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1. OFI’s extra-time win over PAOK gives it its second Greek Cup

   OFI Crete won on Saturday its second Greek Cup, beating PAOK 3-2 in extra time at the final held in Volos.

2. Sizable share capital increase by PPC

   Public Power Corporation (PPC) is proceeding with a share capital increase of €4 billion.

3. So, how do we ‘do things in Greece?’

   This happened in the news last week: Greece’s farm subsidy scandal was pushed aside for a day to give way to the comments of the European Public Prosecutor who brought it to light.

4. Cartoon (25/04/2026)

5. Foreign companies in China face politicizing challenge, Athens audience is told

   Foreign companies investing in China suffer the same fate as the Chinese private enterprises.

6. Four held over marijuana-growing ring

   Four people have been arrested for allegedly growing and trafficking marijuana in the northwestern town of Ioannina, police said Saturday.

7. Giving ‘second chances’

   No one benefits from debts that remain uncollected – neither the state nor the trapped debtor. That is why the law must facilitate those who want to repay their dues.

8. Researchers address disability needs in climate disasters

   Rising climate-driven disasters are increasing anxiety among the wider public, but families of children and young people with disabilities face compounded challenges, often left unsupported during emergencies.

9. PM says Greek-French ties a model for EU

   Greece’s relationship with France is the strongest with any of its 26 partners in the European Union, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said at the close of French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Athens Saturday.

10. State package aims to contain ferry fares

    Shipping Minister Vassilis Kikilias presented measures to support coastal shipping, amounting to €55-57 million.