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Fresh produce, affordable prices and personal interaction keep Greece’s traditional street markets central to everyday life, though challenges remain for both shoppers and vendors

Once seen as an affordable daily treat, coffee has become a rising expense for Greek households, with forecasts warning of further price hikes in cafés, supermarkets, and even at home

The August lull in Athens offers a rare pause from the city’s usual bustle. Behind the quiet streets and slow pace, residents discover moments of introspection, gentle melancholy, and the unexpected serenity of staying behind while the city hums at a slower rhythm

The Reef Star is an ecological, architectural, and artistic project by Carlos Betancourt and Alberto Latorre, which will eventually be submerged six meters below the surface of the water in Miami.

Compensation for livestock and crop losses from Greece’s 2025 summer fires will be fully paid by September 30. Producers are exempt from assessment fees, and digital records will support the expedited claims process

The latest changes, effective 11 August, abolish fees for cash withdrawals from any Greek bank ATM and cap charges at €1.50 for third-party ATMs

Greek startup launches premium olive oil vending machines in Athens and beyond, joining Mediterranean countries like Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Croatia in making high-quality olive oil more accessible to consumers

Several businesses were slapped with fines and ordered closed for up to two days

The two islands join a growing list of European destinations looking to ease pressure from mass tourism by charging day-trippers an entry fee.

Beyond criminal charges, the Trump administration is exerting economic pressure on Venezuela. Since returning to the presidency in January, Trump has tightened an oil embargo and imposed additional tariffs on countries that buy Venezuelan crude

According to the international realtor, the figure is exceptional, given that it comes amid an international environment of geopolitical and economic instability

On average, US households are expected to spend an additional $2,400 in 2025 due to rising prices on essential goods. The steepest increases are expected in clothing, footwear, and household electronics

Two certification agencies face €56,000 in penalties for approving non-compliant organic products as Greece tackles a wider farming scandal.

The spike in fresh meat prices is largely due to a reduction in livestock in 2024 following widespread animal diseases and a rise in international prices for imported meats, particularly beef and pork—both heavily relied upon by the Greek market

According to data from Greece’s official statistics agency, ELSTAT, one in two Greeks stayed in a summer home

If you find comfort in crisp white sheets turned down every afternoon, a hotel might be the way to go. If you crave extra space or a more casual setup, a short-term rental may suit you better

The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens is leading efforts to make tourism more sustainable

Meanwhile, Greece’s booming tourism industry—surging since last year and maintaining high levels this season—has added upward pressure on prices, especially in the services sector.