An 18-year-old suffered a broken jaw, head injuries, and hearing loss after being beaten by peers in a brawl reportedly sparked by a dispute over a girl. Prosecutors are treating the case as attempted homicide.
Monday brings unsettled weather in Greece with rain and thunderstorms, mainly in mountainous regions. Temperatures stay near seasonal levels, while local hail and strong wind gusts are possible in parts of western and central mainland Greece.
The shipment had arrived from Israel, with the destination being the United States
Two men arrested on felony arson charges were led as suspects before an investigating magistrate on Sunday
A fire-fighting force of 33 fighters operating 11 vehicles was at the scene, assisted by three water-dropping aircraft
Two men, one from Romania and the other from Hungary, 48 and 65, respectively, lose consciousness while swimming off a northern Greece beach; both rushed by ambulance to nearby health centers
The passenger jet had taken off from the Ionian Sea Island of Corfu destined for Dusseldorf, before making an emergency landing at an airport in Brindisi, Italy
A Condor flight from Corfu to Düsseldorf made an emergency landing in Brindisi, Italy, after one engine caught fire shortly after takeoff.
Four youth were injured at an amusement park after they were thrown from a spinning ride.
The fire broke out on Saturday, but was quickly brought under control by the local fire brigade
Authorities warn of extreme fire danger in ten regions across Greece on August 16, urging residents to avoid any outdoor activity that could spark a blaze
Authorities aim to cut illegal mobile use in at least 20 prisons as investigations reveal many organized crimes, including bombings and targeted attacks, are orchestrated from behind bars. Anti-drone and electronic security measures are also being introduced
Firefighters continue to fight an active wildfire on the Greek island of Chios, while a blaze in Halkidiki has been brought under control. Authorities remain on high alert as strong winds and hot weather keep the risk of new fires high nationwide
Beneath Greece’s postcard-perfect coastline lies a deadly risk. Hundreds drown each year—often quietly, within minutes, and in seemingly safe waters—turning moments of joy into tragedy
Friday will bring a mix of clouds and sunshine across Greece, with mild winds in most areas but stronger gusts up to 6 Beaufort in the northern Aegean. Temperatures will be near seasonal averages, reaching 36°C in parts of western mainland Greece
The two suspects follow the arrest of a 25-year-old a day earlier, also on arson charges, with police saying the latter confessed to intentionally starting a fire in a semi-rural area
An 86-year-old man was found unresponsive in the sea near a popular Halkidiki beach and later pronounced dead at a local health center
In terms of Achaia prefecture and the greater Patras region, which bore the brunt of several wildfire fronts this week, the fire brigade chief said six blazes alone erupted on Tuesday within a few hours
Thousands of travelers head to the Greek islands for Assumption Day, causing heavy traffic at ports and on highways. Authorities implement special road safety measures, while metro, bus, tram, and suburban train schedules are adjusted to meet summer holiday demand
Complaint led to police stake out; charges of pollution, environmental damage filed, while municipal government refers to 'petty political' angle paralyzing rubbish collection amid peak holiday season