Greece’s Ptolemaida Faces Post-Coal Future as Lignite Plants Close
As Greece’s Western Macedonia braces for the final lignite plant closures in mid-2026, locals fear a “Detroit” scenario of rising unemployment despite renewable energy promises.
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As Greece’s Western Macedonia braces for the final lignite plant closures in mid-2026, locals fear a “Detroit” scenario of rising unemployment despite renewable energy promises.
Greece led the EU in household food waste in 2023, dumping 201 kg per person vs. the EU average of 130 kg, even as 11.3% struggle to afford meals amid rising prices.
Thousands of Greek farmers have blockaded roads and the port of Volos in protest over delayed subsidies and low crop prices. The Mitsotakis government promises extra funds.
A Chinese human rights delegation visited Greece from June 25-27 to spark fresh dialogue and cultural exchange on global governance.
A 6.2 earthquake hit the Aegean Sea off Greece at a depth of 70 km, reports the China Earthquake Networks Center.
U.S. tariffs strike at Greek olive exports, impacting a key EU agricultural product and stirring trade concerns.
Constantine Tassoulas has been elected by the Greek Parliament as Greece’s new president, succeeding Katerina Sakellaropoulou. Tassoulas brings extensive political experience to his new role.
Thousands of small earthquakes have recently rocked Santorini, alarming scientists and prompting high-tech monitoring efforts.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visits Santorini amid fears of a bigger earthquake, prompting a state of emergency and raising concerns for the island’s vital tourism industry.
Santorini declares a state of emergency after hundreds of undersea earthquakes, including a powerful 5.2 magnitude tremor.