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πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

A Major Change in Civil Protection: Mitsotakis's Message from Alexandroupolis

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlighted the significant reforms in civil protection during a speech in Alexandroupolis, emphasizing the new 'Active Battle' legislation.

Feb 26 β€’ 16:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

AADE: Deadline for ship tax declarations and payments extended until the end of April

The deadline for the submission of ship tax declarations and payment of the first installment of the first category ship tax has been extended to April 30, 2026, according to a joint decision by Greek officials.

Feb 26 β€’ 15:45 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

"Mega Stories" with Dora Anagnostopoulou tonight at 00:40 - The mental health of teenagers: The unseen struggles of a generation

The program "Mega Stories" explores the mental health of Greek teenagers, highlighting the silent battles they face amid modern pressures.

Feb 26 β€’ 15:12 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
Crime & Justice

Rentis: An 85-year-old pulled a gun and threatened students - Documentary video

An 85-year-old man in Rentis threatened students with a gun during an incident at a local school, which was captured on video.

Feb 26 β€’ 14:31 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Athletics: National coach Kostas Gantzias has passed away

The Greek athletics community mourns the loss of Kostas Gantzias, a distinguished coach who significantly contributed to the sport.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:47 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
Sports

Everything for the qualification of PAOK and Panathinaikos

Greek teams PAOK and Panathinaikos face away matches in the Europa League playoff return legs this Thursday (26/2).

Feb 26 β€’ 13:41 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Alexis Charitsis: Today's judicial decision on wiretaps exposes the government

Greek politician Alexis Charitsis praised the court's decision on wiretap cases as a victory for democracy and the rule of law, while asserting that the government remains exposed in this scandal.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:39 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The great 'theatrical man' Kostas Dalianis has passed away

The Greek theater community mourns the loss of famed director and educator Kostas Dalianis, known for his commitment to political theater and education.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:37 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

What changes for pensions of uniformed personnel and public employees – Tax-free oil through mobile phones for farmers starting November 1

The Greek government has proposed significant tax and pension legislative changes affecting military personnel and rural farmers.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:34 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

A. Tsipras on wiretaps: The real perpetrators will find it hard to escape accountability

Former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras criticizes current leaders over a court decision related to wiretapping, suggesting they will ultimately face justice.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:31 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

M. Apostolaki: The Investigation was Orchestrated by New Democracy as a 'Cleansing of Responsibilities'

Milena Apostolaki accused New Democracy of orchestrating the investigation into the OPEKEPE scandal as a cover-up of responsibilities rather than a means of uncovering the truth.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:21 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Aphrodite Latinopoulou: A 43-year-old identified for insults and incitement to violence against her

A 43-year-old man has been identified and charged for insulting and inciting violence against Greek MEP Aphrodite Latinopoulou.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:15 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

What the bill for regulating the gambling market entails – Fines of up to €800,000, automatic website 'locking', and checks on influencers

The Greek government has introduced a bill aimed at combatting illegal gambling with significant penalties and enhanced regulatory measures.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:07 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
Sports

The Greek press does not promise to praise Kaunas: 'Ε½algiris' is not a giant

Despite Kauno 'Ε½algiris' defeating Olympiacos in EuroLeague games, Greek sports commentators did not elevate their status.

Feb 26 β€’ 12:39 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Curtains with nails for the OPEKEPE investigative committee – The next steps

The Hellenic Parliament's investigative committee into OPEKEPE concluded its five-month sessions with opposing reports from the ruling majority and opposition parties.

Feb 26 β€’ 12:26 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Agricultural University of Athens: 12,375 undergraduate degree titles available on gov.gr

The Agricultural University of Athens has made 12,375 undergraduate degree titles available digitally through the government portal gov.gr.

Feb 26 β€’ 11:39 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Kozani: Theft from chapel solved – Legal case against a 47-year-old

Police in Kozani have solved a theft case involving the chapel of a local church, leading to legal action against a 47-year-old Greek national.

Feb 26 β€’ 11:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

KKE Report in the Inquiry Committee for OPEKEPE: Conscious Decision of ND to Avoid Investigation of Ministers' Criminal Responsibilities

The Greek Communist Party (KKE) accuses the ruling New Democracy party of deliberately avoiding accountability for ministers involved in the OPEKEPE scandal.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:59 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kerameos: New employment program with 2,000 job openings in Eastern Macedonia-Thrace

The Greek Minister of Labor announced a new subsidized employment program aimed at creating 2,000 jobs in Eastern Macedonia and Thrace to address unemployment in the region.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:31 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kostas Voutsas died today – The shocking story of the grandfather who was killed by the Turks because he refused to wear the fez

This article commemorates the life of Kostas Voutsas, a beloved Greek actor, and reflects on the historical significance of his grandfather's resistance against Ottoman rule.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:06 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Lloyd’s Register: A New Era for the Hellenic Advisory Committee with Ioanna Prokopiou as President

Ioanna Prokopiou has officially taken up her role as president of the Hellenic Advisory Committee of Lloyd’s Register, marking a significant collaboration with the Greek shipping community.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:50 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Nikos Makropoulos: Health issue for the famous singer

Nikos Makropoulos is facing health problems, leading to the cancellation of his scheduled performances at the 'Votanikos' venue in Greece.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:50 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mitsotakis' remarks towards critics of agreements with Chevron, Exxon: 'Let not the professional worriers be disturbed'

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis defended the agreements with Chevron and ExxonMobil during a cabinet meeting, pushing back against critics and emphasizing Greece's strategic role in European energy distribution.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

