Government demands PASOK apology over Tempi train crash conspiracy theories
Greek government sources demand PASOK apology over conspiracy theories surrounding the deadly Tempi train crash investigation and Fire Service report findings.
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New Democracy condemns vandalism at minister’s office
New Democracy strongly condemns vandalism attack on Deputy Minister Sebi Voloudaki’s office, vowing that officials won’t be intimidated by thugs.
Greece fires back at Turkish provocations: “Not even freshmen diplomats”
Greece delivers sharp response to Turkish Foreign Minister’s provocative claims about domestic politics, with officials rejecting interference attempts.
Kerameos: Six pillars driving labor market transformation
Greek Labor Minister reveals six-pillar strategy transforming job market, with unemployment dropping from 20.3% to 13% in Central Macedonia and 500,000 new jobs created.
Papachristou: Timelines for Aretsou marina and Government House
Major infrastructure projects in Thessaloniki move forward with marina tender in 2025 and Government House study completion by 2026, Superfund CEO announces.
Greek schools open with more permanent staff appointments
Greece’s Education Minister announces 10,000 new permanent teacher appointments for the new school year, emphasizing support for primary and special education.
Greece announces massive 212% increase in public investments by 2026
Greece plans massive 212% boost in public investments by 2026, reaching €16.9 billion from €5.4 billion in 2019, with major infrastructure projects nationwide.
Parliament appoints interim OPEKEPE president, bans staff transfers
Parliament votes to appoint interim OPEKEPE president while temporarily banning staff transfers until 2025 to ensure uninterrupted EU agricultural aid payments.
Tempi train crash: Fire department report submitted to prosecutor
Fire department report finds no combustion traces in Tempe train crash locomotive cabin, contradicting earlier findings about flammable cargo transport.
Afroditi Latinopoulou on car crash: “Impact was strong, we wore seatbelts and seatbelts save lives”
Greek MEP Afroditi Latinopoulou speaks about her car accident, emphasizing seatbelt safety after hit-and-run crash on Kifisias Avenue. Driver arrested.
Turkey denies European mayors’ visit to jailed Ekrem İmamoğlu
European mayors denied prison visit to Istanbul’s jailed mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, award presented to wife as delegation stands outside Silivri prison.
Konstantinos Pylarinos: Funeral scheduled for Friday, August 29
Veteran Greek politician Konstantinos Pylarinos dies at 91. Funeral service set for Friday at Athens Metropolitan Cathedral before burial in Zakynthos.