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Greek City Times

Greek City Times (GCT) is a digital news and lifestyle platform focusing on Greek news, culture, history, sports, and current affairs. It serves as a key source of information for Greek residents and the global Greek diaspora, particularly in countries like Australia, the United States, and Canada. The platform aims to

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greekcitytimes.com > 07/01/2026 > aegean-invites-applications-for-pilot-scholarship-programme

AEGEAN Invites Applications for Pilot Scholarship Programme

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (234+ words) The airline has operated the initiative continuously since 2018 to help develop the next generation of aviation professionals in Greece. According to AEGEAN, more than 280 young people have joined the programme since its launch. Of those, 150 have completed their training and…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/30/2026 > extension-tourist-port-investments-elounda-hills

Extension Granted for Tourist Port Investments Across Greece

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (209+ words) The Ministry of Tourism has announced an extension to the implementation timelines for approved projects under the “Upgrade of Tourist Ports” initiative, funded by the Recovery and Resilience Fund. The decision, which constitutes the third amendment to the projects’ implementation…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/30/2026 > turkey-azerbaijan-unesco-baklava-bid-greece

Turkey and Azerbaijan Submit Joint UNESCO Bid for Baklava, Framed as Move Against Greece

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (323+ words) Please select a featured image for your post Turkey and Azerbaijan have submitted a joint dossier to UNESCO seeking recognition for baklava and Azerbaijani pakhlava on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Turkish media outlets are…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/29/2026 > freebird-airlines-cologne-kos-crete-rhodes-flights

Freebird Airlines Europe Launches New Direct Flights from Cologne to Kos, Crete and Rhodes

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (205+ words) Freebird Airlines Europe is significantly expanding its summer schedule from Cologne-Bonn Airport, introducing new direct flights to three popular Greek islands: Kos, Crete, and Rhodes, starting July 11, 2026. The move strengthens the airline’s presence in the German market and improves air…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/29/2026 > greek-banks-lead-europe-in-efficiency-and-liquidity-metrics > amp

Greek Banks Lead Europe in Efficiency and Liquidity Metrics Greek City Times

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (302+ words) Copyright Greek City Times 2026 Greek lenders recorded strong performance in early 2026, maintaining robust profitability, high capital buffers and strong liquidity, while asset quality improved further and narrowed the gap with European averages. Liquidity metrics also remained strong. The loan-to-deposit ratio…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/29/2026 > global-maritime-workforce-faces-39100-officer-shortage

Global Maritime Workforce Faces 39,100 Officer Shortage

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (244+ words) The report warns that the sector will require more than 113,000 additional officers by 2030 as global demand for maritime transport continues to rise. Despite a total seafarer workforce of around 2.57 million serving across more than 85,000 commercial vessels, the industry faces a…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/29/2026 > corinth-canal-reopens-2026-restoration > amp

The Corinth Canal Reopens Fully Greek City Times

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (381+ words) Copyright Greek City Times 2026 Athens, Greece — One of the world’s most iconic engineering marvels is back in full operation. The Corinth Canal, the narrow waterway connecting the Aegean and Ionian Seas, was officially reopened on June 17, 2026, following extensive restoration and…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/19/2026 > greece-housing-strategy-2026-2035-rent-caps-golden-visa-mortgages > amp

Rent Caps, Golden Visa Changes & Cheaper Mortgages in Greece’s New National Housing Strategy 2026-2035 Greek City Times

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (385+ words) Copyright Greek City Times 2026 The new strategy proposes rent caps on low-quality and energy-inefficient properties, a permanent version of the popular “My Home” mortgage program, a specialized Golden Visa for long-term rentals, and reduced VAT rates for affordable and social…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/17/2026 > greece-maintains-top-ranking-for-excellent-swimming-waters

Greece Maintains Top Ranking for Excellent Swimming Waters Greek City Times

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (247+ words) Across Europe, 85% of bathing waters met the European Union’s strictest “excellent” quality standards in 2025, while 96% of all monitored sites satisfied at least the minimum quality requirements. Greece placed second in the European Union rankings, behind Cyprus, which achieved a perfect…...

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greekcitytimes.com > 06/16/2026 > greece-approves-chevrons-entry-into-block-10-offshore-gas-concession-in-ionian-sea

Greece Approves Chevron’s Entry Into Block 10 Offshore Gas Concession in Ionian Sea

4+ mon, 4+ week ago   (364+ words) Greece has approved the entry of American energy major Chevron into the promising Block 10 offshore gas concession in the southern Ionian Sea. The decision was made during a meeting at the Ministry of Environment and Energy on Monday. Under the…...