The legalization of civil marriage in Greece in 1982 faced fierce opposition from the Church and conservatives, much like today’s debate over same-sex marriage. Despite initial resistance, it became widely accepted, highlighting how social progress, though contentious, is essential to democracy.
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Katerina Sakellaropoulou is set to conclude her term as Greece’s President amidst debates on her effectiveness. Although supported by figures like Alexis Tsipras, her legacy remains contentious, highlighted by her support for same-sex marriage. As she prepares to leave office, what does the future hold for this pivotal political figure?
A high school teacher in Lavrio, Greece, has been suspended for allegedly distributing homophobic leaflets during a religious education class. The leaflets claimed that “homosexuals are worse than murderers,” sparking public outrage after students informed their parents. Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis condemned the teacher’s actions, stating that schools must uphold respect and learning. The incident has also led to complaints from parents regarding the teacher’s conduct, including allegations of physical misconduct.
THESSALONIKI, Greece: Over 15,000 people turned out in Thessaloniki on Saturday for the city’s EuroPride…
A luxury apartment on Leventi Street in Kolonaki has become the center of political controversy following its purchase by Tyler McBeth, the husband of SYRIZA president Stefanos Kasselakis. The transaction, amounting to 1.76 million euros, was completed through an interbank transfer from abroad, initially involving the procedures for acquiring a Golden Visa in Greece. Despite Kasselakis’s claims in a recent interview that the purchase was solely funded from his own earnings, political opponents have scrutinized the transaction for financial transparency and inconsistencies.
Main opposition SYRIZA leader Stefanos Kasselakis and his husband, Tyler McBeth, have announced their upcoming…
A recent report has highlighted a disturbing surge in racist violence within Greece, amidst growing…
Greece’s tourism landscape undergoes a colourful transformation as Visit Greece, the official website of the…
With the European elections looming, the resurgence of the far-right movement in Greece has become…
A large-scale demonstration erupted in Thessaloniki, Greece, condemning a recent violent attack against two transgender…
In a landmark moment for LGBTQ+ rights in Greece, a Greek novelist and his partner…
A long-awaited dream became reality for a Greek lesbian couple in Athens on Thursday when…
In a move escalating tensions, Church authorities in Corfu imposed a religious ban on two local…
The ‘Golden Dawn’ Youth Front has threatened New Democracy MP Stratos Simopoulos over his vote…
Arriving to attend the Permanent Holy Synod, which begins today, when asked by journalists about…
This momentous occasion follows Greece‘s historic decision in February 2024 to legalise same-sex marriage and…
The first marriage of a same-sex couple took place in Nea Smyrni after the relevant…
An extraordinary Priestly Synod was held in the Piraeus Diocese – The MPs are called…
The communiqué is signed by countries from Europe, North and South America, Oceania and Africa,…
The wedding will take place in Nea Smyrni. The first notification for the marriage of…