The decision by FIFA to rescind U.S. striker Folarin Balogun’s one-game suspension followed a rapid response from the Trump administration—and a personal call from the president.
New Democracy is set to use its parliamentary majority to block testimony from Predator developer Tal Dilian, PM Mitsotakis's nephew Grigoris Dimitriadis and ex-Foreign Ministry secretary general Yannis Smyrlis
Samaras says he has repeatedly asked the government for answers, with no response to date
He warns the sale would upset the balance of power in the Middle East
Bakogianni: Samaras Wants to Damage New Democracy
Russian Pranksters Discuss Hoax Call with PM’s Security Advisor
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New Democracy is set to use its parliamentary majority to block testimony from Predator developer Tal Dilian, PM Mitsotakis's nephew Grigoris Dimitriadis and ex-Foreign Ministry secretary general Yannis Smyrlis
Samaras says he has repeatedly asked the government for answers, with no response to date
High-profile people spend up to one million dollars on security for their weddings, with fake-out venues, airtight NDAs and underground exits. ‘We’re a SWAT team,’ said one wedding planner.
Our columnist turned to science to see what happened when she tried to slow her mind
Brazil entered its round-of-16 tilt on Sunday with the pedigree of a record five World Cup championships. But underdog Norway came with the most lethal scoring weapon in the sport.
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One of the landmark novels of 20th-century Latin American literature carries an unexpected reading guide: Praxiteles. José Balza’s portrait of 1960s Venezuela — now in an award-winning translation by Lefteris Makedonas — is steeped in ancient Greek aesthetics. Shortly before the deadly earthquake struck his homeland, the author spoke to VIMAgazino about the sculptor of antiquity, Kazantzakis and his relationship with the Greek world
Greece's August holiday rush exposes a two-speed travel market as soaring ferry fares and accommodation costs push more families toward mainland escapes.
From contemporary dance and experimental theater to new interpretations of Greek tragedy, this week's Epidaurus program explores the enduring power of performance across cultures
A pet dog died within 30 minutes after eating a pufferfish that had washed ashore on a beach in southern Crete, prompting its owner to warn other pet owners to remain vigilant.
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From contemporary dance and experimental theater to new interpretations of Greek tragedy, this week's Epidaurus program explores the enduring power of performance across cultures
The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center will host three nights of free live music from July 10 to 12, spotlighting Athens’ independent music scene under the Dome
The acclaimed drummer will perform with his quartet at the Dora Stratou Theater on July 8, showcasing the live energy and improvisation behind his Grammy-winning album
From iconic musicals to family favorites, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center is bringing free open-air movie nights back to Athens, with screenings designed to welcome audiences of all ages
Sustaining the vision of the Gennadius Library’s founder 100 years on
From the beaches of Messinia to the battlegrounds of social media, Nolan's Odyssey is sparking a reckoning over creative freedom and cultural respect
The painter speaks with TO BHMA International Edition about memory, loss, Karagiozis, the sea that turned into trauma, and art that cannot exist without lived experience
From the beaches of Messinia to the battlegrounds of social media, Nolan's Odyssey is sparking a reckoning over creative freedom and cultural respect
The painter speaks with TO BHMA International Edition about memory, loss, Karagiozis, the sea that turned into trauma, and art that cannot exist without lived experience
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Austrian Ambassador to Greece, Gerda Vogl
Lipsi earns a place among Greece’s most tranquil islands in The Times, celebrated for its turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and timeless charm.
Agia Anna Beach in Naxos ranks among the world’s 100 best beaches for 2026, highlighting the island’s exceptional natural beauty and global appeal.
The restored complex, which remained hidden for 75 years, offers visitors a rare journey through more than two millennia of history.
A centuries-old lace-making tradition crafted from agave fibers has gained official recognition as cultural heritage, highlighting efforts to preserve one of Kefalonia’s most distinctive and endangered folk crafts
Bakogianni fires back at Samaras saying political history is already written and cannot change
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis said US congressional restrictions on Turkey remain in force, while highlighting Athens' strengthened defense capabilities and strategic ties with Washington
New Democracy is set to use its parliamentary majority to block testimony from Predator developer Tal Dilian, PM Mitsotakis's nephew Grigoris Dimitriadis and ex-Foreign Ministry secretary general Yannis Smyrlis
New Democracy's strategists have concluded that sharpening the fight with Alexis Tsipras and his new Greek Left Alliance is the surest way to rally the center-right vote, even as Antonis Samaras and Maria Karystianou keep drawing off support on its flanks
The visit focuses on strengthening cooperation to curb irregular migration and expand legal migration pathways as Greece reports falling sea arrivals and higher returns
Greece unlocks the sale of tax-seized properties, allowing owners to repay debts through proceeds while helping the state recover unpaid taxes.
HelleniQ is courting a partner with offshore drilling experience while it's reworking its seismic data. According to reports a decision on the Ionian block is tied to the outcome of the Asopos-1 well in adjacent Block 2
The U.S. company is pausing plans to enter five European markets, including Greece, as it focuses on its pursuit of Delivery Hero, efood's parent company, whose €10 billion acquisition offer was rejected in May
Thessaloniki freezes new Airbnb-style rental registrations until Dec 2026 in central areas, tightening rules and imposing heavy fines for violations.
Drone footage from a researcher tracking the pack shows the wolves bringing the pup food and leading it to water. It is the second dog the same group has taken in this year, and experts say the behavior has not been documented before
Smoke from the Oreokastro wildfire pushed PM10 and PM2.5 concentrations to nearly twice their normal levels before shifting winds cleared the pollution, as Greece remained on high wildfire alert
From August 3, Greece’s old blue ID cards will no longer be valid for travel abroad, requiring citizens to use passports instead. EU rules apply now.
Residents of the Agia Eleni settlement were ordered to leave after shifting winds drove the blaze toward the village, while dozens of firefighters and aircraft battled the advancing flames
After 81 years, personal items taken from Greek prisoners in Nazi camps are being returned to their families, restoring memory and closing old wounds.
More than eight decades after the Distomo massacre, survivors’ families continue their fight for justice as Germany maintains that reparations claims are settled.
From Spanish colony, to Soviet client state, to US sanctions. The story of Cuba is the story of a small island perpetually caught between dependency and the fight for sovereignty against the ambitions of larger powers
More than eight decades after the Distomo massacre, survivors’ families continue their fight for justice as Germany maintains that reparations claims are settled.
From Spanish colony, to Soviet client state, to US sanctions. The story of Cuba is the story of a small island perpetually caught between dependency and the fight for sovereignty against the ambitions of larger powers
Now in its 22nd year and under UNESCO patronage since 2025, SYRREO returns with opera, chamber music, theater, free educational programs and anniversary events that celebrate Syros' cultural identity
From contemporary dance and experimental theater to new interpretations of Greek tragedy, this week's Epidaurus program explores the enduring power of performance across cultures
The legendary singer will take the stage in Athens on July 9 with Saving Grace and vocalist Suzi Dian for an intimate concert blending blues, folk, gospel, and psychedelic influences
From contemporary dance and experimental theater to new interpretations of Greek tragedy, this week's Epidaurus program explores the enduring power of performance across cultures
The legendary singer will take the stage in Athens on July 9 with Saving Grace and vocalist Suzi Dian for an intimate concert blending blues, folk, gospel, and psychedelic influences
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