OPEKA: Payment of February Benefits Tomorrow

The Greek Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family announces that the payment of February benefits will occur on February 27, with various categories of aid being distributed to tens of thousands of recipients.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU Commission approves Greek state aid of 400 million euros for business investments in clean technologies

The EU Commission has approved a 400-million-euro state aid scheme to support strategic investments in clean technologies in Greece.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:22 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

New Board of Directors at EPES

The Greek Union of Owners of Tourist Boats has elected a new board, marking a leadership change after 17 years.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:12 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

This Sunday with VIMA: The etymological dictionary of Babiniotis, the book 'Eleni Glykantzis-Arverler 600 pencils and 10 poems' & BHMAgazino

The upcoming Sunday edition of 'To Vima' features exciting offers including Babiniotis's etymological dictionary and a special book honoring Eleni Glykantzis-Arverler.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Journalist Antigone Panelli has passed away

Journalist Antigone Panelli has died unexpectedly at the age of 57.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:43 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Exchange: With a good morning, it regains the 2,300 points – Focus on Piraeus Bank and OTE

The Athens Stock Exchange remains positive as optimistic fundamentals support a recovery to the 2,300-point level.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:39 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Mitsotakis' jab at Samaras: 'Let some professional worrywarts not be disturbed'

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addressed recent comments by Antonis Samaras, emphasizing Greece's strategic role in the natural gas market while criticizing those who express undue concern about the country's agreements.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:36 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

BOAK: Road safety interventions in 3 sections

A new program to improve road safety on three high-risk segments of the North Road Axis of Crete has been approved by the Greek Minister of Infrastructure and Transport.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:27 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Zacharidis after the conviction for the wiretapping: 'Who put these four to do the job?'

SYRIZA spokesperson Kostas Zacharidis questioned the government's involvement in illegal wiretapping following a court ruling on the matter.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:19 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Breaking: Reuters reports an American official stating that the US aircraft carrier Gerald Ford is leaving the port of the Greek island of Crete for Haifa.

The US aircraft carrier Gerald Ford is reported to be departing from Crete, Greece, heading towards Haifa, according to an American official cited by Reuters.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:57 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Clothing - Textiles: Exports decreased by 7.2% in 2025

Greek exports in the clothing and textile sector fell by 7.2% in 2025 due to inflation and changes in consumer behavior.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:53 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Energy and Prices Bring Conflict Between Mitsotakis and Androulakis – The First Duel of 2026

A debate focusing on energy prices will take place between Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:50 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
Crime & Justice

Karditsa: A bag with bones found in a hospital dumpster

Human bones were discovered in a garbage bag thrown into a dumpster near the Karditsa hospital in Greece.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:49 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Kyrianakis: 'They wanted a new Tempe – Sabotage on the OSE, on the Athens-Thessaloniki line'

Greek Transport Minister Konstantinos Kyrianakis reported a sabotage incident on the Athens-Thessaloniki railway line, which could have had deadly implications, just days before the anniversary of the tragic Tempe rail disaster.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:04 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

A milestone agreement between ONEX–Hanwha

A cooperation agreement was signed between ONEX Shipyards & Technologies and Hanwha Power Systems in a move aimed at enhancing energy security and collaboration in Greece and beyond.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:03 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Lyrical Goes to School!

A new educational program called 'The Lyrical Goes to School!' has been launched by the Greek National Opera aimed at introducing elementary school students in the Attica region to the world of opera.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Make Delicious Lenten Tahini Pie

The article describes a recipe for a nutritious and simple Lenten tahini pie, perfect as a snack or dessert.

Feb 26 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Greek Asylum System: Independent but Often Targeted by Political Controversy

The Greek Asylum System, established in 2013, faces ongoing political scrutiny and controversy, reflecting deep divides in governmental and public perspectives on asylum policies.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:59 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Avramar: Greek-Spanish 'War' Over Revenues and Use of the Name

There is an escalating conflict between Greek and Spanish subsidiaries of Avramar regarding brand exploitation and financial revenue management.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:55 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The front pages of newspapers today, Thursday, February 26, 2026

The article presents a summary of the main headlines from various Greek newspapers on February 26, 2026.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:35 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Today’s meeting of Gerapetritis with Rubio: 'Greece at the forefront of international initiatives'

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis is set to meet with U.S. counterpart Marco Rubio in Washington as part of a critical three-day visit aimed at enhancing Greece's role in international diplomacy.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
Life & Tech

This Week's Movies: Loneliness in the Presidency, at the Wedding, in Judo

Recent films spotlight themes of solitude within high political office and personal relationships, featuring noteworthy performances and directions.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:21 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greek shipping shares soar in US market due to strong freight rates

Greek shipping companies are experiencing a surge in stock prices in the US market due to exceptionally high freight rates, which have boosted their cash flows and valuations.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:17 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Archaeological Museum of Ithaca is Fully Upgraded

The Greek Ministry of Culture is modernizing the Archaeological Museum in Vathi, Ithaca, as a vital step for its reopening.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Exchange: In the Wake of Big Tech, Profile Stock Follows

The stock of Profile has experienced fluctuations similar to those of Wall Street's technology stocks, showing a recent increase but remaining below historical highs.

Feb 26 β€’ 04:20 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· To Vima
National & Local

Who ignores Samaras and who whispers about Dendias

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the airing of a documentary featuring an interview with a member of the infamous terrorist organization "17 November," igniting significant debate among the victims' relatives and the media.

Feb 26 β€’ 02:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
Sports

In the Challenge Cup Final, the Girls of Panathinaikos

Panathinaikos' women's volleyball team has advanced to the Challenge Cup final after defeating Panionios 3-2 in the second leg of their semifinal match.

Feb 25 β€’ 21:32 UTC

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