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More specifically, around 400,000 pensioners pay a double and arguably unfair tax through the solidarity contribution, which, due to its fiscal cost, will not be restructured.

While the Greek exports to Turkey were down, the balance of Greek imports from Turkey during the same period amounted to $2.31 billion, compared to $1.88 billion in the first half of 2023, showing an increase of 22.8%.

While the Greek exports to Turkey were down, the balance of Greek imports from Turkey during the same period amounted to $2.31 billion, compared to $1.88 billion in the first half of 2023, showing an increase of 22.8%.

Analyst Orestis Omran, during an interview at the OT.gr studio within TIF: ‘Implementation of the project will contribute to lifting Cyprus’ energy isolation’

Analyst Orestis Omran, during an interview at the OT.gr studio within TIF: ‘Implementation of the project will contribute to lifting Cyprus’ energy isolation’

As per inflation, Greece’s central bank expects a continued slowdown this year, with the inflation rate dropping to 3%

Electricity bills for households with green tariffs are expected to fall as reported due to the subsidy which the Ministry of Environment and Energy will announce with prices ranging between 0.01 and 0.012 euros per KWh

Plans to up Greece’s minimum wage are driven by the fact that 7 out of 10 private sector employees are low wage earners and can’t make ends meet, says TA NEA.

At present, Moody’s rates Greece at Ba1, one notch below investment grade, with a stable outlook for reassessment.

A week after thousands of dead fish started washing-up around the port of Volos, the Greek government has declared a ‘state of emergency’ and announced a series of support measures for local businesses.

The small and medium-sized businesses in Greece (56.2%) are marked by extremely low digital intensity, only beating Bulgarian and Romanian enterprises

Australia is the latest country to allow employees the right to say ‘no’ to job-related requests after work.

No restrictions are necessary yet, experts say, but alternative water sources are being sought and people advised to be mindful.

This puts Greece among the most costly countries in Europe for alcoholic beverages placing it 3rd out of the 27 EU states, with prices reaching 51% above the average.

The increase in cost of pharmaceutical drugs in Greece ranges from 1 to 5 euros, and will lead to higher out-of-pocket contributions for consumers

Beyond the traditional ‘stars’ of Greek tourism, other Greek islands’ occupancy rates near 100% – Surprisingly, destinations accessible by car underperformed

According to an article in the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, organized crime -the Mykonos mafia- thrives despite the PM's pledge to fight lawlessness

Greece’s tax authority AADE will be focusing on private vehicles, professionals, and businesses as it steps-up its attempts to combat tax evasion

ELSTAT released provisional monthly statistics that revealed the upward trend in various sectors linked to Greek tourism

The annual report, known as the Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Development Index (ISCDI), ranks shipping centers throughout the world, based on size, and shows the Attica region nudging up by one place in 2024

The Naxos potato, a PDO-certified product, is facing historically low yields, which will force the island to import potatoes for the first time on record this autumn.

The Greek state aims to raise 500 million euros, according to the Public Debt Management Agency (PDMA)

Specifically, the number of passengers between January and July 2024 totaled 42,538,219, up from 38,833,074 in the corresponding period of 2023.

High levels of informal employment place Greece and Portugal at the top, reflecting deep-rooted challenges in labor regulation

Two major blazes on the day in Kozani, Thesprotia prefectures

According to the German media outlet Rheinische Post, this has negatively affected popular Turkish coastal destinations like Bodrum and Cecme, which are almost empty

Compared to the same quarter of the previous year, seasonally adjusted GDP increased by 0.6% in the Eurozone and by 0.8% in the EU

Meteorologists are forecasting warmer temperatures in September after Greece reported hottest July on record.

The Kipoi (Kipi) border station recorded the highest absolute increase, with 457,000 arrivals, an increase of 115,000 or 33.5%.

Pet ownership information, including pet’s name, photo, and microchip number can now be stored and accessed on Gov.gr Wallet.

