Greece

English Edition | 03.08.2024 | 19:50

Is Salinization of Water Supplies Greece’s Next Problem?

Salinization of the water supply in the northern Greece coastal region of Halkidiki has been a problem for years, and it is getting worse

English Edition | 02.08.2024 | 08:29

Stark Disparities in Greek Salaries, Data Reveal

Over 50% of Greek private sector employees earn €800 or less monthly, highlighting widespread poverty and low purchasing power.

English Edition | 28.07.2024 | 10:49

Greece Invests Millions to Preserve Dodecanese’s Cultural Heritage

The Greek Ministry of Culture has undertaken a significant project with over 50 million euros in investments to restore ancient artifacts in the region

English Edition | 24.07.2024 | 19:00

Greece: New Draft Bill to Facilitate Property Transactions

Streamlined process envisioned in draft law aims to cut 'red tape' in real estate transactions, including parental transfers of property to offspring

English Edition | 17.07.2024 | 19:52

Greece’s Labor Market Trends; Job Vacancies Surge

According to the latest data job openings soared to a record high of 70,826 positions in the first quarter of 2024, marking a remarkable 115.6% annual increase.

Επικαιρότητα | 16.07.2024 | 15:52

Tourism: Greece Ranks 9th in Global Growth

Furthermore, Greece is positioned among the leaders in increased inbound tourist spending since the start of 2024, currently holding the second position with a notable 25% growth.

English Edition | 15.07.2024 | 11:23

Greece in Top 4 Destinations Favored by European Tourists

Greece was selected by 5.9% of respondents who were asked where they would vacation this year, up from 5.4% in the same survey last year

English Edition | 13.07.2024 | 14:13

Scope Affirms Greece’s BBB- Ratings; Revises Outlook to Positive

The international ratings firm raised Greece to investment grade in early August 2023

English Edition | 11.07.2024 | 19:14

Real Estate Trends: Greek Buyers Prefer Smaller Properties

Specifically, in the nationwide survey, 24.9% of buyers opted for properties between 51 and 75 square meters, while 24.7% chose smaller properties up to 50 square meters

English Edition | 10.07.2024 | 19:01

ELSTAT: Industrial Production Up by 6.7% in May 2024 in Greece

The average overall Industrial Production Index for the period from January to May 2024 recorded an increase of 5.8% compared with the average IPI of the period from January to May 2023

English Edition | 09.07.2024 | 21:14

Greece 2nd Renewable Energy Source (RES) Market for Investment

Greece performed exceptionally according to the biannual EY Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index (RECAI), a report that assesses the investment and deployment opportunities in 40 of the world’s top markets

English Edition | 07.07.2024 | 19:48

Greeks Turn to Second-Hand Market to Save Money

It is unclear whether this trend is primarily attributed to the need for financial difficulties or if it is also done out of principle (acquiring quality products at competitive prices with a "green" footprint)

English Edition | 07.07.2024 | 15:44

Greek PM on Inflation, Climate Crisis, Unemployment etc in Weekly Review

The PM urged people to watch Coldplay's latest video clip shot at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus

English Edition | 06.07.2024 | 16:33

Demographic Crisis: Gap Between Annual Deaths, Births Rises in Greece

During the 2020-22 period, amid the pandemic, the number of deaths reported in the country reached roughly 169,000, compared to only some 113,000 births

English Edition | 04.07.2024 | 12:58

Global Media Critical of Greece’s 6-Day Work Week

International media have highlighted the counterproductive nature of the 6-day work week legislation, citing research that shows that increasing work hours will raise the risk of on-the-job mistakes and burnout.

English Edition | 01.07.2024 | 21:12

Norwegian Travelers’ Top Picks in Greece for 2024

The focus shifts to lesser-known, high-quality destinations that could become favorites among Norwegian tourists.

English Edition | 01.07.2024 | 08:14

Greece in Top 3 Cruise Travel Destinations in the Mediterranean

Regarding the nationality of visitors, the United States holds first place

English Edition | 29.06.2024 | 18:47

Olive Oil Prices Rise, Sales Drop across the Globe

Greece, of the leading olive oil producers, harvested 120,000 metric tons of olives in 2023, less than half of the previous crop

English Edition | 28.06.2024 | 18:14

Greece Expands List of Protected ‘Unspoiled Beaches’ to 238

Adjustments were also made to ensure existing citizen rights, such as those of adjacent businesses, were not affected

English Edition | 27.06.2024 | 21:44

Airbnb Beds in Greece Near 1 Million

Short-term rentals in Greece have increased between 10-12%, each month since the start of 2024, while occupancy rates remain stable

English Edition | 21.06.2024 | 23:45

Greece Expands Digital Work Card to Industry and Retail Sectors

Already in use by employees in banks, large supermarkets, insurance companies, security firms, and public utilities, the Digital Work Card aims to safeguard workers' rights

English Edition | 21.06.2024 | 23:19

Where Greeks Travel for Pentecost Long Weekend

Greeks islands and alternative destinations in Europe are on their top 5 list

English Edition | 21.06.2024 | 21:35

Athens-Nicosia on High Alert After Hezbollah’s Threats Against Cyprus

Hassan Nasrallah warned Cyprus during a televised address on Wednesday that it would be targeted if Israel used Cypriot airbases to launch attacks against Lebanon

English Edition | 21.06.2024 | 20:54

Forbes Ranks Paros in Top 3 Global Summer Destinations

According to the publication, Paros is currently a quieter alternative to Greece's more touristy islands, but it is rapidly developing and gaining fame

English Edition | 21.06.2024 | 20:05

Greece Among Just 8 EU Countries On Track to Reach ESR Targets

Twelve EU countries will miss their Effort Sharing Regulation (ESR) climate targets, 7 more are at risk of falling short, and Germany and Italy are performing the worst