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Friday
06
Feb 2026
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Greece

Severe weather claims life in Komotini – Floods and disruptions persist across Greece

He ignored the warnings and the traffic cones and was swept away with his car - Closed schools in Pyrgos, flooded roads in Samothrace, Trifilia and Ilia

Politics

Anna Stratinaki resigns as Deputy Head of the Independent Market Authority due to her husband’s involvement in the Panagopoulos case

The ERT journalist whose bank accounts were frozen has also been placed on suspension, as his name is implicated in the embezzlement case involving millions of euros, in which the president of the GSEE is also accused

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World

Major explosion at a Mosque in Islamabad during Friday prayers: At least 15 dead, dozens injured

Fears are being expressed of an even higher number of victims, as there were many people inside and around the mosque

Lifestyle

Gwyneth Paltrow to Gala: ‘When you have a dream, there is no Plan B

The Hollywood icon stepped away at the height of her career and built an empire. With "Marty Supreme," now in theaters, she returns to her...

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What goes on behind closed doors

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The Chios drama, Kostas, Dora & the 1st of Athens, De Gress & Karystianou, N.V.’s deal, Vakakis talks about feelings and sex, the Authority for Money Laundering investigates the president of GSEE

Wall Street’s view on the Greeks’ coordinated turn to tankers & the new faces

Greece

Cervical cancer: Australia’s remarkable progress toward eliminating the disease

How Australia’s HPV vaccination and screening program is setting a global example

What we expect from the meeting between Mitsotakis and Erdogan in Ankara: The objectives and the persons who will accompany the Prime Minister

According to government officials, the aim of the Mitsotakis-Erdogan one-on-one meeting is to maintain open channels of communication and establish...

PASOK expands influence after Panagopoulos scandal: Farantouris joins Tsoukalas at key event

The possibility of inviting the now independent MEP to the...

Mitsotakis-Erdogan meeting set for February 11 in Ankara

The only difference is the continental shelf, said government spokesman...

> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

1
Economy

Historic opportunity for Greek agri-food products from the EU–India agreement – Tariffs on olive oil reduced to zero

2
Economy

Natural disasters: When early prevention offers protection

3
Economy

Greek antiquities held by the company of Robin Symes are being repatriated

4
Economy

Imia Crisis 30 Years On: What brought down the helicopter? What really happened after the “no ships – no troops – no flags” decision? (video)

5
Economy

Plevris: No legalization process for undocumented migrants – The State has already provided all possible options

6
Economy

Violanda factory tragedy: Who was responsible for inspections, permits, labour, and arbitrariness

1
Economy

Historic opportunity for Greek agri-food products from the EU–India agreement – Tariffs on olive oil reduced to zero

2
Economy

Natural disasters: When early prevention offers protection

3
Economy

Greek antiquities held by the company of Robin Symes are being repatriated

4
Economy

Imia Crisis 30 Years On: What brought down the helicopter? What really happened after the “no ships – no troops – no flags” decision? (video)

5
Economy

Plevris: No legalization process for undocumented migrants – The State has already provided all possible options

6
Economy

Violanda factory tragedy: Who was responsible for inspections, permits, labour, and arbitrariness

Athens After Dark: Inside 30 Great Cocktail Bars

Bar-hopping made easy in a city of exceptional cocktails, all-night energy, striking design, and unforgettable experiences

Athens, with Kids: 33 Activities They’ll Actually Love

From hands‑on museums and inventive playgrounds to forest escapes and starlit domes, a carefully curated guide to Athens for families

The Best Greek Islands for Foodies

Islands where local ingredients, tradition, and craft shape every meal

A New Burger Capital? These 21 Athens Spots Make the Case

A guide to the burgers, kitchens, and flavors shaping Athens right now

Farm Life, Elevated: 21 Agritourism Retreats Across Greece

From olive groves and mountain vineyards to island farms, these guesthouses invite you to experience a slower, more grounded Greece

Laptop, Coffee, Designer Bites: The 30 Most Work-Friendly Cafés in Athens

Where the grind meets grace: a tight edit of central places for anyone who knows how to work the room

Athens’ 30 Best Vintage Stores: The Best Gift You Can Buy Yourself

From couture classics to boho one‑offs and conscious secondhand, Athens’ best addresses deliver character, craft, and seriously wearable finds

The 30 Best Street‑Food Stops in Athens, Bite by Bite

A local guide to the city’s most irresistible handheld bites, from pizza and souvlaki to banh mi and noodles

The Best Greek Islands for Thrill Seekers

Islands that ask something of the traveler and reward effort and curiosity

The 29 Best Restaurants Defining Thessaloniki’s Food Scene in 2026

Here’s what you’re about to discover: Culinary rock stars, humble, historic kitchens, and modern restaurants that will startle your senses

The Hellenic Initiative UK hosts inaugural new leaders vasilopita cutting in London – February 10th, 6–9pm

“Devote Yourself to Scripture”: Weekly Bible study at St. Nicholas continues this Wednesday

Clergy-led discussion on February 4 with readings from Psalms, Proverbs, Peter, and Mark, offered in...

