Greek exporters are lobbying Washington to secure exemptions from US tariffs on European goods, with cautious optimism that a decision from former President Donald Trump could safeguard key products

More than 250 cases of viral gastroenteritis have been reported on Tzia since mid-August, with health authorities investigating the outbreak and urging strict hygiene measures to contain its spread

High temperatures and tourism boost sales, with the market expected to reach €300 million in 2025, driven by bulk, supermarket, and small retail channels

Rising demand for authentic flavors and the boost from tourism are driving ouzo and tsipouro sales abroad, with exports surpassing €100 million for a second consecutive year

Fresh produce, affordable prices and personal interaction keep Greece’s traditional street markets central to everyday life, though challenges remain for both shoppers and vendors

One year after new legislation allowed public hospital doctors to offer private services, interest remains low due to heavy workloads, limited free time, and high taxes

A 33-year-old motorist was fined €700 and had his license revoked after being clocked at nearly 200 km/h, under Greece’s stricter new traffic code

Czech journalists reveal the role of an Israeli entrepreneur in supplying surveillance equipment to Greece, connected to the Predator spyware scandal

From the Cyclades to Crete, housing demand on Greece’s islands has surged, with rising international interest and sharp price increases in top destinations.

Greece’s largest public sector union has called a nationwide strike on August 28, protesting a government bill on disciplinary law for civil servants. A rally is planned in central Athens as services across the public sector are expected to shut down

Jobs that required putting in the longest hours in 2024 were skilled workers in agriculture, forestry and fishing, and managers.

This summer, Greece experienced one of its worst wildfire seasons in two decades, with major damage in Chios, Preveza, Attica, and Corinth and rising alerts for high-risk regions

Citizens increasingly use the Appodixi platform to report tax evasion, smuggling, and corruption, with rewards offered for verified claims and authorities prioritizing high-risk cases

Outbound tourism from Greece grew in 2024, with higher spending and a surprising shift away from Balkan destinations toward Central and Northern Europe.

Doctors report a surge in gastroenteritis cases on Kea island, with around 80 patients daily and one fatality among visitors, prompting emergency measures and warnings for residents and tourists

Greek firms including GEK Terna, PPC, Metlen, AVAX, HELLENiQ Energy, and Motor Oil are positioning in Romania to enter Ukraine’s future reconstruction market.

Inspectors found more than 100 violations in restaurants, leisure services, and beauty and beach rental businesses across popular Greek islands, resulting in fines, temporary closures, and ongoing investigations

ELVO, Greece’s historic vehicle and military equipment manufacturer, remains largely inactive with minimal revenue since privatization. Israeli SK Group owner Samy Katsav now pledges new investment and European expansion plans, aiming to revive the struggling company

Court rejects the mayor’s complaint, citing the need to safeguard the ancient Portara monument until permanent fencing is installed.

The US State Department’s annual human rights report highlights improvements in media freedom in Greece in 2024, while noting ongoing concerns over pressure on journalists and isolated cases of harassment