Greece Unveils 53 Church Treasures Returned by Bulgaria After 109 Years

The Greek Ministry of Culture presented the 53 church treasures that Bulgaria returned to Greece after 109 years, including precious Byzantine icons, an episcopal throne, elaborate processional crosses and others. The catalogued 53-piece collection includes church objects dating from the 16th to the

Greece Named World’s Best Country to Visit in Prestigious Travel Awards

Greece has been named the world’s best country to travel to by UK readers of Condé Nast Traveler, praised for its cuisine, beaches, hospitality and accommodation in the magazine’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. The country took first place with a score of 98.14, ahead of Japan (97.01) and Italy (96.48

‘I Would Die for the Greeks’, says Australian Soccer Legend Alan Davidson

“I would die tomorrow for the Greeks,” said Australian soccer legend Alan Davidson, causing a stir among the Greek community of Melbourne, ahead of Sunday’s Australian Cup final between South Melbourne FC and Melbourne Victory. During an Australian television interview, Davidson expressed, among oth

Young Greek Programmer Develops AI Tool to Track Government Spending

A Greek programmer wants to make checking municipal spending as simple as asking an AI a question with his tool, diafaneia.ai, that draws on public records and directs users toward the documents behind its answers. The aim: help citizens understand government decisions without navigating thousands o

Greece Plans to Ban Cash Payments for Courier Deliveries

Consumers in Greece will need electronic payment methods when paying couriers upon delivery, even for small purchases, under a government proposal. However, the measure still awaits parliamentary approval, and the Finance Ministry plans exemptions before implementation. The Ministry of National Econ

Church of Greece Sets Out Social Media Guidelines for Priests

The Church of Greece has outlined new principles for how priests should use social media, warning against personal branding, unverified information and the misuse of confidential pastoral relationships. The issue was discussed at a meeting of the Holy Synod of the Hierarchy, following a presentation

Greece Ranks Third in EU for Domestic Travel as 85% of Trips Stay Within Country

Greece recorded the third-highest share of domestic trips in the European Union in 2025, with 85% of overnight trips by residents staying within the country, according to figures released by Eurostat. France and Portugal also recorded domestic trip shares of 85%, while Romania led the EU at 89%, fol

Greece Hosts First Russian Club in European Team Sports Since Ukraine Invasion

Greece hosted a Russian club in an official European team-sport competition for the first time since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, as KOS-Sintez Kazan played a men’s water polo qualifier in Athens on Thursday. Kazan lost 14-13 to Serbia’s Partizan Belgrade, but its appearance drew attention beyond t

EU Gives Green Light for Greece’s €1 Billion Energy Investment Plan

EU finance ministers approved greater energy-spending flexibility for Greece on October 9, 2026, supporting Athens’ investment plans through 2028. Their decision extends an existing exemption under European fiscal rules to qualifying energy-security measures. Greece plans approximately €1 billion ($

US Confirms Greece’s Full Compliance With Visa Waiver Program Requirements

The USA has recognized Greece’s completion of Visa Waiver Program requirements, according to the Greek Citizen Protection Ministry. The ministry’s announcement acknowledges Greece’s completion of requirements following extended cooperation between the two governments. Robert Law, U.S. Under Secretar

Greece Named World’s Top Luxury Honeymoon Destination for 2027

Greece leads honeymoon destination ranking for 2027, ahead of Bali, the Maldives, Italy and French Polynesia. The country replaces Italy at the top, according to travel agency Forest Travel’s summary of the findings. The annual Luxe Report by global luxury travel network Virtuoso draws on insights f

One Dead, Another in Critical Condition After Motor Oil Refinery Incident in Greece

A contract worker died following a maintenance incident at Motor Oil’s refinery in Greece on Friday, October 9. A second worker remained in critical condition, the company confirmed. Both men worked for an outside contractor. The incident occurred Friday morning at the refinery, roughly 60 kilomete

Greek Library of London Opens Permanent Home in Camden

The Greek Library of London now welcomes readers to a permanent home for Greek books and cultural activities in Camden. The volunteer-run organization occupies third-floor premises at 2–4 Camden High Street, near Mornington Crescent station. Readers can visit by booking ahead. According to the libra

Greece Tops the World in Cosmetic Procedures Per Capita, Beating the US and Brazil

When you think of the world’s plastic surgery capitals, the United States, Brazil, or South Korea probably spring to mind. But what if the country leading the cosmetic enhancement race is better known for its ancient ruins, sunny islands, and Mediterranean lifestyle? Surprise! It’s Greece. Accordi

Gunmen Attack Greek Orthodox Town in Syria, Priest Narrowly Escapes Gunfire

Gunmen opened fire at homes in Syria’s predominantly Greek Orthodox(Rum) Christian town of Al-Suqaylabiyah on October 3, according to a Catholic charity. An Orthodox priest escaped unharmed, while the town’s Greek Orthodox parish priest urged residents to reject retaliation. The violence followed an

Giannis Antetokounmpo Shines in Miami Heat Home Debut but Admits “I’m Not There Yet”

The next chapter of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s career away from Milwaukee is officially underway, but adjusting to a drastically different environment takes time. Following his Miami Heat home debut, Giannis Antetokounmpo acknowledged that he is still adjusting to his new team. “I’m a little bit more c

Anna Vissi – Nikos Karvelas Feud Raises Questions Over Singer’s Musical Future

For decades, Anna Vissi and Nikos Karvelas built one of the most recognizable partnerships in Greek music. Now, a public dispute between the singer (Vissi) and the composer (Karvelas) behind many of her biggest hits has raised questions about what comes next. The disagreement began in the aftermath

Loukoumi of Syros: The Sweet of Greek Refugees That Conquered the World

In a world moving at a breakneck pace and with constantly shifting trends, there are flavors within Greek tradition that stand unshakeable against time, acting as living bridges connecting the past with the present. One of the most characteristic examples of this gastronomic and cultural endurance i

Only 8% of Jobs in Greece Are in Foreign-Controlled Companies, Lowest in EU

Only 8% of jobs in Greece’s market-producing businesses were in foreign-controlled companies in 2024, the lowest share in the European Union, according to data released Thursday by Eurostat. Across the EU, the figure was 16%, showing how much less of the Greek business workforce is employed by enter

Turkey’s Invasion of Cyprus Reveals a Pattern Repeated in Ukraine

Turkey’s invasion of Cyprus in 1974 and Russia’s war in Ukraine followed a similar strategy of political disruption, military intervention and efforts to make territorial gains permanent, according to a new study. The research, published in the journal Comparative Strategy, argues that countries see

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