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Record number of tourists expected in Greece for 2017, but competition remains fierce

A record-breaking 30 million international visitors are expected in Greece for 2017, but how do we fare against the competition from the five most formidable tourist foes?

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‘We can’t afford to lose another generation. Not one this talented’

Freedom Besieged focuses on the impact of the economic crisis on Greece’s youth. Now Panayiotis Yannitsos needs your help to share his work around the world.

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Greece gets a taste of Syrian cuisine

A victim of the refugee crisis, Barshank Haj Younes is making the most of being in Greece, cooking up a storm and introducing locals to the flavours of Syria.

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Greek veto on EU criticism of China’s human rights records

The move was seen to undermine the EU’s efforts to confront Beijing’s crackdown on activists and dissidents.

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Fotis Bobolas under investigation

Prosecutor freezes assets of Greek business mogul.

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Muslim prayers in Hagia Sophia condemned by Greek Foreign Ministry

The ministry released a statement saying that it was an “unacceptable challenge to the religious sentiments of Christians everywhere”.

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Willow Smith cleans up Greek beach of Antipaxi island

The young celebrity collected rubbish and debris with her mother and two friends.

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Leonard Cohen’s spirit lives on in Hydra

This tourist season the island expects many visitors on a pilgrimage to honour the memory and legacy of the beloved songwriter.

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Tensions rise in Athens Roma neighbourhood

It follows the accidental killing of an 11-year-old child.

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Sustainable schools on the rise in Athens

The initiative is seeing new life breathed into older buildings around Attica, giving students and teachers a pleasant environment, while boosting property values.

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