Greek pensions: 200,000 retirees to get increases in 2026
Greek government announces pension increases for 650,000 retirees starting 2026, with gradual abolition of personal difference over two years.
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How families with three children benefit from new tax measures
New legislation grants lifelong benefits to three-child families with significant tax reductions, birth allowances up to €3,500, and comprehensive financial support.
Shocking animal cruelty in Lemnos: Dogs thrown into shelter like trash bags
Shocking security footage reveals heartless abandonment of dogs at Greek island shelter, sparking outrage and calls for justice from animal welfare groups.
Fatal motorcycle crash in Ios: 29-year-old rider dies in accident
Fatal motorcycle accident in Ios claims life of 29-year-old rider. Investigation underway to determine cause of crash on provincial road.
Paralympian Carolina Pelendritou denied taxi ride due to guide dog
Paralympic swimming champion Carolina Pelendritou was illegally denied taxi service due to her guide dog, highlighting discrimination against disabled passengers.
Wrong blood transfusion at clinic: “Patient is in good health”
Greek clinic reports patient stable after wrong blood transfusion incident leads to three arrests. Medical error sparks investigation at private facility.
New ID cards: How much citizens will pay and the appointment system
Greek citizens face mandatory ID card replacement by August 2026, with fees starting at €10. New digital appointment system aims to streamline the process.
Schools: When all-day programs begin in Kindergartens and Elementary Schools
Greece’s school year begins September 11 with new all-day programs for kindergarten and elementary schools. Find out the complete schedule and departure times.
National High School Diploma: Revolutionary education reform in Greece
Greece introduces revolutionary National High School Diploma system, transforming university access and high school education for future students nationwide.
Mega Spilaio Monastery: Abbot charged with attempting to sell religious artifacts appears before prosecutor
Greek Orthodox monastery abbot charged with attempting to sell stolen Byzantine icons and 18th-century Gospels worth €200,000 after undercover police sting operation.
Video evidence from dramatic police chase in Athens center
Dramatic video shows police chase in Athens as businessman’s son drags officer with car during dangerous street racing incident on Attiki Odos highway.
Eirini Mourtzoukou fights back after forensic report – “There will be surprises and possibly new defendants”
Eirini Mourtzoukou prepares counterattack after forensic report challenges previous findings in child death case, promising shocking revelations.
Where the return of Parthenon Marbles stands and Greece’s strategy
Greece pursues return of Parthenon Marbles through long-term loan agreement with UK, with antiquities exchange playing key role in negotiations strategy.
Sophia Zacharaki: 14,806 student suspensions in one year for phone use
Greek schools suspended nearly 15,000 students for mobile phone use in one academic year, with Education Minister Sophia Zacharaki revealing the shocking statistics.
Parliamentary inquiry on OPEKEPE set for September 15 first session
Greece’s parliament sets September 15 for first session of OPEKEPE inquiry committee, investigating agricultural payment agency activities from 1998 to present.
Marinakis on Thessaloniki International Trade Fair- Exhibition package: “Boldest tax reform ever”
Greek government announces boldest tax reform package, targeting middle-class relief and economic growth through comprehensive fiscal policy changes.
Georgiadis: Nurses to be included in hazardous work category from 2026
Greek Health Minister announces nurses will be classified as hazardous workers from 2026, while defending major tax reforms and zero taxation for young workers.
Mitsotakis meets Haftar’s son at Maximos Mansion
Greek PM Mitsotakis meets with Haftar’s son at Maximos Mansion to discuss strengthening Greece-Libya economic and commercial relations.
Mitsotakis meets Archbishop Ieronymos: “We’re here to face great challenges together”
Greek PM Mitsotakis and Archbishop Ieronymos meet to discuss state-church cooperation and address pending issues at the start of the new political year.
Tax cuts from 2026: How workers, families and pensioners benefit
Greece announces major tax cuts starting 2026, benefiting workers, families and pensioners. Government reveals detailed breakdown of annual savings per taxpayer.