Haris Doukas and Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni exchanged sharp criticism over how to handle tourism pressure in Athens, with the Plaka district at the center of the dispute

Haris Doukas warns that soaring rents, strained infrastructure and unchecked tourism growth are reshaping Athens, as he calls for limits to protect residents and historic neighborhoods

Speaking at the Delphi Economic Forum, Athens Mayor Haris Doukas said cities are moving up to five times faster than national governments in climate action, urging direct funding and stronger cooperation to accelerate Europe’s green transition.

Prince Albert II of Monaco is visiting Athens in light of his participation in the upcoming Delphi Economic Forum and as part of the anniversary celebrations of the opening of the Embassy of Monaco in Greece

A long-delayed Athens project nears completion, reconnecting key neighborhoods with a redesigned low-traffic road set to open within days.

According to the municipality, the initiative will continue throughout Holy Week, with more than 1,000 children expected to receive gifts.

At the Eurocities meeting, Athens presented its innovative approach to tackling energy poverty.

Through the Novoville app, residents in Athens and other Greek cities can report everyday urban problems—such as cars blocking disabled ramps—with a few taps, helping municipalities respond faster without in-person complaints.

As Greece’s center-left heads toward a pivotal party congress, internal disputes over strategy, leadership and post-election alliances risk defining PASOK more than its response to voters’ everyday concerns

Its objective is to support beneficiaries in entering or re-entering the workforce through a comprehensive framework that combines career counseling, skills development, and direct links with employers.

A new bill would divert millions in traffic fine revenues from municipalities to police and military welfare funds, sparking backlash from local officials who accuse the central government of undermining local autonomy

A new legal and political clash has erupted over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with Mayor Haris Doukas filling a lawsuit over the government’s decision to outsource cleaning of the monument, questioning both the legality and constitutionality of the move

A ministry announcement came hours after DM Nikos Dendias met with Athens Mayor Haris Doukas, whose statement of “responsibility for the monument (now) belongs exclusively to the government” indicated an unwillingness to assume cleaning chores at the site

The survey aimed to capture, in a single moment, the complex and shifting reality of life on the streets.

In 2019, de Blasio launched The Journey Home, a pioneering six-point action plan aimed at tackling long-term homelessness.

Athens Mayor Haris Doukas Rejected Israeli Ambassador Noam Katz's Criticism

None of the buildings slated for demolition have been classified as protected by the Ministry of Culture.

Launched by Oceans 2050, the Blue Cities Alliance seeks to accelerate the transformation of coastal cities into more sustainable and prosperous urban models.

The worker was not injured but was taken to the hospital as a precaution.

This year, the Goudi Sports Center will also reopen its doors for the Special Needs Program during the first session.