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Greek FM meets Blinken & signs Greece’s accession to the “Artemis” space program
Blinken expressed gratitude for the partnership between the US and Greece
Work-life balance key priority for Greek workers, survey finds
One in two Greeks say they would be willing to leave a job if it prevented them from enjoying their life, according to findings from Randstad's annual Workmonitor survey which showed that financial rewards are no longer the sole focus for local workers.
Concern over increased cases of strep and measles - Symptoms and complications
23 deaths in Greece from streptococcus, 11 of the victims are minors - Health authorities are alert to cover the vaccination and immunity gap
23 deaths linked to Streptococcus, including 11 children
Some 94 cases of streptococcus bacterial infection have been detected in the past 14 months, 23 of which resulted in death, among them 11 children under the age of 10, data from the National Organisation for Public Health (EODY) showed on Thursday.
Property owners miss out on ENFIA discount
Approximately one in two insured home owners in Greece will not secure the 10% reduction in the Single Property Tax (ENFIA) provided for those properties that have insurance coverage.
Union slams ‘blatant lack of protection’ for disabled people after YouTuber arrest
Greece's National Confederation of Disabled Persons (ESAMEA) denounced on Thursday the state's "blatant lack of protection of vulnerable citizens," following the arrest on Wednesday of a man for abusing disabled people on live streamed videos.
Greece’s housing crisis and the Golden Visa scheme
Over the past years Greece has seen a sharp increase in home prices and rents, with many talking about a housing crisis as Greeks are being priced out of the property market. This has put the spotlight on the Golden Visa scheme.
MEPs voice concern about the rule of law in Greece
The European Parliament on Wednesday called on the Commission to act over what it described as "grave concerns" about the rule of law in Greece, citing a hostile environment for journalists, the use of spyware against political opponents and journalists and abuse of power by the police.
MEPs adopted the resolution with 330 votes in favor, 254 against, and 26 abstentions.
Greece’s multidimensional reforms: Will they work?
From healthcare to education, from overhauling the judiciary to cracking down on tax evasion, the Greek government is undertaking a reform program to set Greece on a solid foundation for the future. The question is: Will it succeed?
Three injured, ambulance attacked in refugee camp brawl
Three people had to be rushed to hospital while a paramedic called to the scene was injured during a violent brawl between residents at a migrant and refugee camp in Serres, northern Greece, on Monday night.
Public sector union call for nationwide strike on Feb 28
Greece's largest public sector union ADEDY has called for a 24-hour nationwide strike on February 28 requesting, among others, pay rises and staff hirings in healthcare and education.
Gay marriage bill has wide support among MPs in committee debate
The Greek government's bill legalizing gay marriage and adoption rights is receiving widespread support among parliamentarians during a debate at the committee level on Monday.
Police puts ban in place for Golden Dawn’s Imia rally
Police have banned all public rallies and protest marches in a part of central Athens on Saturday and Sunday, due to fears of clashes at an event planned by neo-Nazi Golden Dawn to mark the anniversary of the 1996 Imia crisis, when Greece and Turkey almost went to war over the uninhabited islet.
Greece to take action against measles threat with targeted vaccinations
The National Organization for Public Health (EODY) in Greece is preparing a plan to prevent a potential measles epidemic through targeted vaccinations.
While Greece hasn't reported measles cases recently, concerns arise due to a European surge in 2023 and a historical pattern every 5-6 years.
Holy Synod warns of impact on family in letter to MPs
Ahead of the government's submission of a bill on same-sex marriage to Parliament, the Holy Synod of the Church of Greece sent a letter to 300 MPs reiterating its opposition, stressing the damage it will wreak on the institution of the family and children.