Aviation history takes flight in Tanagra
Athens Flying Week returns to Tanagra on September 5 and 6 for its 14th edition, bringing aircraft spanning eras of aviation history and several first-time appearances in Greece.
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August 26, 2026 The anatomy of an Ikarian panigyri
Ikarian panigyria – or panaÿria, as they are known locally – are a centuries-old institution, closely associated with religious feast days dedicated to Christ, the Virgin Mary or the saints. They are held on the feast days of parish churches and chapels built in their honor. Once the church service and religious rituals have concluded, […]
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GREECE
August 23, 2026 Greece moves Patriot battery to Crete amid Iran tensions
Greece is moving a Patriot air defense battery from the island of Karpathos to Crete to strengthen defenses around the strategically important Souda Bay area, according to sources cited by Kathimerini.
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GREECE
August 22, 2026 Greece in the grip of a heatwave
Greece has entered the grip of a heatwave, with temperatures locally expected to exceed 40 degrees Celsius.
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CULTURE
August 18, 2026 Greece’s ancient wonders glow under the August full moon
Greece’s archaeological sites, monuments and museums will open their doors under the August full moon on Friday, August 28, as the Culture Ministry holds its annual nationwide celebration for the 27th consecutive year.
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SPORTS
July 27, 2026 Greece makes history in Sydney to win first-ever World Cup Gold
The Greek men’s national water polo team claimed its first-ever major gold medal, defeating Hungary 15-14 in a thrilling World Cup final in front of passionated Greek fans.
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ECONOMY
July 23, 2026 Greece opens final section of E65 motorway after 18-year construction delay
Greece has completed a long-delayed motorway linking central Greece with the country’s northwestern regions, cutting travel times between Lamia and the Egnatia Odos highway near Grevena to about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
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TOURISM
July 6, 2026 When the Greek summer takes over Instagram
Scrolling through my phone, wedged into a packed subway car, I catch myself daydreaming about my summer vacation. Images flash across my screen in rapid succession – puppies, kittens, recipes, comedy skits, a little bit of everything – until, suddenly, I hear the sound of cicadas.
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ECONOMY
July 5, 2026 Greece remains among Europeans’ top choices
Greece consolidates its position among the top and most attractive destinations for European travelers, occupying fourth place in the European ranking of the top 10 countries. Greece’s strong appeal is reflected in a pan-European survey, which records the intentions and planning of consumers for the summer and fall tourism season.
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ECONOMY
July 4, 2026 Building on the Greece-India ‘strategic partnership’
“The Port of Piraeus can play an important role in strengthening India – Greece and India – Europe connectivity,” said Piyush Goyal, India’s union minister of commerce and industry, in an interview with Kathimerini.