Legendary Lefteris Petrounias earns bronze in men’s rings final, marking his third consecutive Olympic medal and the fifth medal for the Greek team at the Paris Olympics

Don’t miss today’s Greek athletes competing in the finals: men’s rings with Lefteris Petrounias, high jump with Tatiana Gusin, and hammer throw with Christos Frantzeskakis

The program for Day 2 of the 2024 Olympic Games will also be filled with Greek participation. The times and channels are listed below.

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

Attendees can enjoy cinema and photography, explore the arts of painting and woodcarving, and revel in stargazing, outdoor film screenings, and concerts beneath the night sky.

Overall, during the first half of 2024, Fraport Greece’s airports achieved remarkable results, handling more than 12.7 million passengers, a 7.8% increase compared to 2023.

Greece spends 70% less than the European average on pharmaceuticals, and Greek patients face significant challenges accessing pharmaceutical drugs and treatments that are available in the country

New Left party MP Nasos Iliopoulos refers to "accidental" destruction of a CD containing Karaivaz’s conversations with Grigoris Dimitriadis and Panagiotis Kontoleontas as proof of the government's refusal to confront organized crime; unanswered questions remain

The Commission makes recommendations to the Greek government about fighting corruption, protecting the freedom of the press, shedding light on the wiretapping scandal and respecting the rules on consultation

Revelation came on Tuesday during a relevant trial, with the CD reportedly containing the names of top officials that resigned in the wake of a wiretapping furor, including G. Dimitriadis and P. Kontoleontas

Uber, the US-based multinational said use of the app to hail a ride in Greece last April was up 72% compared with April 2023

William J. Antholis, Director &  CEO of Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia, insists that Kamala Harris has slowed down the momentum of the Trump-Vance campaign

A tale of two captains: One causes massive waves on a Mykonos beach, while another departs early from Santorini, leaving behind seven passengers

At the same time, the formerly bailed east Mediterranean country records the biggest decrease in debt-to-GDP, on a quarterly basis

Party supporters including Reid Hoffman and George Soros have lined up behind vice president, while some call for open process

The 17-year-old Olympiacos midfielder dazzles with his performances, and his future looks incredibly bright

Unrecognizable QR codes on receipts given to customers for their purchases led to initial complaints and subsequent Operation Paper Dragon

In the pursuit of restoring beach accessibility for all, Euronews highlights the crucial role of local citizens using the MyCoast app to report violations, while the app identifies compliant businesses.

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

Short-term rentals have sparked debate within Greek society due to their perceived benefits and disadvantages

The Greek National Tourism Organization (EOT) realized its “out of home” campaign – from May 24 to June 13 – aimed at attracting the dynamic French audience and the millions of visitors set to arrive in Paris for the Olympic Games.

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

After an extended period of crises and insecurity, franchising emerges unscathed, offering stability to new franchisees, entrepreneurs, and those seeking business growth

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.

Dutch authorities accused Karageorgis of fraud and fraudulent bankruptcy. In the Dutch judicial system, the charges cannot be converted into monetary fines in lieu of prison time, meaning Karageorgis will have to serve out his sentence.

The renowned US-based Massachusetts Maritime Academy conferred the degree of Doctor of Business Administration to Evangelos Marinakis

During Marine Money Week in New York, Evangelos Marinakis talked about shipping, protecting the environment and passion for football

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

The Canada-based credit rating agency, however, lowered its GDP prediction to 2.2% for 2025

The Olympiacos owner returns for his third tenure at the helm of the pro football Super League, receiving the most votes over Giannis Alafouzos

The only forest patch on the otherwise arid isle lying off the east coast of the Peloponnese was allegedly set ablaze by fireworks fired from mega-yacht

Climate Change, Terrorism and Hooliganism threaten to cast a dark shadow over the highly anticipated summer of sport

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

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

Reduced VAT rate of 13%, from the maximum 24%, aims to support efforts to stem skyrocketing cost-of-living

The 3.2billion euro deal is the largest energy transaction on the Athens Stock Exchange and one of the largest in the European renewables market

The Cycladic Island of Mykonos and the Ionian Island of Paxos were the priciest destinations to buy a home in May 2024

One notable project, called the Great Sea Interconnector, aims to link Greece, Cyprus and Israel via underwater electrical cables