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Jan 2026
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Politics

Marinakis: There will be two meetings with farmers, the Prime Minister cannot work with ultimatums

As the government spokesman said, there will be two meetings because "they (the national committee) did not want to be at the meeting with some others"

Greece

Coordination Committee of Thessaly’s “hardline” roadblocks meets; Trip to Athens for meeting with Mitsotakis in doubt

Farmers’ union representatives from the Thessaly roadblocks insist on choosing their own representatives – Final decisions to be made at assemblies later today

12 Monday Jan 2026
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Greece

Severe cold wave hits Greece: Snow expected – Weather in Attica

A sharp temperature drop, widespread frost, and snowfall at low elevations as the cold spell grips much of the country

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Coordination Committee of Thessaly’s “hardline” roadblocks meets; Trip to Athens for meeting with Mitsotakis in doubt

Maria Machado at the Vatican, a few days before she meets Trump

Hardliners at the blockades put obstacles to dialogue with Mitsotakis – “We do not operate with ultimatums,” the government responds

Winter sales kick off, which Sundays shops will be open

The local judicial authorities decided to detain the owner of the bar in Crans-Montana for three months

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Greece

Winter sales kick off, which Sundays shops will be open

Trade associations and consumer organizations remind shoppers that discounts must be transparent and truthful, with both the original and the reduced price clearly displayed on...

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What goes on behind closed doors

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The report on the blackout, the Papastavrou–Eric Trump meeting in Riyadh, Jumbo will also sell cigarettes, the One and Only and the permits

A stock market of the few and the strong & Mark Zuckerberg opened the nuclear energy floodgates

Greece

Ecumenical Patriarch comments on ‘bad omen’ after knife mishap at pie-cutting ceremony

Setbacks during the pie-cutting ceremony leave attendees unsettled as the Patriarch remarks on the unusual events

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World

Cartel de los Soles at the Presidential Palace of Caracas: The drug-trafficking network that Chávez set up with Sinaloa and that kept Maduro in power

World

The Syrian army bombs Kurdish neighborhoods in Aleppo and calls on Kurdish fighters to surrender

Greece

Tornado lifts moving car into the air, moments of terror for the driver (video)

World

Rubina Aminian: The 23-year-old student who was shot at point-blank range by Iran’s security forces

Culture

Erich von Däniken, Swiss bestselling author who linked ancient civilizations to extraterrestrials, dies at 90

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> Politics

> Politics

Pierrakakis to Tasoula: Greece has increased authority in decision-making at the European level

The President of the Hellenic Republic met with the Minister of Finance and President of the Eurogroup and discussed the...

Who is Maria Gratsia, the right hand of Maria Karystianou

The lawyer from Naxos who has a central role in...

Maria Karystianou’s political move divides opinion — Criticisms after early acclaim

She draws substantial support from Zoi, Velopoulos, and Tsipras, threatening...

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> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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Epiphany celebrations: Festivities with splendor – From Athens and Patras to Syros and the Phanar

2

Mitsotakis marks 10 years at the helm of New Democracy: The path since 2016 and the messages on the ideological identity

3

Audiovisual production in Greece is a driver of economic growth, with revenues of almost €1 billion according to an SPI study

4

Dr. House becomes…an archaeologist at Greek excavations: New series with Hugh Laurie and filming in Greece

5

Immigration Bill: An end to “adult minors” and benefits – Privileges for unaccompanied 17-year-olds are being cut

6

Larnaca named European Capital of Culture for 2030

1

Epiphany celebrations: Festivities with splendor – From Athens and Patras to Syros and the Phanar

2

Mitsotakis marks 10 years at the helm of New Democracy: The path since 2016 and the messages on the ideological identity

3

Audiovisual production in Greece is a driver of economic growth, with revenues of almost €1 billion according to an SPI study

4

Dr. House becomes…an archaeologist at Greek excavations: New series with Hugh Laurie and filming in Greece

5

Immigration Bill: An end to “adult minors” and benefits – Privileges for unaccompanied 17-year-olds are being cut

6

Larnaca named European Capital of Culture for 2030

>Travel

4 Winter experiences for everyone in 4 villages of Arcadia

Unique activities in beautiful, picturesque villages in a lovely corner of Greece: Mountainous Arcadia

The Spanish magazine Viajar highlights Ios as the island of authenticity and ancient mysteries

The leading Spanish travel magazine presents the “many faces” of Ios, from the tomb of Homer to the Gaïtis-Simosi Museum, which harmoniously “marries” the breathtaking view of the Aegean with aesthetics

7 Villages Ideal for a Digital Nomad’s Winter Escape in Solitude

Skip the latte. Clock in from where the Wi‑Fi hums, the elders gossip & your Zoom background steals the show

The Athens Day Trip Guide: 22 Escapes in Every Direction

Your roadmap to the remarkable worlds orbiting the capital—each just a short drive or ferry ride away

World’s 50 Best Bars 2025: Athens’ Winning Trio

Athens certainly has a dazzling nightlife scene, with three of its bars again awarded among the world's 50 best

Crete’s Tsikoudia Season: Fire, Grapes and Community

Vineyards, copper stills and an EU‑protected spirit that binds villages in aromatic smoke, songs, and that very special hospitality

