The sunny weather will continue into Thursday, with temperatures remaining at 22°C and winds easing to 6 Beaufort
The government has given fast-track approval to strategic projects in Evia, the Peloponnese, and Western Greece.
Multinational investment bank Citigroup forecasts the rating of Greece will be raised by a notch within the next nine months from the top two credit rating agencies, S&P and Moody’s, which control 80% of the market. This would mean that S&P would assess Greece one level above “investment grade,” while Moody’s—currently the only one of […]
Recorded incidents of domestic violence in Greece increased by 86% last year compared to 2023, attributed to deep-seated patriarchal values, financial struggles, and social inequalities, yet also greater public awareness and improved police documentation.
New rules aim to regulate the communication of promotions and discounts at Greece's supermarkets and by the broader retail sector.
Vassilios Papageorgiou steps down to ‘facilitate justice’ in Tempi train crash case. Deputy Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Minister Christos Triandopoulos also resigned on Tuesday.
TO BHMA International Edition talks with Canada’s current Ambassador to Greece, Anna-Karine Asselin
The direct impact is expected to be small, but the potential indirect impact is more uncertain.
Stay prepared for shifting conditions, and enjoy the sunshine if you’re in northern Greece!
Continuing our journey into the intricate world of diplomacy, ΤΟ ΒΗΜΑ International Edition is releasing its second installment of “The Ambassadors Series”. In this episode, we leave Europe and “travel” to the American continent to sit down with Canada’s Ambassador to Greece, Anna-Karine Asselin. See what she has to say about the unexpectedly tumultuous U.S.-Canada […]
Inflation in Greece saw a slight decline in February, settling at 3%, down from 3.1% in January, according to data from the European Union’s statistical authority, EUROSTAT. In the eurozone, inflation stood at 2.4% in February, compared to 2.5% the previous month. Examining the main components of inflation in the eurozone, services recorded the highest […]
First day of Great Lent on the Orthodox calendar - Clean Monday - is celebrated with family gatherings and picnics, with Lenten dishes comprised of seafood, legumes and unleavened bread
Friday marked a history day in Greece, as the people spoke through unprecedented assemblies, honoring the victims of the tragic Tempi rail disaster and demanding justice
Inflation in Greece will settle at 2.5% in 2025, and stand slightly over 2% in 2026, according to a projection by the Bank of Greece (BoG). The report estimates the cost of living will record an uptick to 2.5% in 2027. As per the BoG report, inflation in Greece measured by the Harmonized Index of Consumer […]
The Nordic countries (Norway, Iceland, Sweden, Finland and Denmark) continue to dominate the Democracy Index rankings, taking five of the top seven spots
Temperatures are expected to stay at the same level, with highs reaching 15-17°C across most of the country and up to 18°C in the southern mainland.
According to data from the Bank of Greece (BoG), private sector deposits recorded a notable drop of €4.787 billion in January. This follows an increase of €5.592 billion in December. Business deposits fell by €3.785 billion in January, surpassing the €3.099 billion increase recorded in December. Household deposits also declined by €1 billion, following a […]
Episode two of “Explaining Greece” travels through two decades of media coverage, exploring how Greece’s story has been told—and what’s been left out.
Perishable agricultural goods and food items that may become unsuitable for sale within 30 days of harvest, production, or processing are exempt from these regulations.