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1. Trash, foam and reeds float across Thessaloniki’s Thermaic Gulf

   Thousands of reeds, foam and plastic waste were seen floating in the Thermaic Gulf on Saturday, alarming residents in the northern port city of Thessaloniki. 

2. Cartoon (07/02/2026)

3. Times may have changed; some habits haven’t

   I wonder, was the head of the General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) an entirely different man back in 2011 when he railed against tax evasion among the rich and famous, against the state for writing off their sins, and demanded transparency?

4. Farmakonisi – Pylos – Chios: Similarities

   In 2104, following the deadly shipwreck off the coast of Farmakonisi, the Greek Coast Guard claimed that it had towed the boat carrying 27 refugees toward the island, “to rescue the passengers.” 

5. Literacy issues

   The entire political discussion and energy about Greek education is focused on the university entrance exams and the university. However, research shows major deficits in basic knowledge, starting in compulsory education.

6. Europe’s emancipation from the US is the only alternative

   The international rule of law and economic order, as it was shaped after World War II and strengthened after the Cold War, is a thing of the past. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, in his now famous speech at the 56th World Economic Forum in Davos, spoke of a “rupture” with the past and not just  transitional period in the international system, and urged US allies to take matters into their own hands. 

7. ‘Anger does not produce institutions’

   The new president of the Academy of Athens explains why Greeks’ relationship with the state remains problematic and how this distrust manifests itself politically.

8. New electronic ticket and member card open up more cultural treasures

   A new Culture Ministry initiative introduces an electronic ticketing system that expands the number of archaeological sites and museums it covers from the current 30 to 108, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) experiences, digital tours and specialized services for universal accessibility.

9. Sister of murdered Foinikounda campsite owner sues nephew over will

   The sister of a murdered camping resort owner has filed a lawsuit in a Kalamata court to declare his nephew an “unworthy heir,” according to ERT. 

10. All 313 detained after clashes outside Thessaloniki university released

    All 313 people detained by police following serious clashes outside Aristotle University of Thessaloniki early Saturday were released later in the day, authorities said.