Mitsotakis attends Archbishop Symeon’s enthronement at Mount Sinai
Greek PM Mitsotakis attends historic enthronement ceremony at Mount Sinai monastery, pledging Greece’s continued support for Orthodox heritage preservation.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle: Countdown begins for US ambassador’s arrival in Athens
New US Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle arrives in Athens this weekend with high-level meetings planned, including talks with PM Mitsotakis and energy cooperation events.
Papastaurou on water shortage: Attica secured for next four years
Greek Environment Minister confirms Attica’s water supply secured for four years despite drought concerns, addresses potential EYDAP billing changes.
New York flooding kills two as record rainfall paralyzes city
Record-breaking rainfall paralyzes New York City, killing two people and flooding streets. Airports face flight delays as storms break October records.
Taxi strike November 5-6: Drivers’ demands and union president’s statement
Taxi drivers in Athens announce 48-hour warning strike on November 5-6, protesting government policies favoring multinational platforms over professional drivers.
Merz to Erdogan: Yes to Eurofighter, Turkey’s EU membership with conditions
German Chancellor Merz visits Turkey discussing EU membership conditions while approving Eurofighter sales, sparking concerns about regional defense balance.
New tax system: Benefits for parents and high earners, unfair to low incomes
Greece’s Economic and Social Committee reveals new tax system benefits high earners and working parents while disadvantaging low-income workers and pensioners.
Alexis Tsipras: The anatomy of his Institute’s team – investing in fresh faces for a new beginning
Former Greek PM Alexis Tsipras reveals his Institute’s scientific council, choosing 70% new faces over SYRIZA veterans for his political comeback strategy.
UK helicopter crash in field leaves one dead, three injured
Helicopter crashes in South Yorkshire field killing 70-year-old man, injuring three others including pilot and child passengers near Doncaster.
Ukraine war: Russia launches massive drone and missile attack
Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, killing three including a child and causing widespread power outages as winter approaches.
Chania harbor master dismissed over assault case – new documents reveal proper conduct
New documents reveal Chania harbor master acted properly in assault case, contradicting minister’s claims and sparking political controversy over his dismissal.
Netanyahu’s Clear Message: “Hamas Will Be Disarmed and Gaza Will Be Demilitarized – Israel Still Has Work to Do”
Netanyahu declares Hamas will be disarmed and Gaza demilitarized as Israel prepares for renewed military action despite ongoing ceasefire violations.
IRIS system changes from November 1: Retail payments and higher limits
Greece’s IRIS payment system expands to all retail stores from November 1st, with mandatory instant payment acceptance and increased transaction limits coming in 2026.
Kostas Varotsos on Pentagon memorial: “I had the artwork ready in my mind by the time I got home”
Greek sculptor Kostas Varotsos reveals instant inspiration for Pentagon memorial artwork and discusses cultural decline in Western civilization.
European Commission: US and Russia differ on nuclear stance – commitments and threats to Europe
European Commission draws sharp distinction between US and Russian nuclear policies following Trump’s testing order, calling Russia a direct threat to Europe.
Greece ranks 10th for cheapest electricity in EU – First half 2025 data
Greece ranks 10th for cheapest electricity in the EU according to first half 2025 Eurostat data, with prices below European average in purchasing power terms.
Brutal beating in Koropi: “My partner didn’t hit me, I don’t remember how I got hurt” – 40-year-old woman’s first words
Woman brutally beaten in Koropi speaks from hospital, claims memory loss while defending partner who was arrested for the assault that left her hospitalized.
Greece unveils €2.5 billion water crisis action plan
Greece launches ambitious €2.5 billion water crisis plan with seven strategic axes to secure water supply for over 50% of population, preventing future shortages.
TikTok gets “green light” from China for US transfer deal
China approves TikTok transfer deal to US investors, Treasury Secretary confirms. Agreement involves ByteDance retaining under 20% stake while Americans control board.
Erdogan and Merz clash in Ankara: “Turkey hasn’t met EU criteria”
Turkish President Erdogan and German Chancellor Merz clash over Turkey’s EU membership criteria during tense Ankara meeting focused on defense cooperation and Gaza.