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Tax Authority Uncovers 110 Violations in Athens Riviera Hospitality Sector

Inspectors from Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue conducted targeted audits of hospitality businesses along the Athens Riviera, uncovering 110 tax violations and...

The Elliniko Skyscraper: A Monument to Urban Contradiction in Athens

A new skyscraper in the seaside Athens suburb of Elliniko has ignited a fierce debate, challenging conventional notions of architectural integration and urban...

Dozens More Migrants Reach Crete, Alarming Athens Amid Rising Flows

Dozens more migrants were rescued off the southern island of Crete on Monday, June 1, 2026, adding to thousands who have arrived this...

ARCAthens Announces Fall 2026 Residency Open Call with Increased Support from SNF

ARCAthens has announced the open call for its Fall 2026 Athens Residency, expanding to a three-month format with enhanced financial support for participating...

Nuclear Shipping Gains Momentum as Lloyd’s Register Hosts Roundtable in Athens

Lloyd's Register (LR) hosted a high-level roundtable at Posidonia 2026 in Athens, bringing together maritime, nuclear industry, and international regulatory leaders to advance...

Teenage Gang Attacks 20-Year-Old Woman in Monastiraki, Athens

A 20-year-old woman was attacked and robbed by a teenage gang in Monastiraki, Athens. The four assailants, aged 14 and 16, were arrested...

Forget the Plane: “Mega-Metro” Connects Athens to 40 European Cities

The ambitious Starline project proposes a "mega-metro" network across Europe, connecting Athens with 40 cities via high-speed rail. This initiative aims to reduce...

New Fines for Fare Evasion in Athens and Thessaloniki Public Transport

New fines for fare evasion in Athens and Thessaloniki public transport came into effect on Saturday, May 30, 2026, aiming to reduce ticket...

Athens Launches ‘Upgrade Athens’ for Digital and Urban Transformation

Athens has launched an ambitious digital and urban transformation program called 'Upgrade Athens' to make the capital more functional, sustainable, and citizen-friendly. The...

17km Cycling Path from Gazi to Kifissia Approved in Athens

A new 17-kilometer metropolitan cycling path connecting Gazi to Kifissia has received the green light in Athens, with 6 million euros allocated for...

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