The iconic Athenian owl, replicated from the ancient tetradrachm, has taken flight in the collecting world. Certain Greek one-euro coins featuring this design, particularly those with a Finnish “S” mint mark, are soaring in value, fetching prices far exceeding their face value.
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According to a report by the Finnish newspaper Yle on Tuesday, NATO is deploying around…
The Greek prime minister was in Lapland, Finland, over the weekend to participate in the…
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis underscored the importance of border protection as a core component of Europe’s migration strategy during the North-South Summit in Finland. He highlighted the need for collective European action to address shared security and migration challenges, emphasizing the significance of additional funding and upcoming defense discussions at the European Council.
In 2023, Greece reported the highest rate of subjective poverty among individuals with low education levels in the European Union, with 81.8% of low-educated Greeks considering themselves poor. While countries like Finland and the Netherlands reported much lower rates, Greece’s figures underscore the urgent need for targeted education and poverty alleviation policies to address these deepening socioeconomic divides.
An undersea telecommunications cable connecting Finland and Germany has been severed, according to Finnish network operator Cinia. While the cause remains unknown, officials suspect external impact. Despite the break, internet traffic remains unaffected due to alternative data routes.
The Greek National Team secured a crucial 2-0 victory against Finland thanks to a four-minute blitz from Christos Tzolis and Tasos Bakasetas. Despite facing pressure, Greece capitalized on their opportunities, leaving Finland reeling.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis cautioned against outsourcing EU asylum policy to non-member countries as migration tops the agenda at a leaders’ summit. He highlighted the need for legal migration alongside efforts to curb irregular entries, emphasizing Greece’s labor shortages while addressing criticisms over treatment of asylum seekers.
Young Greeks are among the latest in the EU to leave their parental homes, with the average age being 30.6 years in 2023. This trend places Greece alongside countries like Croatia and Slovakia, where young people also gain independence relatively late. Additionally, Greece faces high overcrowding rates for young people, with a significant gap compared to the general population, highlighting ongoing housing challenges for the country’s youth.
The Greek national team, under the leadership of new coach Ivan Jovanovic, marked a strong start in the Nations League with a commanding 3-0 win against Finland. Featuring goals from quick turnovers and impressive teamwork, Greece showcased their skill and potential in an exciting match at the “C. Karaiskakis” stadium.
Greece ranks among the lowest in the European Union for online civic engagement, according to…
Employment trends in the European Union‘s fields of authorship, journalism, and linguistics have seen a…
In 2022, over half of Greece engaged in streaming TV or videos online, according to…
Meat prices in Greece rose by almost 6% nearly double the EU average, according to…
German project developer and plant operator Energiequelle GmbH is set to enter the Greek renewable energy market by establishing a new branch office in Athens.
Finland Ranked as World’s Happiest Country for 7th Consecutive Year, While US Drops in Rankings…
In a significant move, Greece recently enacted a new law aimed at modernising its military…
North Macedonia and Albania have recorded the lowest average IQ in Europe, according to the…
In an unprecedented move, the United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly voted to call for…
The short documentary ‘Changemakers’ by Chris Spyrou and St Euphemia College (SEC) won ‘Best Outreach…