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New distinction for Greek shipping – Yannis Xylas elected president of INTERCARGO

Another international distinction for Greek shipping. Yannis A. Xylas, a traditional Greek shipowner, was elected president of the International Barge Owners Association-Intercargo, succeeding another traditional shipowner, Dimitris Fafalios.

The election took place during the Association’s Annual General Meeting held in London yesterday, Wednesday 15 October.

Lignadis’ appeal for rape conviction postponed to March

The Court of Appeals in Athens has postponed the appeal of Dimitris Lignadis, the former artistic director of the National Theatre of Greece, for rape to March 21, 2025.

The court granted the postponement because one of the three plaintiffs resides and works abroad and would be unable to attend the trial for six months.

Dimitris Kokotas: He is in a coma for five months – He still has no contact with his surroundings, says his wife

Dimitris Kokotas has been in a coma for five months, following his health ordeal in March.

Speaking on the show ‘Live News,’ the singer’s wife talked about his health condition, explaining that it remains stable.

Greece’s tourism model and the transition to a more innovative economy

While summer may be winding down, water scarcity, overcrowded streets and rising housing costs are infuriating locals across southern European countries - especially those that rely on tourism. Greece is no exception, and we are seeing reactions to overtourism not only on Greece's top island destinations, but also in cities like Athens.

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