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A Possible Grexit Would Signal Merkel's Biggest Defeat

The explicit affirmation of German Chancellor Angela Merkel from London that no question of changing Berlin’s policy towards Greece gives an end to the speculation regarding the risk of a Grexit, which was fueled by recent reports in the German...

Election Candidates Switch Parties to Save Their Skin, Not Greece

The January 25 elections are considered the most important in modern Greek history. Then again, a look back in previous elections will show that Press and candidates say the same about every election since the return of democracy in Greece...

Moody's: Political Uncertainty Negative for Greek Banks

Moody's ratings agency estimates that the January 25 snap elections in Greece, which create political uncertainty, will have a negative effect on Greek banks. "The political uncertainty regarding the Greek government and the consequent resurgence of rumors about a possible...

Terrorist Xeros Transfered to Domokos Maximum Security Prison

To the newly established maximum security prison of Domokos was transferred earlier today former November 17 (N17) member and convicted terrorist Christodoulos Xeros after his temporary detention to Korydallos prison in Athens, Greece. During the previous days, other N17 convicts were...

HelpMeVote: The University of Thessaloniki App Assisting Undecided Greek Voters

Latest polls have found that more than 15% have yet to decide which political party they will vote for in the fast approaching critical elections of January 25. For those who can't seem to find any party covering their...

More Ancient Structures Possibly Found at Amphipolis Tomb

While people across the globe are standing on their toes waiting for the DNA analysis results on the skeleton found in Amphipolis tomb, a scientific team from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki is currently mapping the geophysical situation of the area...

WSJ: Greek Island in Ionian Sea is 'Solid Investment'

A Greek private island for sale appeared in a Wall Street Journal article as a good investment. Modi island is on sale for 1.5 million dollars (1.25 million euros) and the real estate agent calls it “an ideal opportunity for...

Greek-Australian Saves Family from Drowning

A Greek-Australian man from Sydney managed to save three young girls and their father from drowning, despite the fact that he did not know how to swim. When asked to describe his experience, Nick Papadopoulos said that he felt like a dog...

Greek Luxury Hotel Makes It on National Geographic's List

The National Geographic recently announced its newest luxury travel list of “Unique Lodges of the World.” The list includes 24 hotels scattered around the six continents, which are committed to excellence, authenticity and sustainability. National Geographic has chosen the best...

PASOK Leader: Greek People Don't Want a Single-Party Win in Elections

Greek people do not want any single party to win the elections, instead, they prefer a collaboration of parties, PASOK leader Evangelos Venizelos said on Thursday in Larissa, Greece. "The country is currently in a very difficult position and society...

Xeros Caught in the Midst of Planning Bombs for Pre-election Terrorist Hits

Arrested terrorist Christodoulos Xeros was in the midst of planning several bomb attacks on politicians, judges and financiers, according to a Greek police report. In one of Xeros' hideouts in Loutraki, police found 45 explosive mechanisms inside Tupperware containers and...

Primary Budget Surplus High, But Security Funds Strapped for Cash

The primary budget surplus for the period January-November 2014 more than doubled from last year, however, social security funds are showing a significant deficit. According to figures released by the Ministry of Finance Thursday, the social security pension fund deficit...

Theodorakis Explains Why He Will Not Support SYRIZA

"They manipulated us in 2012 to increase their electoral power," world-known composer Mikis Theodorakis wrote to a friend explaining the reasons he does not support leftist SYRIZA in the upcoming elections. Theodorakis had said before that he will support the leftist...

Greek PM: 'We are all Charlie'

Expressing optimism that his party New Democracy (ND) would win the elections at the northern suburb of Maroussi, Greece, on Thursday, Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras reiterated his pledge of no further cuts in wages and pensions and focused...

61% of Germans Say ‘Yes’ to Grexit

The majority of Germans are open to the idea of Greece’s exit from the Eurozone, if the country fails to comply with the austerity measures that international lenders have imposed, revealed a survey conducted by German broadcaster agency ARD. A striking...