George Prokopiou is experiencing a crescendo of shipbuilding orders after signing a contract for four bulk carriers plus two with option on behalf of the cargo arm of his group Sea Traders.
A cyberattack has been attempted on the information systems of the Hellenic Cadastre.
A judge has awarded $2 million in damages to the family of Greek-American Alex Chronis after the 76-year-old died from injuries sustained when he showered in a hotel in 2021 with water at a temperature of 65 degrees Celsius.
In a move that is expected to cause reactions and discussions, a beach bar in Halkidiki decided to impose a dress code on its customers.
For Halkidiki, at least, the imposition of a specific dress code on the beach seems outrageous, but it is a reality, since in the personal message sent by the store's management to those who wish to make a reservation, it is explicitly stated that non-compliance with the dress code may lead to the refusal entrance.
In particular, the said beach bar asks its customers, after 5 pm, to adopt "casual chic" clothing, but without clarifying this. This probably means that flip flops are prohibited and closed shoes or better sandals are required. Customers may be asked to wear linen shirts, trousers or a dress appropriate to the occasion. In fact, without sufficiently clarifying the attire, customers are informed that if their attire is not appropriate, they may not be allowed entry.
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Something that is in complete contrast even to the well-known beach bars of Mykonos, where visitors enjoy their entertainment without any restrictions on clothing.
This news comes at a time when the demands and prices on the beaches have changed radically. On the Athenian Riviera, according to a report on protothema.gr, the price increases for sunbeds are impressive. Today, to take a refreshing dip on an organized beach in Attica, one has to pay up to 220 euros for a set of sunbeds with an umbrella. And that, provided it has been booked in advance. It seems strange, but the usual terms of nightlife have been transferred to the beaches.
The 'front row table' has become a 'front row lounger', with sitting in front of the wave now a privilege. There are "reserve" sunbeds, often with "minimum consumptions" and strict attendance times to avoid canceling the reservation. The market's law of high demand is in full effect here too, with sunbeds on the beaches selling out quickly, especially at weekends. Entrepreneurs, realizing this trend, made sure to secure beach concession contracts, with the state collecting significant sums. Prices on some beaches are ten times higher than in previous years, which shows the change in demand and value of beachfront areas.
With these developments, it becomes clear that summer fun in Greece is changing, with new rules and increased requirements, both in terms of prices and clothing, and bathing for a family at one of the organized beaches is now a difficult task.
Thirty-year-old Princess Mahra of Dubai ended her marriage In an unusual way.
The decision to cancel her concert in Izmir, Turkey organized by the Turkish Education Foundation (TEV) because, according to Turkish media, a poster of Kemal Ataturk was displayed in the venue was taken by Despina Vandi on Wednesday night.
The hanging of Palestinian flags and the slogans that were heard in the ancient theater of Epidaurus were castigated by the Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiadis, in his post on X.
A plane flying from Hurghada, Egypt to Bristol, Britain, requested emergency landing permission at Heraklion airport on Wednesday afternoon.
Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni's intervention at Heraklion Hospital was prompted by an attack on a family of tourists vacationing in Crete. Kefalogianni has contacted the hospital's director to inquire about the health of the Greek-Canadian who was assaulted, expressing her concern to be conveyed to the family. According to reports, the Hellenic Police are close to apprehending the perpetrators. The young assailants allegedly assaulted the 49-year-old father, the 41-year-old mother and their two children, a daughter and a son.
Greek Night organized on the evening of Tuesday, July 16, 2024 in Athens Square, Astoria, by the new board of directors of the Federation of Greek Associations of Greater New York, chaired by Nomiki Kastanas offered a veritable oasis, in the middle of the summer heatwave .
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Investors showed keen interest in Wednesday's auction of a reissue of five-year Greek government bonds. Bids covered the asked sum (250 million euros) more than 3.5 times and the yield was 2.81%.
Vehicles were on Wednesday unable to cross the border into and out of Greek territory via the Evzones Customs Office in Kilkis, due to a fire that broke out at noon near the border between Greece and North Macedonia.
Tatiana Blatnik, founder of the mental health organisation "Breathe Hellas," launched a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about mental health .
American porn star Brandi Love apparently had a serious accident during her vacation in Greece, with her having to undergo a lengthy surgery and sharing her experience with her online friends.