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Paris Olympics Threatened by Cyberattacks

Commentary by Neli Rašović, Vice-President of Women4Cyber Montenegro As the world eagerly anticipates the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, it's crucial to recognize the multifaceted challenges posed by cybersecurity threats. While the Games symbolize unity, excellence, and global celebration, they also...

Greece Plans to Deploy Anti-Drone System Similar to Israel’s Iron Dome

Greece plans to deploy an anti-drone system similar to the Israeli Iron Dome, Defense Minister Nikos Dendias revealed on Wednesday. Speaking on SKAI TV Dendias said that the "plan is under way." He added that by observing the wars in Ukraine...

Workers in Greece Strike in Protest to the Rising Cost of Living

Labor Unions in Greece have called a 24-hour strike on Wednesday in protest of the rise in the cost of living that affects hundreds of thousands of workers. "We cannot live with dignity" is the central message of the protest...

Greece ‘First in Europe’ to Ban Bottom Trawling in All Marine Protected Areas

Greece will ban bottom trawling in all of its marine protected areas by 2030, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Tuesday, making the the country the first in Europe to announce such a ban. Speaking at the Our Ocean...

Olympic Flame Begins Journey From Ancient Greece to Paris

The Olympic Flame, the symbol of the Olympic Games, is being lit on Tuesday in Ancient Olympia and begins its long journey to Paris for the Summer Olympics. Some 600 dignitaries attend the ceremony, headed by Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou...

Israel Versus Iran: Geopolitical Implications for Greece

The increasingly tense standoff between Iran and Israel, which now threatens to escalate into open conflict, poses several distinct challenges for Greece. Given Greece's geostrategically important position at the maritime crossroads between Asia, Africa, and Europe, any wider conflagration in...

Cruise Ship Cancels Santorini Visit Due to Overcrowding

A massive cruise ship that can carry thousands of guests announced over the weekend it is canceling its planned visit to Santorini due to overcrowding. The Sun Princess, a cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises, has notified its guests that...

Greek Flag Proudly Raised in New York Prior to Annual Parade

On Friday, two days before the annual Greek parade in New York celebrating Greek Independence, the ceremony of raising the Greek flag at Bowling Green, Manhattan, took place as part of the official events. The ceremony's highlight was the presence...

Greece Faces Probe Over EU Recovery Funds Fraud

Greek and EU authorities are investigating allegations of fraud linked to the way €2.5 billion in EU funds has been awarded to just 10 companies in Greece, Politico revealed earlier this week. The funds are related to the EU Recovery...

Golden Visa Applications Surge as Americans ‘Flirt’ With a Greek Passport

Golden Visa applications in Greece are surging before the changes introduced recently take effect, as reports say that wealthy Americans are increasingly looking for supplementary passports. New applications for five-year residence permits through the Golden Visa program continue unabated in...

Turkey Disputes Greece’s Sovereignty Over Aegean Marine Park

On Tuesday Turkey contested the plan by Greece to establish a new marine park in the Aegean Sea saying that Athens does not have sovereignty over islands within the region. “We recommend Greece not to involve the outstanding Aegean issues,...

Wreath Ceremony of the Boston Marathon Highlights Ties With Greece

The 128th Boston Marathon which will be run on Monday, April 15 has a special significance for Greeks in America. Begun in 1897, the event was inspired by the success of the first marathon competition in the 1896 Athens...