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Athens, an Open Museum: Google’s Ode to the Capital of Greece

Athens is an open museum of endless collections, says a spectacular video released by Google on Friday. The video highlights the Greek capital's unique treasures to visitors and locals alike. "During your visit, you will see ancient temples, temples of...

Athens Half Marathon Returns; Dedicated to Mikis Theodorakis

The Athens Half Marathon returned to the city on Sunday after a two-year pause because of the pandemic, dedicated to the memory of Mikis Theodorakis

The Hellenic Initiative Joins in Fight Against Graffiti in Athens

The Hellenic Initiative is working with the Athens Partnership to scrub off the graffiti found in Athens' oldest neighborhood, Plaka.

City of Athens Owed Some €325 Million in Back Rent From Businesses Using Public Space

The City of Athens is currently owed some 325 million euros in back rent from businesses that use public space for their tables and chairs and haven't paid -- some for as much as 5 years, ekathimerini.com recently reported. The...

Municipal Councilors to Give Exarchia a Makeover: 'We cannot allow there to be a neighborhood where residents are afraid'

The neighborhood of Exarchia in the center of Athens is known for its unique shops, free-spirited atmosphere and unfortunately for violence and drugs as well. In fact, a recent resolution that the City of Athens passed on Thursday states that...

Athens Mayor to Remove City Statues for their Own Protection

Athens Mayor George Kaminis announced his decision to move statues from central areas where vandalism is rife.The services of the Municipality of Athens on Thursday announced that they have already pinpointed 49 statues that are safe and are examining...

Birth Registrations Under the Microscope

After the case of “Maria,” the 4-year-old girl who was discovered living with alleged abductors at a Roma camp, the prosecutor ordered an immediate investigation into birth certificates issued in the past six years. Efterpi Koutzamani, the Supreme Court prosecutor...