businessekathimerini3d ago

Greece Extends Price Caps Until June

Greece has announced that price caps on various goods and services will remain in force until at least June, as part of ongoing efforts to manage inflation and cost of living.

American Hellenic Institute Publishes 2025 Annual Report
Worldprotothema-en3d ago

American Hellenic Institute Publishes 2025 Annual Report

The American Hellenic Institute has released its 2025 Annual Report, detailing its advocacy efforts in Washington, initiatives for Eastern Mediterranean security, and work to strengthen U.S. ties with Greece and Cyprus.

Greek Market Reacts to Re-Imposition of Profit Margin Caps
Businessnaftemporiki3d ago

Greek Market Reacts to Re-Imposition of Profit Margin Caps

The Greek market for basic consumer products is reportedly reacting stoically to the re-imposition of profit margin caps, with industry executives calling it a 'political measure' and emphasizing that prices are determined by raw materials.

Greece Considers Burqa Ban to Protect Minors
Politicsprotothema-en3d ago

Greece Considers Burqa Ban to Protect Minors

Greece is exploring two scenarios for a burqa ban, with the Migration Minister and Deputy Minister Sevi Voloudaki conducting research, prompted by concerns for minors in accommodation facilities and examining practices in other European countries.

Greek Government Seeks Political Gains from Middle East Tensions
PoliticsFTThe IndependentYahoo+6indian-expressdanasiefimeridajerusalem-postnewsbeastukrinform3d ago9 sources

Greek Government Seeks Political Gains from Middle East Tensions

As the conflict in the Middle East between the US-Israel and Iran enters its third day of the second week, the Greek government and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis are assessing the political benefits they can derive from the ongoing tensions.

Greek Government Measures and Political Developments
Politicsprotothema-en4d ago

Greek Government Measures and Political Developments

Today's Greek news highlights government measures, a political 'hodgepodge' involving PASOK's Pelegrino, the deflation of 'Maria's balloon,' and a crucial call from Aegean, alongside a red alert for Coastal Shipping and a shift in the energy mix.

Tsoukalas: The government does not want to touch the refineries
Politicsiefimerida1d ago

Tsoukalas: The government does not want to touch the refineries

Main opposition PASOK-Movement for Change spokesperson KostasTsoukalas spoke of government inaction regarding major interests in an interview with OPEN TV on Saturday. "Everyone knows that the start of the fuel chain is the refineries. That’s where price increases are passed on. The government, clearly, does not want to touch the refineries. It makes no sense to set profit margins only for gas stations and wholesale distributors without addressing where the process begins. Unless they regula...

Data Centers: Investment interest up to 2.2 GW
Technologynaftemporiki2d ago

Data Centers: Investment interest up to 2.2 GW

Significant investment interest in the development of Data Center infrastructure is being recorded in Greece, at a time when global demand for computing power is increasing due to Artificial Intelligence.… Data Centers: Investment interest up to 2.2 GW - Η ΝΑΥΤΕΜΠΟΡΙΚΗ

Eagles stars set for Europa League showdowns
SportThe GuardianThe Independentiefimerida+3newsbeastpunch-nghungary-today2d ago6 sources

Eagles stars set for Europa League showdowns

Four Super Eagles players are set for crucial UEFA Europa League clashes, including Ola Aina, Terem Moffi, Zaidu Sanusi, and Cyriel Dessers. See the matchu Read More: https://punchng.com/eagles-stars-set-for-europa-league-showdowns/

Thessaloniki Hooliganism: 20-Year-Old Killed After Chase and Stabbing
Worldprotothema-en2d ago

Thessaloniki Hooliganism: 20-Year-Old Killed After Chase and Stabbing

A 20-year-old man was killed in Thessaloniki after being chased and stabbed in the back. Authorities are investigating motives related to football hooliganism, and reports suggest the victim was also part of a group that arranged fake meetings with people, pretending to meet underage girls, then attacked them.

Businessekathimerini3d ago

Probe Targets Greek Power Network Staff

An investigation has been launched in Greece targeting staff within the country's power network, though specific details of the probe were not immediately available.

DEPA Commercial Imports New LNG Cargo from US to Revithoussa
Businessnaftemporikinewsbeastprotothema-en3d ago3 sources

DEPA Commercial Imports New LNG Cargo from US to Revithoussa

DEPA Commercial has imported a new cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the Sabine Pass terminal in the USA to the Revithoussa LNG terminal, with part of the cargo delivered to Atlantic SEE LNG Trade and the remainder for the domestic market.