AHIF and Queens College release special journal of Modern Hellenism Issue on genocide

Dedicated to the memory of scholar and researcher George Mavropoulos

The 12th International Summer University on Greek language, culture & media in Sydney

The "heart" of the Greek language beats in Australia - Organized from 6 to 11...

Hellenic Heritage: The new digital hub connecting visitors with 350 archaeological sites and museums

From the Venizelos mansion to the Kokovikos House: Stories and legends of Athens’ 10 oldest mansions

From Ottoman grandeur to modern legacy: How Athens’ oldest mansions survived wars, scandals, and time

Research reveals that the inhabitants of Messa Mani constitute a unique genetic “island” in Europe

The area south of Areopoli, with its rugged mountains, stunning coastlines, and famous stone towers,...

Jean-Michel Jarre: The legendary electronic music artist is coming to Athens for a concert

Where and when it will take place, and when ticket pre-sales begin

“Clelia, you have breast cancer. Come back to Athens” – A moving personal testimony

Clelia Yarimoglou, editor at ygeiamou, shares her own personal testimony about her battle with breast...

Emma Stone explains why she doesn’t have Instagram: “I am protective of my mental health”

In an interview, actress, Emma Stone explains why she's off Instagram

Grammy 2026: The big winners of the music night, Kendrick Lamar’s record, and surprises

The artists who stood out at the 68th Grammy Awards ceremony

Hellenic Revenue & post office scams: How fraudsters exploit forgotten tickets via SMS—Spot the red flags & protect yourself

Orestiada: High alert as Ardas and Evros rivers swell with rising water levels

The municipality of Orestiada calls on farmers and farmers to be on alert - Recommendations to citizens

Ships docked in Piraeus due to a strike; Rafina routes are operating normally

All affected ferry routes Ships remain docked at the port of Piraeus from the morning...

Didymoteicho: Suitable water in 7 settlements, unsuitable in 4; bottled water distribution continues

In the remaining villages the water remains unfit for use

Major explosion at a Mosque in Islamabad during Friday prayers: At least 15 dead, dozens injured

Fears are being expressed of an even higher number of victims, as there were many people inside and around the...

13.5% of prisoners in Japan are over 65, turning prisons into nursing homes

In one of the countries with the highest life expectancy...

Cuba to the US: Yes to dialogue, but we will not discuss regime change

Donald Trump has stated that Cuba could avoid a full...

EU, Japan, and the US to sign memorandum on critical minerals next month, aiming to reduce dependence on China

"We are ready to cooperate with any country to identify...

EnEarth welcomes the European Commission’s positive Opinion on the CO2 Storage Permit in Prinos

Wales: Volunteers wanted to live on a remote island for 3 months counting Puffins

Free accommodation, travel expenses, and a small stipend are offered as part of wildlife protection programs

The planet is entering an era of “global water bankruptcy,” according to the UN

Humanity is consuming more water than it can replenish, according to a new report – Nearly 75% of the world’s...

Rains and snow fill Lake Yliki with water (video)

The recent wave of severe weather resulted in a large volume of water making its way toward the lake

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Financial programmes for SMEs: Support and advisory guidance from the National Bank of Greece

Favourable guaranteed financing through the new programmes from the TEPF III Guarantee Fund

ECB: Interest rates left unchanged for a fifth consecutive meeting – What the Governing Council’s decision says

The European Central Bank has kept interest rates unchanged for a fifth consecutive meeting, maintaining...

Government Bill ends state claims on private property, including those based on Ottoman-era decrees

The reform halts decades-long lawsuits over homes and land with registered titles, restoring legal certainty...

A tour of Athens’ pastry shops for Valentine’s Day

A tour of Athens’ pastry shops for Valentine’s Day

Tangerines and their health benefits

Tangerines and their health benefits

How one white wine became a global phenomenon

How one white wine became a global phenomenon

Chia seeds and quinoa vs. rice and pasta: Which are the healthier choices

Chia seeds and quinoa vs. rice and pasta: Which are the healthier choices

Vasilis Markou: Strategy and outreach for Attica Vineyard

Vasilis Markou: Strategy and outreach for Attica Vineyard

Thirio: Thomas Matsas’ new restaurant

Thirio: Thomas Matsas’ new restaurant

>Photo of the day

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