Greece
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Greek broadband speed one of world’s lowest
A new global speed test index reveals Greece’s broadband speeds rank below developing countries.
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Two Greek museums vie for prestigious European award
The European Museum of the Year Awards are set to be held in May, with a possible Greek win.
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Convicted terrorist Koufodinas allegedly applying for second furlough
Dimitris Koufodinas who was granted a 48-hour furlough in 2017 is able to apply again after 60 days.
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Aegean Airlines saw a record making boost in passengers for 2017
For the first time in the airlines’ history, the number of passengers surpassed the 13 million mark.
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Greece at the best level of new US Travel Advisory Program as “least risky” country to visit
The new program tells potential travellers to “exercise normal precautions”.
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Ancient Athenian teenager’s face reconstructed for public display
The girl, Avgi meaning Dawn, is said to have lived during 7,000 BC.
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Free wi-fi for everyone on Athens buses, trams and trolleys
The project is expected to be completed by the fall of 2018.
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Greek coastguard seizes ship with 29 containers carrying explosive materials
The vessel, headed to Libya, was sailing off the coasts of Crete.
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‘Macedonia’ name dispute a national issue that cannot leave the Church of Greece indifferent
Greece’s Archbishop Ieronymos takes matters to the Holy Synod.
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The new FYROM name should not include the term ‘Macedonia’, stresses Mikis Theodorakis
The famous composer warns the Greek government not to betray the 1992 decision.