Pakistan’s Christians: 80% of sewer workers, 16 dead since April
Pakistan’s Christian minority makes up 80% of sewer workers, with 16 deaths from toxic gas asphyxiation recorded since April, a UN-submitted NGO report reveals.
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Meloni skips UN for Milan Fashion Week, sparking political fury
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni skipped the UN General Assembly for Milan Fashion Week, igniting a political firestorm back home over her priorities.
Trump Plans Two More Xi Meetings, Rules Out Bessent for AI Czar Role
Trump plans two more summits with Xi Jinping at APEC and G20, while ruling out moving Scott Bessent to lead a new U.S. AI initiative.
Edi Rama pelted with eggs in New York, fires back at “hysterical hens”
Albanian PM Edi Rama was pelted with eggs by protesters in New York during the UN General Assembly, firing back by calling them “hysterical hens.”
Parthenon Marbles reunion “would be a gesture of immense significance”
Greek President Tasoulas calls the reunification of the Parthenon Marbles “a gesture of immense significance” in a speech at the British School at Athens.
Greek FM Gerapetritis meets Brazil and Eritrea counterparts at UN General Assembly
Greek FM Gerapetritis met his Brazilian and Eritrean counterparts on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly, focusing on bilateral ties and regional security.
Gerapetritis meets Cyprus & Egypt FMs, reaffirms trilateral cooperation
Greek FM Gerapetritis met with his Cypriot and Egyptian counterparts at UNGA81, reaffirming trilateral cooperation for Eastern Mediterranean stability.
September 2026 Harvest Moon: When to See It and How It Got Its Name
The September 2026 Harvest Moon rises on September 26 — discover why it earned its name and why it may glow red in the night sky.
Explosion in Plaka: Six missing as unstable ground hampers rescue efforts
A massive explosion rocked Athens’ historic Plaka district, leaving six people missing as unstable ground slows desperate rescue efforts.
Construction material prices rise 5% in August, diesel costs surge
Greek construction material prices surged 5% in August 2026, with diesel costs jumping 23.2%, according to official ELSTAT data.
ExxonMobil VP: First offshore exploration drill in Greek waters in nearly four decades
ExxonMobil prepares for Greece’s first offshore exploration drilling in nearly 40 years, targeting early 2027 with partners Energean and Hellenic Energy.
Stournaras: Greece could reach A rating before 2030
Greece could achieve an A credit rating before 2030, says Bank of Greece Governor Stournaras, citing fiscal discipline and institutional reforms.
Greece’s IRIS payment system: From “what is it?” to everyday use
Greece’s IRIS instant payment system has surged from obscurity to 126.4M transactions worth €10.9B in 2025, says Deputy PM Hatzidakis.
METLEN & Dolomiti Energia launch new battery energy storage system in Puglia
METLEN and Dolomiti Energia inaugurate a 25 MW / 75 MWh battery energy storage system in Puglia, boosting Italy’s renewable energy grid.
Aris BC and Stoiximan join forces in a four-year partnership
Stoiximan becomes the Main Sponsor of Aris BC in a four-year deal, marking a bold new chapter for the club and a major commitment to Greek basketball.
JTI Hellas Reports Steady Growth in 2025
JTI Hellas hits €850M turnover in 2025 with 5.4% net sales growth, investing millions in Greece and expanding its heated tobacco portfolio.
AKTOR CEO: How low debt and €1.1B cash fuel a €600M EBITDA target
AKTOR CEO Alexandros Exarchou debunks over-leverage rumors, warns on European LNG strategy, and targets €600M EBITDA with €1.1B in liquidity.
“Stories of Hope” by Motor Oil: Season 2 Coming Soon
Motor Oil’s “Stories of Hope” podcast completes Season 1 with four powerful episodes on bone marrow donation, solidarity, and human connection.
Mitsotakis meets Morgan Stanley leadership to discuss nuclear energy
Greek PM Mitsotakis met Morgan Stanley’s top leadership in New York, discussing the Greek economy, geopolitics, and nuclear energy’s role in the energy mix.
Energy Crisis: Alarm Over Electricity and Fuel Prices – Key Dates and Interventions on the Table
Greece faces soaring energy costs as electricity and fuel prices spike. Key dates and new support measures could determine household bills this winter.