Postcards, Alive: 5 Greek Landscapes for Fall–Winter

From misty monasteries to mirrored lakes, autumn in Greece paints the landscape in golds, ambers, and quiet, cinematic light

Thessaloniki, After Hours: 21 Prime Nightlife Addresses

Exploring the northern capital's vibrant bar scene: unique spaces, local flavors, and creative cocktails

Lemon, Oil, Go: Top 13 Fish Taverns In and Around Athens Worth the Taxi Meter

Being in Athens doesn't mean going without fresh, traditional - or just so exciting - seafood and fish

Greece Shines (Again) in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards

From landmark hotels to islands, Greece received awards in seven categories, its growing global appeal becoming evident

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> Diaspora

>Diaspora

St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church: Feeding the Homeless – Sunday, January 18

Registrations open for 2026 Greek Community Cup Women’s Tournament

Building on a successful inaugural tournament, the women’s competition returns to Northcote City FC following...

Vasilopita and New Year Traditions, from antiquity to the present day

Βy His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

Light and Water at Theophany and in Ancient Greece

By His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

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> Culture

>Culture

Bob Weir, co-founder of the Grateful Dead, dies at 78

How the “civilized” Americans exterminated the “barbarian” Apache Indians:The ten-year war that began with a misunderstanding

Where the Apaches lived – The tribes and their way of life – The long wars with the U.S. Army...

Giannis Voglis’s awards found in the trash – what the actor’s son says

The actor’s belongings are now being sold online

The unknown attempt by the Germans to assassinate Stalin in September 1944

The anti-communist Russian Second Lieutenant Shilo and his defection to the German “camp” – His...

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>history>discovery>art

> Lifestyle

>Lifestyle

Stefanos Kasselakis: The family “jewel” in Ekali is up for rent at €20,000 per month

Shipowner Haris Vafeias, who purchased it, completely renovated the impressive three-storey villa a year and...

Chiara Ferragni: A photo album from her trip to Colombia

During her stay in the South American country, the influencer visited the city of Medellín

Maria Callas: The fateful love with Onassis and the divorce that took 11 years

In the final days of 1970, a new law in Italy regarding the dissolution of...

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> Society

>Society

Coordination Committee of Thessaly’s “hardline” roadblocks meets; Trip to Athens for meeting with Mitsotakis in doubt

Winter sales kick off, which Sundays shops will be open

Trade associations and consumer organizations remind shoppers that discounts must be transparent and truthful, with both the original and the...

Intervention of the Federation of Truck Drivers to the Ministry of Transport for the drivers’ working hours due to road blockades

The Federation calls for non-imposition of sanctions and extraordinary application of European Regulation 561/2006, because...

The first snow fell on Parnitha, see impressive photos

From Crete to Serres in white many areas of the country - Snow in Parnitha

>weather>heat wave
>weather>heat wave

> World

> World

Maria Machado at the Vatican, a few days before she meets Trump

The Venezuelan opposition leader has been sidelined by Washington after the US intervention that overthrew Nicolas Maduro.

The local judicial authorities decided to detain the owner of the bar in Crans-Montana for three months

Zach Moretti's partner Jessica said the court "correctly assessed the...

Ukraine: 35,000 households in Odessa are without electricity after a Russian drone attack

The attack hit infrastructure facilities and an apartment building, Mayor...

Bloomberg: Britain and Germany discuss the presence of NATO forces in Greenland

Germany will propose the creation of a joint NATO mission...

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> Environment

>Environment

Who were the predators on Earth before the dinosaurs

Where bees go in winter

As temperatures drop and gardens empty out, the familiar summer buzz suddenly seems to fade away

Exploring the soundscapes of Axios Delta and Lake Orestiada

The SoREAL research project captures sounds of birds, animals, and human activities to raise environmental awareness and create sound maps...

Scientists talk of the risks of climate change to pregnant women and infants

Despite documented impacts, critical questions remain unanswered, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary collaboration

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> Economy

ATHEX 0.14 2210.85 3.12

> Economy

  • ATHEX 0.14 2210.85 3.12

Tax returns: AADE platform now live for filing separate tax declarations by spouses

Notification and revocation of the option to file separate tax returns is available until February...

JPMorgan: Greek bonds passed the convergence test, and investors are repositioning

Greek bonds are now treated as securities that have completed most of their investment upgrade...

Rent reimbursement: On 15 January, the money is credited to the beneficiaries

Who the rent refund concerns - At least 24,000 beneficiaries have not yet received money

>More Economy >business>Cryptocurrency>market

Mediterranean Cuisine

Île flottante with melomakarono flavor

Île flottante with melomakarono flavor

The perfect soufflé

The perfect soufflé

Naxos Graviera at the top of the world – Set to “travel” to 20 countries in 2026

Naxos Graviera at the top of the world – Set to “travel” to 20 countries in 2026

How chefs achieve the crispy turkey skin everyone loves

How chefs achieve the crispy turkey skin everyone loves

The Greek Christmas dessert that was named the best in the world

The Greek Christmas dessert that was named the best in the world

Twenty -five festive options for an epic Christmas dinner

Twenty -five festive options for an epic Christmas dinner

>Photo of the day

Agios Andreas, Messinia