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Athens hosted the grand finale of Sing for Greece 2026 tonight, where 14 finalists competed…
Greece’s race to select its entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 reached a dramatic…
As Eurovision 2026 approaches, Greek fans and music lovers are buzzing with anticipation about which…
Seven artists have qualified from the first semi-final of Sing for Greece and will compete in Sunday’s national final to represent Greece at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna.
Greeks abroad can now vote in Sing for Greece 2026! ERT introduces online voting with ONCE, allowing diaspora Greeks to help choose Greece’s Eurovision 2026 entry — a historic step for global Greek unity.
Klavdia performs in the First Semi-Final, Tamta joins the ERT Orchestra in the Second Semi-Final, Antigoni presents Cyprus’s Eurovision 2026 song live for the first time, and Christos Mastoras closes the Grand Final – three special nights on 11, 13 & 15 February.
ERT will reveal the artists and songs for Greece’s 2026 national final on the newly rebranded Eurovision SK show, with the announcement expected on 13–14 or 20–21 December 2025.
The Greek Parliament on Wednesday approved, at the committee stage, the government’s bill to modernise…
ERT receives 264 songs for Ethnikos Telikos 2026, Greece’s national selection for Eurovision. 14 acts will compete in the grand final after two semi-finals with public and jury voting.
Popular and gorgeous Greek television presenter Eleni Menegaki was born on October 29, 1969. Over…
A chilling video capturing the murder of 41-year-old Garyfallia outside a Patras hotel in November 2024 has been released, showing her 50-year-old partner allegedly striking her unconscious. The trial began October 10, 2025, in Amaliada, as her family demands justice.
In a major crackdown on fuel smuggling, the Hellenic Police’s Organized Crime Division, known as the Greek FBI, arrested at least 20 suspects across Greece. Targeting gas stations and warehouses in Attica, Thessaloniki, and beyond, authorities seized cash, tampered software, and smuggled fuel, exposing widespread tax evasion and consumer fraud.
Athens is grappling with an intense heatwave, as a thermal imaging drone recorded ground temperatures reaching a staggering 53°C above Attiko Alsos in Galatsi. Captured at 8:45 AM by ERT’s drone for the Connections program, the footage revealed stark contrasts, with cooler green spaces at 30–35°C and scorching urban surfaces hitting 40°C or more, underscoring the severity of the heatwave impacting Greece.
Greece’s Women’s Water Polo Team delivered a commanding 14-10 victory over the USA, securing their spot in the World Aquatics Championship final. Led by Vasiliki Plevritou’s four goals and bolstered by coach Haris Pavlidis’ strategy, the Greek squad outplayed a global powerhouse with passion and precision. They now await the winner of Spain vs. Hungary in the final on July 23, broadcast live on ERT, as they chase historic gold.
Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias convened an urgent session of the Council of Chiefs of…
Greece will not return to the Junior Eurovision Song Contest in 2025, continuing its absence since 2008 due to low public interest. The 23rd edition will take place in Tbilisi, Georgia, on December 13, 2025, with Croatia returning, while Estonia and Germany opt out.
Klavdia Celebrated by ERT for Eurovision 6th Place with “Asteromata”
Greek City Times Bureau
Published May 23, 2025
Klavdia returned to Athens after securing 6th place at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, receiving a warm welcome at “Eleftherios Venizelos” airport. Her powerful performance united Greeks worldwide, earning praise for its emotion and artistry. “6th place feels like a true victory,” she said, expressing gratitude for the support and reflecting on the Day of Remembrance for the Pontic Greek Genocide.
A 57-year-old homeless man died in central Athens after suffering a heart attack and a neck fracture, with video evidence showing restaurant staff dragging his body onto the street. The forensic report points to a fall down stairs, but the investigation continues as the owner and two employees face negligent homicide charges after attempting to clean the scene.
A fire broke out at an EYDAP construction site in Holargos, Athens, at 04:30 a.m., damaging six vehicles. Twelve firefighters extinguished the blaze, but suspicions of arson linger as authorities investigate the cause, according to ERT.
Klavdia’s breathtaking ‘Asteromata’ video debuted today on ERT, igniting Greece’s Eurovision 2025 campaign. Filmed in Kozani and Sounio’s Temple of Poseidon, the cinematic clip weaves a tale of loss and hope, inspired by her Pontic roots and the Tempe tragedy. Set for the Basel stage on 15 May, this starry-eyed anthem is already captivating hearts.
Composer Manolis Psaltakis threatens to legally ban singer Helena Paparizou from performing their Eurovision-winning hit “My Number One” after his name was omitted during a performance at the Greek national final. Psaltakis demands recognition and an apology for the alleged repeated oversight.
Following tonight’s Ethnikós Telikós 2025, Greece has officially chosen Klavdia, with her song “Asteromata,” as…
Marina Satti’s recent appearance in a TikTok video, singing her song “Anatoli” on the New…
Klavdia (Klavdia Papadopoulou) revealed that her Eurovision 2025 song “Asteromata” speaks about themes of displacement and refugees, reflecting her personal connection to her family’s history. In a heartfelt interview, she shared her excitement for the national final and discussed her collaboration with director Fokas Evagelinos. The 23-year-old hopes to represent Greece at the 69th Eurovision Song Contest with her deeply emotional entry.
Marina Satti will not be participating in the Eurovision 2025 national final, reportedly due to strained relations with ERT. As anticipation builds for the event on January 30th, the lineup promises a night filled with surprises, music, and excitement, despite her absence.
Twelve artists will compete in the Greek national final for Eurovision 2025, held at the Christmas Theater in Galatsi on January 30th. The winner will represent Greece in the Eurovision Song Contest with their chosen song. Competing artists include established names like Konstantinos Christoforou and rising stars such as BARBZ and Xannova Xan.
Greece has moved its Eurovision 2025 national final to January 30, a day later than originally planned.
Veteran Greek journalist Kostas Hardavellas passed away at age 79. Known for his work at “Ta Nea” newspaper and his television career, including the iconic “Oi Reporters” program, Hardavellas battled cancer in recent years. His wife shared a touching tribute.
