METLEN Energy & Metals launches 9th “Engineers in Practice” program
METLEN launches its 9th “Engineers in Practice” program, offering paid year-long internships to recent engineering graduates in Greece, England, and Italy.
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Tax cuts 2026: Who benefits and how much – Complete examples
Greek workers and families will see significant salary increases from January 2026 due to major tax cuts, with benefits reaching up to €370 monthly for higher earners.
Military and police salary increases: New pay scale brings raises up to €276 monthly
Greek military and security forces receive major salary increases from €63-276 monthly starting October, with total compensation rising 13-20% annually.
Branded diamonds become the new “blue chip” investments
War and sanctions reshape diamond markets as luxury brands become premier investment choices. Hong Kong auction features Bulgari, Cartier pieces worth millions.
Greek retirees see quadruple pension boost with increases up to €1,200
Greek retirees will benefit from four major pension reforms in 2026, including increases up to €1,200 annually and the abolition of personal difference restrictions.
Giannis Malamas released after testimony, trial postponed to September 18
Giannis Malamas, son of singer Sokrates Malamas, was released after testimony in assault case involving taxi driver and police officers. Trial set for September 18.
Korydallos Prison: Greek FBI raids find phones and knife in cells
Greek police raid Korydallos Prison cells, discovering contraband including mobile phones and an improvised knife, leading to charges against two inmates.
Masked burglar fails to steal church donation box in Crete
Masked burglar fails to steal donation box from Greek monastery, destroys security camera instead. Police investigate using surveillance footage.
Greek politician Popi Semertzidou denies wrongdoing in €1.5M asset freeze
Former Greek politician Popi Semertzidou denies wrongdoing as authorities freeze €1.5M in assets over alleged EU farm subsidy fraud scandal.
Greece introduces stricter drunk driving penalties in new traffic code
Greece’s new traffic code introduces stricter penalties for drunk driving and speeding, with automated enforcement systems and hefty fines up to €4,000.
Sheep and goat pox outbreak: Emergency measures to halt spread
Greece declares emergency ten-day action plan as sheep and goat pox threatens livestock industry. Minister warns of potential lockdown if biosecurity fails.
Chania migration crisis: Over 1,100 migrants housed in inhumane conditions at exhibition center
Over 1,100 migrants housed in inhumane conditions at Chania exhibition center as Greek island faces unprecedented migration crisis threatening safety.
Halkidiki wolf attack: Drones deployed to find wolf that injured 5-year-old child
Authorities in Halkidiki deploy drones and thermal cameras to track down a wolf that attacked a 5-year-old Serbian child, as safety measures intensify in the area.
Car theft ring busted in Athens: Five members arrested
Greek police bust major car theft ring operating in Athens region, arresting five suspects who stole vehicles and falsified documents for illegal resale.
Greek Navy milestone: 2026 brings new era with Belharra frigates
Greek Navy enters new era in 2026 with Belharra frigates, submarine-hunting helicopters, and modernized MEKO vessels boosting Mediterranean defense.
Avramopoulos on Novartis: Conviction of two hooded witnesses reveals full conspiracy
Former EU Commissioner Avramopoulos calls for full investigation after Novartis witnesses convicted of perjury, demanding accountability from conspiracy masterminds.
Government sources hit back at PASOK after attack on Marinakis
Greek government sources respond to PASOK spokesman’s attack, questioning opposition’s costly proposals and defending administration policies.
Venizelos on Novartis: “Delayed justice, orchestrators remain unpunished”
Former PASOK leader criticizes delayed justice in Novartis scandal as key witnesses receive prison sentences for perjury, while masterminds escape accountability.
Mitsotakis calls Spanoulis after Greece wins bronze at Eurobasket 2025
Greek PM Mitsotakis congratulates coach Spanoulis after Greece wins bronze medal at Eurobasket 2025, marking the nation’s return to podium after 16 years.
Mitsotakis congratulates Karalis on silver medal at World Athletics Championships
Greek PM Mitsotakis congratulates pole vaulter Emmanuel Karalis on winning silver medal at World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.