The first concerns the eurozone's growth rate in the second quarter of this year which, according to initial indications, shows clear signs of acceleration compared to the first quarter (0.3%). The second concerns the course of inflation which, despite remaining stagnant in April at 2.4%, is nevertheless estimated to ...

From an average of $4.15 billion in the three-year period 2017-2019, they reached $6.7 billion in the three-year period 2021-2023, an increase of 62% as the Greek economy experienced significant growth rates. In 2020, they had fallen to $3.2 billion, but this was due to the coronavirus pandemic that led to a halt i...

The number of unemployed persons amounted to 492,867, down by 47,319 compared with March 2023 (8.8%) and by 24,176 people compared with February 2024 (4.7%). For women, the unemployment rate fell to 13.8% from 14.6% in March last year and for men to 7.2% from 8.7%. By major age groups, in the 15-24 year old grou...

The Psara (a greek island) - once also called Psyra - has possibly named the area of Psiri. Although, according to another version, the name is derived by a caustic title that the citizens of other areas gave to the area's inhabitants - "psirides", meaning the second-rate people leaving there.

The only goddess that was not worshiped publicly, Hestia was the Goddess of Family, Domestic Life and Hearth. "Hestia" (def. derived from "House & hearth") also represented the alliance between colonies and the mother cities.

Odysseus Elytis, one of the greatest Greek poets and member of the literary generation of the 30s, was born on 2 November, 1911. In 1960 he was distinguished with the Government Award of Poetry and in 1979 with the Nobel of Literature.

Like all major metropolitan areas, the City of Athens has much to offer visitors in the way of shopping. We panelled Greek consumers to discover their preferences and experiences with the international chains that operate in the country in recent years.

When recalling the Athens of many years ago, we remember a less outlandish manner of the life led then. The change in this situation can only be positive from a gastronomic point of view.

Athens by night is something that has made the city famous for many decades. For someone to be able to state that they know about going out in Athens, they must have visited dozens of the most well known venues in the valley and surrounding areas.

Like all major metropolitan areas, the City of Athens has much to offer visitors in the way of shopping. We panelled Greek consumers to discover their preferences and experiences with the international chains that operate in the country in recent years.

In the country that gave birth to the Olympic Games, there are a large number of stadiums, athletic clubs, training centers and sports courts - many of which host major international athletic events.

Daphne's Restaurant on Lysikratous Square offers Greek and International cuisine. The indoor sitting room is quite attractive, but in the summer is more preferable to sit outside. A preferred destination of visiting public figures from the more

Marks & Spencer has a large variety of clothes, shoes, accessories, coats, jackets, sweaters and pajamas.. You come here to get a pair of pantyhose and end up buying a body lotion, a bra, cute slippers and you still feel a little stingy. more

Blue Bamboo is a famous Thai restaurant in Ano Petralona. The open kitchen offers fresh food and you can watch the Thai cook preparing the tasty dishes. These are marked by the level of spiciness, and the cocktails and desserts are also a dream. more

ArtZone42, located in Pagrati on Vasileos Konstantinos Avenue, was founded in 2007 and supports and promotes creators of art from Greece and abroad. In the small but fine gallery there are always exhibitions and art talks. more