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Cyprus sees 31% jump in house sales
Home sales in Cyprus surged 31% in 2023 from 2022, the highest increase among European Union countries, according to data released by Eurostat, the EU's statistical service.
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Could heat be driving away tourists – How climate crisis affects tourist season
Rising temperatures are changing habits, particularly for tourists who, in search of cooler summer moments, are now favoring previously lesser-known northern destinations over traditionally popular ones.
The Shift in Tourist Preferences
Concern over whooping cough surge
Amid an alarming outbreak of whooping cough, the Health Ministry is urging all pregnant women to get vaccinated against the disease.
Since the beginning of the year until mid-June, 264 cases of whooping cough were recorded in Greece, compared to just nine reported throughout 2023.
Of the 264 cases, 34 were reported in the first 13 days of June.
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EU study: Greeks least satisfied with amount of leisure time
Greeks are the least satisfied among their EU peers with the amount of of free time that is available to them, according to a 2022 Eurostat online publication that focuses on quality of life indicators published on Friday.
Volvas, the women prophets who guided the Vikings
The Vikings were fearless warriors, traders and explorers. But few realise their restless spirits were guided by powerful women.
Seers and sorceresses known as "volvas" played a central role in Norse society and a spotlight is finally being shone on their shadowy influence in a ground-breaking show at Denmark's National Museum.
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Putin says that Russia will resume the production of medium-range missiles
President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Russia will resume the production of short and medium-range
Top Turkish designers to be on view in Denmark
Global Views, a platform company specializing in artisan showcases around the world, will be hosting a Turkish Designer Showcase in the ritzy resort town of Hornaek, Denmark between July 2 and 5.
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Nedimovic resigns as Football Association of Serbia vice-president
BELGRADE - Branislav Nedimovic resigned as vice-president of the Football Association of Serbia (FSS) on Thursday, the Sport klub Internet portal reports.
Quoting several sources, Sport klub also said FSS Secretary General Jovan Surbatovic had also stepped down.
Bulgaria Eyes 2026 for Euro Adoption, Says Finance Minister
Bulgaria is expected to adopt the euro at the beginning of 2026, rather than mid-next year as previously forecasted. This update was provided by acting Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Ludmila Petkova, who emphasized the need for technological time to meet the final criterion for euro adoption.
No prospective euro members meet criteria to join, ECB says
None of the countries that have yet to join the euro meet all accession criteria and many have even diverged from the long-set rules of euro membership, the European Central Bank has said in a report on prospective members.