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1. Aris holds AEK, so Olympiakos restores its lead

   Olympiakos has returned to the top of the Super League thanks to its win at Atromitos on Saturday and AEK’s draw at Aris on Sunday.

2. Hidden video rocks Cyprus EU presidency

   A secretly recorded video has triggered a political crisis in Cyprus, showing government officials discussing campaign financing methods and alleged sanctions evasion just one day after the country assumed the EU presidency.

3. Turkey in Gaza: What does this mean for Israel, Egypt and Greece?

   Behind closed doors, pressure has been exerted on Israel in recent days to agree to Turkey’s participation in the international stabilization force in the Gaza Strip.

4. The challenges of 2026 on the diplomatic chessboard

   Both for Greece and Turkey, 2025 was a relatively – if not very, even – successful year.

5. Blockades end, problems remain

   Barring a dramatic turn of events, we are witnessing the final hours of the farmers’ protests. After 40 days of blockades on roads, at customs points, and in airports, the farmers appear to be seeking a heroic exit, as it were, having evidently realized that they cannot expect any further concessions from the government.

6. A sweet walk through Athens’ most beloved pâtisseries

   We visit some of Athens’ classic patisseries to rediscover the iconic desserts that have shaped the city’s palate.

7. Mitsotakis to visit Madrid for talks with Spain’s Sanchez

   Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will visit Madrid on Monday for talks with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, marking the first visit by a Greek premier to Spain in 13 years.

8. Tailor-made plans for debtors

   AADE intends to create specific payment arrangements for everyone with dues to the state.

9. Blues Cargo | Athens | January 19

   Blues Cargo, one of Greece’s most authentic Chicago blues bands, returns to the Half Note Jazz Club (17 Trivonianou) for a special performance with internationally acclaimed Chicago bluesman Michael Dotson.

10. Cold snap set to sweep Greece with snow and north winds

    Authorities have issued an urgent weather warning as conditions are expected to worsen from Sunday afternoon, bringing a wave of cold, strong north winds and widespread snowfall.