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Greece
Multi-Purpose Bus for the Homeless Starts Athens Routes
A bus that will be offering services to the homeless of Athens will soon start routes to aid citizens in need.
The bus is equipped with toilets, showers and a first aid clinic with medical staff and will be making...
Art
‘3,000’ Reasons to Love the New Greek Short Film
The Greek short film “3000” was shown during a private screening for the media held at DDP & Deluxe International Studios production company. It is a special short film written and directed by acclaimed Greek-Australian director Antonis Tsonis, starring...
Art
A Walk Around Athens' Lesser-Known Museums
Athens is a city of great cultural significance, with a recorded history of at least 3,400 years. The cultural heritage of the city's classical era is still evident, represented by numerous ancient monuments and works of art, the most...
Greece
Greek Farmers Determined to Block Athens with Tractors
Greek farmers continue their protest actions against the security funds bill, determined to bring their tractors to the Greek Parliament on Friday, despite police ban.
A mass rally of farmers, professionals and workers is planned for Friday at Syntagma Square...
Crime
The Infamous 'Tsaki Tsan' Finally Caught
On Monday morning, the police finally managed to catch the infamous "Tsaki Tsan," a mobster that has been charged with a series of felonies since 2011.
The 51-year-old wanted man had been charged in the past with 38 years in...
Europe
BBC2 TV Series to Travel Across Greece in Symi, Crete and Mount Athos
BBC2 released a new travel television series about Greece, which is scheduled to air every Sunday. The series’ host, Simon Reeve will travel across the country in various “exotic” places.
The idea for the television series was formed a long time...
Greece
Greek Farmers Plan on Closing Roads Indefinitely, Gathering in Athens
Greek farmers unanimously decided to move their protests to Athens, according to farmer representatives from 68 roadblocks across Greece. According to the representatives, the farmers will travel to Athens with tractors and buses, where they plan on setting camp...
events
Greek Festival Showcases the 'Other Side' of Athens
While walking around Athens, people might easily see the ‘dark side’ of the city. The crisis, the homeless, and the trash present in many street corners, don’t paint the greatest picture. However, 42 Greek artists decided to organize a...
Economy
Pessimism at Athens Stock Exchange As Troika Reviews Greek Bailout Program
The Athens stock market experienced losses following the first meeting between Greek government officials and the country’s creditors, especially since there were no news on the negotiation front.
After a day of light trading, the Athens stock exchange general index...
Greece
Petrol Bombs at Greek Minister’s Home
Makeshift petrol bombs were thrown outside the house of Greek State Minister Alekos Flabouraris in downtown Exarchia, Athens, by a group of unknown assailants, according to Greek police.
The attack took place a few minutes past midnight, causing damage but...