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‘Anger does not produce institutions’
The new president of the Academy of Athens explains why Greeks’ relationship with the state remains problematic and how this distrust manifests itself politically. -
New electronic ticket and member card open up more cultural treasures
A new Culture Ministry initiative introduces an electronic ticketing system that expands the number of archaeological sites and museums it covers from the current 30 to 108, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) experiences, digital tours and specialized services for universal accessibility. -
Sister of murdered Foinikounda campsite owner sues nephew over will
The sister of a murdered camping resort owner has filed a lawsuit in a Kalamata court to declare his nephew an “unworthy heir,” according to ERT. -
All 313 detained after clashes outside Thessaloniki university released
All 313 people detained by police following serious clashes outside Aristotle University of Thessaloniki early Saturday were released later in the day, authorities said. -
Questions keep mounting over camera in Chios shipwreck
Unanswered questions regarding the failure to use critical surveillance equipment and rules of “engagement” dominated an emergency parliamentary session following a deadly migrant shipwreck near Chios. -
Education Ministry demands answers over violent clashes at Aristotle University
The Ministry of Education on Saturday demanded answers from authorities at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki within 48 hours following violent clashes outside the Faculty of Engineering that left more than 300 people detained by police. The ministry requested immediate and full information from the university’s rectorate, its administration and security bodies, as well as from […] -
Aristotle University denies party permission after violent clashes
Authorities at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki said they did not grant permission for any party, rejecting reports to the contrary following violent clashes outside the Faculty of Engineering that led to more than 300 police detentions early Saturday morning. -
Dendias holds meetings at India-EU forum in New Delhi
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias held a series of meetings during his official visit to India on Saturday. -
Students know math, struggle to apply it
Greek students may know mathematical theory, but many struggle to apply it in real life, according to research showing that about one in two complete compulsory schooling with low mathematical literacy. -
Plevris blames human smugglers for Chios boat tragedy, defends Coast Guard
Migration Minister Thanos Plevris on Saturday defended the Greek Coast Guard while placing responsibility for a recent incident off the island of Chios, which left 15 migrants dead, on human smugglers.

