Greece
Greece
Greece Approves Landmark Private Universities Bill Amidst Protests
The Greek Parliament voted in favor of a bill that allows the establishment of private universities in the country.
The historic --and yet controversial-- bill was voted in favor by 159 lawmakers out of a total of 300 MPs.
The 158...
Festivals
Greece’s Rovies Food Festival Guests Captivated by Sustainable Cuisine
Dozens of local and international visitors traveled to northern Evia, central Greece, to attend the first Rovies Food Festival.
Greece
Greek Heroes of Tempi Railway Disaster to Be Honored in Vatican
The Greek students who saved the lives of their fellow passengers in the Tempi railway disaster will be honored in the Vatican.
They were there during the tragedy, laying down their lives to save others. Nearly eight months following the...
Greece
This Private Island for Rent in Greece is Heaven on Earth
A private island available to rent in Greece, named Pegassus Island, is one of the most luxurious holiday getaways in the world.
Economy
Cultivation of Cannabis was Legal in Greece Until 1936
The cultivation of cannabis in Greece for pharmaceutical purposes is now legal, as it was legal until 1936, the year it was prohibited
Fashion
Greek Artist Presents Innovative, Eco-Friendly Origami Fashion
A paper dress may not be the right outfit choice for rainy weather, but Greek artist Mirto Dimitriou's signature origami fashion, which includes clothes, jewelry and paper accessories, is not only original but also eco-friendly.
The young artist from Thessaloniki...
Greece
Iconic Hilton Hotel in Athens Under Renovation, to be Renamed “Conrad”
The iconic Hilton Hotel in Athens, a masterpiece of mid-century modern architecture, will be renamed the "Conrad" and soon undergo extensive interior renovations.
The change came after Hilton struck a deal with the Ionian Hotel Enterprises to bring luxury brands...
Greece
Two Killed in Private Airplane Crash Off the Coast of Samos
Two people died on Monday after a small airplane crashed off the coast of the island of Samos. The light private plane was making a trip from Israel to the Greek island with only two passengers. The plane crashed...
Environment
Conservationist Laments Loss of City’s “Green Lung,” Touts Prevention
A conservationist stated that the funds used for firefighting by Greece should have been used for fire prevention.
Greece
Covid-19 Cases Remain Elevated in Greece on Friday
Greece’s daily cases of Covid-19 remained elevated on Friday, as 1,997 total cases were recorded across the country.
Greece
Greece Mobilizes Private Doctors to Cope With Surging Covid Infections
Greece announced it is mobilizing private doctors in an effort to contain the pressure on public hospitals struggling with Covid-19.
Greece
Greece Enlists Private Hospitals in Battle Against Coronavirus
Greece enlisted two private hospitals in Athens in order to ease the pressure from the spike in coronavirus cases on the public health system.
Ancient Greece
Man Arrested for Illegal Excavation in Amphipolis
Found with a metal detector in his hand, a 68-year old man was arrested on Sunday for illegally excavating in the archaeological site of Amphipolis.
Business
Innovation Hub to Be Created on Former Industrial Site in Greece
An innovation hub for Greece may be in the works for an abandoned industrial site visited by Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Wednesday.
Greece
Greece Courts Pharmaceutical Giants to Make Country Hub of Innovation
Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis asked the heads of top pharmaceutical firms during an online meeting on Sunday to develop practical proposals to create a strong and competitive biopharmaceutical sector in the country.
As the Prime Minister noted, the challenge was...