‘Smoked’ honey from Filothei I have not tried honey from the northern suburb of Filothei, nor do I know if the apiaries from which the fire in the Veikou Grove allegedly broke out last week are owned by someone who produces honey for his own use or sells ... See more
Greeks question leadership, not values In recent days, two studies of significant interest have been released. While they do not share the same starting point, they can be read together and complement each other, and both deliver discouraging messages abo... See more
Is this really Greece? A history of neglect and tragedy “This is Greece.” Will the words of late prime minister Costas Simitis from September 2000 continue to haunt us 26 years later? Back then, it was the aging ferry Express Samina, which sank off Paros ... See more
Blockades end, problems remain Barring a dramatic turn of events, we are witnessing the final hours of the farmers’ protests. After 40 days of blockades on roads, at customs points, and in airports, the farmers appear to be seeking a heroic exit, as it we... See more
Broken promises, eroding trust Antonis, with 30 years of experience in farming and production, has been at the Thiva blockade since day one. He is not part of the hardline faction of farmers; he is a moderate, reasonable man who seeks dialogue and strives... See more