A sweeping reform reshapes the operation of Greece’s traditional street markets, introducing new governance rules, licensing changes, and flexible arrangements aimed at resolving long-standing structural issues in the sector

New rules give tax authorities a central role in enforcing military penalties, with sanctions ranging from passport restrictions to travel bans for draft evaders and deserters

In Greece, as in most European countries and the United States, Mother’s Day is a movable feast, observed on the second Sunday of May.

The island's tourism growth extended beyond aviation, with the island also asserting itself as a dominant player in cruise tourism.

Athens is forecast to remain sunny with highs of up to 26 degrees, while Thessaloniki can expect some cloud cover and isolated showers in mountainous areas.

The rate of return on foreign direct investment exceeded 6% in 2023, broadly in line with returns recorded in the UK, Germany, and France.

The airport operator insisted that the Ryanair decision reflects the low-cost airline’s commercial strategy, as the latter moves to cut capacity and routes across Greece, citing rising costs

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew raised concerns regarding the condition of Christians in the Middle East, Orthodox unity and progress for reopening the Halki School of Theology

A Bavarian community shaped by an American military presence dating back to the end of World War Two fears economic fallout and cultural change as Washington prepares to pull thousands of troops from Germany

Sunshine, warmer-than-normal temperatures and fading African dust will dominate the coming days, with parts of Greece expected to see highs of up to 32°C early next week.

From the noise bath at Nea Smyrni to the Big Four thrash metal summit at Sonisphere in Malakasa, every Metallica show in Greece became a historic event

Environmental groups warn of rising wildlife collisions as bears emerge from hibernation and move closer to populated areas in search of food

Fuel, transport and food costs drove a sharp monthly spike, with diesel prices up 32.4% year-on-year and no relief expected in the months ahead.

With inflationary pressures returning amid rising fuel prices, the government is preparing targeted relief measures funded by a €200 million reserve. The plan aims to cushion households from higher energy and transport costs while preserving fiscal stability

From mandatory helmets to insurance requirements, Greece is drawing up new rules after a series of accidents culminating in the death of a 13-year-old boy who was struck by a car while riding his e-scooter.

A 54-year-old man accused of killing a 20-year-old in Crete and his wife, who faces complicity charges, were ordered into pre-trial detention following emotional court testimonies and scenes of grief at the victim’s funeral

Special forces and air units from Greece and France carried out coordinated exercises and demonstrations across key military sites, highlighting deepening defense cooperation and strategic alignment between the two countries

A court date has been scheduled for a 2024 attempted murder case in Crete, coinciding with the funeral of the victim in a later related case, highlighting a tragic and complex legal timeline

The Greek Foreign Minister told Parliament that the country acted in line with international maritime law and carried out a humanitarian evacuation during a multinational maritime incident involving detained civilians