New UK passport rules from Feb 25 require dual nationals from Spain and Greece to show a British passport or pay £600 for a certificate.
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The man who conned an entire Greek island—and even his own wife—into believing he was…
2025 Gold Sovereign with ΕΛ Privy Mark: Royal Mint & Piraeus Bank Launch Limited Edition for Greece
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has threatened action against Elon Musk’s X, including a potential nationwide ban, after Grok AI was used to generate illegal child sexual abuse images and non-consensual deepfakes. Starmer called the content “disgraceful and disgusting,” instructing Ofcom to keep “all options on the table” under the Online Safety Act.
On the ninth anniversary of George Michael’s 2016 Christmas Day passing, stories of his secret generosity— from millions to charities to life-changing gifts for strangers—continue to emerge and touch hearts.
The British Museum’s new “decolonizing” loan program, starting with 80 ancient artifacts sent to India, is criticized as a superficial gesture that avoids true restitution of looted treasures like the Parthenon Sculptures, retaining control while imposing conditions on source communities.
The British Museum has confirmed that the Parthenon Sculptures will remain on public display throughout its £1 billion renovation project, dashing Greek hopes that gallery closures might facilitate their return to Athens. Director Nicholas Cullinan stated that iconic objects like these must stay accessible, with plans to relocate them within the building if needed.
President Konstantinos Tasoulas addresses Greeks worldwide in his 2025 Christmas message, praising the Diaspora’s role in preserving Hellenism, celebrating UNESCO’s World Greek Language Day, and reaffirming Greece’s commitment to its global communities amid strengthening national and international ties.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis renewed Greece’s call for the reunification of the Parthenon Sculptures during talks with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper in Athens, while the two also discussed NATO defense, migration, and support for Ukraine.
The UK leads Europe with 109.06 reported rapes per 100,000 people, far ahead of Sweden and Iceland, per Restore Britain’s analysis of World Population Review data—though experts caution that higher figures often reflect broader definitions and better reporting rather than solely higher incidence.
Women and girls are being targeted by sexual predators in mixed-sex changing rooms, with reports of sexual assaults, rapes, and voyeurism prompting calls for more single-sex facilities.
December 10, 2025 A British mother drowned while on holiday in Greece after going for…
Paul McCartney has joined British MPs in opposing an EU proposal to ban terms like “burger” and “sausage” for plant-based products, arguing that qualifiers such as “vegan” or “vegetarian” are sufficient and that the restrictions hinder progress on health and environmental objectives.
British Museum chairman George Osborne says he remains optimistic about reaching an agreement with Greece on the return of the Parthenon Sculptures, calling the issue the museum’s most challenging dilemma in 200 years.
Savvas Rotsidis (1935 – November 25, 1958), from the village of Mammari near Nicosia, was a dedicated member of EOKA, the Greek-Cypriot nationalist organization that fought for the liberation of Cyprus from British colonial rule and its eventual union with Greece. An accountant by profession, Rotsidis joined EOKA in 1955 and took part in numerous operations against British forces. Captured by the British in 1958, he was tortured but refused to betray his comrades. He was executed on November 25, 1958, becoming a martyr in the struggle for Cyprus’s independence.
Manchester United have bid €28 million for Olympiakos and Greece star Christos Mouzakitis, but Real Madrid remain favourites to sign the 18-year-old midfielder with Olympiakos holding out for at least €40 million.
Turkey’s “Blue Homeland” ambitions are hitting a wall as Greece unveils a missile-heavy “Achilles Shield” deterrence doctrine, Cyprus locks in EU-backed energy projects that bypass Ankara, and Brussels shuts Turkey out of the €150 billion SAFE defense fund amid Greek and Cypriot veto threats.
Corporate Travel Management (CTM) will reverse more than £77 million in revenue following contract irregularities in its European operations. CEO of UK and Europe Michael Healy has been temporarily stood down as the company investigates, while Managing Director Jamie Pherous outlines measures to strengthen governance and work with affected clients and auditors.
19-year-old Greek forward Stefanos Tzimas scored his first Premier League goal to seal Brighton’s 2-0 win at Nottingham Forest and became the 14th Greek player to score in the competition. Hours later he shared his joy on Instagram.
The U.S. State Department has ordered embassies in Canada, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand to report on the public-safety and human-rights impacts of mass immigration, calling it an “existential threat to Western civilization.”
Turkey and the UK have deepened military ties with a new TAI-BAE Systems drone deal, while Greece counters by signing a major UAV co-production agreement with Ukraine.
The Kremlin has openly threatened Greece after Athens signed a deal with Kyiv to co-produce naval sea drones, warning of an “appropriate response” to the move.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced major defence, financial and energy commitments following his visits to Greece, France and Spain, including guaranteed gas supplies from Greece, a major aviation deal with France and enhanced air-defence support from Spain.
Children born in the UK to illegal migrants and failed asylum seekers will be deported with their parents under sweeping new rules announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to remove “perverse incentives” for having kids to block removal.
Greek PM Mitsotakis stresses the imperative of the Parthenon Sculptures return to the Acropolis Museum, citing cultural reunification and growing UK support.
Prime Video’s Malice on Prime Video stars Jack Whitehall in a gripping psychological thriller filmed in stunning Paros, Greece. Explore the cast, plot, and why this revenge series captivates viewers worldwide. Now streaming all episodes.
The UK government is preparing to introduce sweeping asylum reforms that would require refugees to…
A new portrait has been released to mark King Charles III’s 77th birthday, capturing His Majesty at Sandringham as he continues royal duties despite ongoing treatment. The milestone also highlights his enduring bond with Greece through his family heritage and lifelong affection for the country.
A British couple cut short their Mykonos holiday after finding the island shut down in October, fleeing to Cyprus for sunshine and open venues—warning others not to trust summer photos on social media.
UK millionaire Lewis Crompton will move his business to Greece if taxes rise on Nov 26. He cites 5% dividend tax vs UK’s 39.35%, better weather, and hope. 1 in 8 SMEs plan to leave, per Rathbones.
