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Join the Brotherhood. The Imperial General – Hellenic Inspired Streetwear

This is the story about how the quest to create an extra virgin olive oil based beard balm led to the launch of a new Hellenic inspired streetwear brand. Infused with the ‘spirit of the Hellenic warrior’, The Imperial General has been embraced by the Greek diaspora as well as martial artists wishing to represent the brand and all that it signifies. We speak to Nick, the man behind the brand, to find out more.

Greek PM Mitsotakis

Greece is Back on the Map: Greek PM Meets with Top U.S. CEOs

In what is considered to be a positive sign of progress and recovery for Greece, Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis has met with leading United States CEOs including Bloomberg L.P. CEO Mike Bloomberg and  Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla, as part of the government’s efforts to get the nation back on track.

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Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ speech to the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addresses the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, opening by saying that he believes that “in spite of the pain and the disruption brought about by this horrible disease, there are real reasons to be optimistic.” In his speech Mitsotakis also conveys messages about what he refers to as “acute climate crisis” as well as Greece’s relations with Turkey.

seahorse underwater photographer Nikos Samaras

‘Seahorse Dragging a Mask’ Underwater Photographer Nikos Samaras

This image of a delicate seahorse dragging a face mask has been nominated for the Ocean Photography Award 2021. The photo, taken by Greek photographer Photographer Nikos Samaras in the waters of Northern Greece has gone viral this week, drawing much needed attention to the global issue of marine pollution.

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Saxtom: Tom Giannakopoulos, Saxophonist Star on the Rise

Exclusive interview with Saxtom – Tom Giannakopoulos, the 22 year old saxophonist who performs alongside some of Greece’s music industry greats including Sakis Rouvas and Konstantinos Argyros and whose collaborations include global brands such as Adidas, Diesel and Swarovski. And this is just the beginning… Link in article to watch him live on Greek City Times.

Diana Voutyrakou robotics

Diana Voutyrakou: Greece’s Golden Girl of Robotics

Inspiring Forbes 30 under 30’s Diana Voutyrakou, who made vast inroads into robotics and the tech industry as a teenager, speaks about her robotic cane for the visually impaired and the initiatives that she is spearheading to help today’s youth to succeed in a similar way, by turning their passion into a profession.

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Akis Petretzikis: Shares Photo With Partner Konstantina Papamichael on First Vacation with Their Son

Although very active on Instagram, Greek celebrity chef Akis Petretzikis takes care to keep his personal life away from the limelight. Recently, however, he posted a photo, for the first time, with his bikini-clad love, Konstantina on their first vacation together with their baby son.

Algorithm Drought Prevention Crete Greece

New Algorithm Tool to Predict, Prevent Droughts in Greece

With predictions that “around 30 percent of Greece could be threatened with desertification” over the next few decades, scientists have developed an innovative algorithm tool for drought assessment and forecasting that will help to facilitate and prioritise measures designed to help mitigate Greece’s worst future water shortages.

Hilton Hotels Santorini

Hilton Hotels to Debut in Santorini with Luxury Beachfront Resort

With a volcanic black sandy beach on its doorstep, Hilton’s Sea Breeze Luxury Resort is soon to be among the few luxurious 5-star properties on arguably Greece’s most famous island of Santorini – an island instantly recognisable for its picturesque cliffs adorned by whitewashed, blue-accented, cube-shaped buildings and the tangerine sunsets that light up both sky and sea.