Strong winds in the central Aegean have led to a sailing ban from major ports near Athens on Saturday, disrupting ferry services to popular island destinations, with normal operations expected to resume on Sunday

One-fifth will not face fines, however, as owners registered the vehicles as inactive

Jobless rate declines year over year and month to month, with employment rising and fewer people outside the labor force, official data show

The cleanup ends decades of so-called “forever students” in public universities, as the government says the move modernizes higher education while preserving flexibility for working students and those facing health or family challenges

Surgeons welcomed the new year in the operating room as organs from a 44-year-old donor were transplanted into patients, marking the first transplant procedures of 2026 and following a record-breaking year for organ donation in Greece

Starting January 1, 2026, Greece introduces a stricter disciplinary framework for public sector workers, including fines, evaluations, and possible dismissals, aiming to ensure accountability, transparency, and faster resolution of cases

Greece faces a spike in the highly contagious Flu K, a mutated influenza A strain, with health authorities urging vaccination, masks for vulnerable groups, and early medical consultation to prevent severe illness

A new energy landscape in 2026 – the HERON–NRG deal, AKTOR’s entry, and major investments by PPC, MOH, DEPA, and HELLENiQ ENERGY

Green light for the 80 MW Olive Data Center in Spata. The growth of data centers, energy and water demands, and reactions from local communities

As of January 1, 2026, the speed limit within Greek cities has been reduced to 30 km/h

Stricter alcohol limits and tougher penalties under Greece’s updated road traffic code appear to be changing driver behavior, with holiday alcohol checks recording strikingly low violation rates

Temperatures are rising across Greece after days of frost, with rain, strong winds and milder conditions forecast through the weekend and into the Epiphany holiday

Greece’s annual winter sales return in mid-January, running until late February. Read our expert tips for smart and safe shopping

Reduced risk, strong growth and still-attractive valuations are keeping Greece firmly on investors’ radar, with 2026 shaping up as another pivotal year for mergers and acquisitions despite persistent exit challenges

From offshore gas exploration to long-term U.S. LNG deals, 2026 marks a turning point as Greece begins to see results from major energy agreements signed over the past two years

97% of Greek citizens stated that corruption is very widespread in the country—a higher percentage than in other EU member states

From prehistoric treasures and modern icons to bold contemporary commissions, Greece’s leading museums and institutions unveil a season of landmark exhibitions that connect ancient history with contemporary art

A healthy baby boy born just after midnight in Heraklion marked Greece’s first birth of the new year

Strong growth forecasts for 2026 hinge on investment delivery, inflation control and the final stretch of EU recovery funds, raising concerns over whether ambitious targets can translate into lasting gains for incomes and productivity

The annual countdown and New Year’s celebration in Athens was joined by similar events at the port of Piraeus and at the Pedion tou Areos park in central Athens