Bulgaria to Complete Vertical Gas Corridor by 2026, Energy Minister Confirms

Bulgaria’s section of the Vertical Gas Corridor is progressing according to plan and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov announced. He underlined that the project is key to maintaining Bulgaria’s role as...

For India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor to succeed, Delhi must invest more in Greece and Cyprus

It was perhaps the central achievement of the G20 Summit in New Delhi hosted in 2023. On September 10, 2023, India, Saudi Arabia, the European Union, the United Arab Emirates, France, Germany, Italy, and the United States signed a memorandum of...

Immigration turmoil sparks workforce worries for many Michigan industries

In 2020, after the COVID pandemic began, so many foreign-born workers had trouble getting to their seasonal jobs on Mackinac Island that its hotels and restaurants felt a real pinch. “Restaurants would not open because there weren’t enough workers...

‘Bravo Colonello’ – A Musical Celebration of ‘OXI’ Day at the Greek National Opera

ATHENS – ‘Bravo Colonello’, the musical revue presented on the Alternative Stage of the Greek National Opera (GNO) the evenings of October 25 and 26, celebrated with songs and skits the triumph of Greek arms and of the whole Hellenic nation over...

The Bulgarian section of the Vertical Gas Corridor to be completed by end of 2026, Energy minister says

Bulgaria’s Vertical Gas Corridor project is on track for completion by the end of 2026, according to Energy Minister Zhecho Stankov, who stressed that it would help the country maintain its strategic position in South East Europe. Accompanied by...

Zhik Spirit of Adventure: How We Sailed the Greek Coast’s Hard Route

Nic Compton debates whether to sail his ketch Zelda through the Corinth Canal or around the exposed coast of the Peloponnese, the entrance to the Underworld in Greek mythology From Lefkada, on the west coast of Greece, it’s 150 miles to Aegina, on...

Greek energy sector interested in cooperation with Ukraine – Energy Ministry

Ukraine’s Minister of Energy Svitlana Hrynchuk met with Ambassador of Greece to Ukraine Pantelis Alexandros Dimitrakopoulos to discuss the state of Ukraine’s energy system following recent large-scale Russian attacks, as well as the country’s...

Laskaridis Shipping adds third MR tanker to orderbook, welcomes first Kamsarmax vessel

In a rare newbuilding update shared via social media, the prominent Greek owner revealed it now has three 50,000-dwt MR2 product/chemical tankers under construction at Zhoushan Changhong International Shipyard in China. Riviera first reported last...

Moldova to Import Gas from Caspian Sea and LNG via Greece, Says Energy Minister

Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu announced at the CESEC ministerial meeting in Bucharest that the Republic of Moldova will import natural gas from the Caspian Sea and liquefied natural gas (LNG) through terminals in Greece after integrating into...

OXI Day: Thessaloniki Parade Showcases Greece’s Advanced Military Tech

The parade takes place in the presence of numerous high-ranking dignitaries. Credit: Greek Reporter Thousands gathered in Thessaloniki for this year’s military parade on the anniversary of “OXI” Day, which commemorates the decisive “No” given by...

Greece forecasts stronger 2026 growth alongside continued debt reduction

Athens is humming with optimism as economists increasingly showcase a rosy picture of the economic future of the country. Having survived decades of tight austerity and foreign bailouts, Greece is currently in its best shape ever, forecasting...

High-tech agriculture solutions by Greek startups

ECONOMY BUSINESS Greek startups excel in agritechnology progress, offering advanced solutions to farmers. Augmenta has developed a system with multispectral cameras that is installed on the roof of tractors and, with the help of AI, understands...

Parades marking World War II campaign to close streets in Athens, Thessaloniki

Central Athens, Piraeus and Thessaloniki will close to traffic on Tuesday morning ahead of the student and military parades that will be held to celebrate Ochi Day. The national holiday commemorates 28 October 1940, when Greek leader Ioannis...

Greece Named ‘Short-Haul Destination of the Year’ in London

Greece has been crowned “Short-Haul Destination of the Year” at the prestigious Food and Travel Magazine Reader Awards, held in London on Oct. 20, 2025. The accolade recognizes Greece’s growing appeal as a nearby escape for British travelers...

[Greek Sailor Vangelis Staridas Reveals Harrowing Ordeal After Houthi Missile Attack on ‘Eternity C’ in Red Sea

Athens, Greece — Greek sailor Vangelis Staridas has shared chilling details of the 48 hours of terror he endured at sea following a violent missile attack on the commercial vessel Eternity C by Houthi militants in the Red Sea earlier this July....

Greek Yogurt vs. Regular Yogurt: Which Is Healthier?

When it comes to protein-packed foods, you really can’t go wrong with yogurt. It’s wildly versatile, working as a filling breakfast, a convenient snack, a savory meal topping, or an ingredient in baked goods. In addition to protein, yogurt...

McDermott Aviation’s firefighting fleet returns from Greece to bolster Australia’s bushfire readiness

As Australia prepares for a potentially severe bushfire season, McDermott Aviation’s world-class firefighting fleet has returned home from an international deployment in Greece, ready to protect communities across the country. Founded in 1982 and...

Greece's Finance Minister Says Joining Eurozone Requires Discipline, Reform, Credibility

In an interview for BTA, Greece's Minister of Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierrakakis said that joining the eurozone is not just an economic decision but also a political and strategic commitment that requires fiscal convergence, a deeply rooted...

Consumer Reports Finds Toxins in Protein Powders—Are Yours Safe?

A major investigation by Consumer Reports found troubling levels of toxic heavy metals — including lead, arsenic and cadmium — in popular protein powders. The findings carry heightened concern for Black Americans, who are more likely to use such...

Greek owner Efnav returns to newbuilding market with six-Kamsarmax order in China

27 Oct 2025by Georgios Georgiou Filippos Efstathiou-led Efnav has returned to the newbuilding market, signing a major contract in China with early delivery times The Greek owner has placed an order for six 82,000-dwt Kamsarmax bulk carriers at...