Only eight violations reported amid hundreds of checks at a central Athens police checkpoint

Greece is heading into the fully political year of 2026, during which dilemmas will be tested, old and new faces evaluated, and party balances and actual influence within society revealed—the factors that will ultimately determine the results of the national elections

“The birth of the Prince of Peace, occurring in a humble cave in Bethlehem in the presence of lowly creatures, is truly the miracle of miracles,” the Archbishop writes.

The storm, which began around midday, affected central and southern neighborhoods including Pangrati, Ilisia, Kaisariani, Vyronas, Syntagma, Nea Smyrni, Ampelokipoi, Agia Paraskevi, Ymittos-Dafni, Alimos, Pallini, and Gerakas

Check labels carefully, especially expiration dates. Purchase refrigerated or frozen foods last so they reach your fridge as quickly as possible.

New information clarifies that the teenager, initially believed to have been hit by a car, was injured after falling from an electric scooter and is now recovering in hospital with head injuries that are not life-threatening

Harvard-led study finds higher cancer incidence near nuclear plants in Massachusetts, with risk dropping by distance; older adults most affected.

Authorities have launched an extensive search for a 45-year-old firefighter who has gone missing in the Serres region, with emergency services combing mountainous and rural areas as efforts continue to locate both the man and his vehicle

Six individuals, have been arrested after sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in Thessaloniki over several months, recording and sharing the acts online. Greek authorities are investigating multiple charges, including child pornography and data violations

Greek police shut down an illegal gambling venue in northern Greece, arresting staff and patrons while seizing dozens of computers, a central server and cash during a targeted operation against unlawful gaming

One cultural phenomenon somehow slipped through the cracks: the legendary “6-7” meme, which had parents and boomers scratching their heads all year, barely registered in searches.

Rain, thunderstorms, and mountain snow are expected on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with a gradual improvement later in the week as temperatures fall and conditions stabilize.

Greek stores and supermarkets are operating under extended holiday hours on Christmas Eve, with adjusted schedules in place through early January as shoppers make last-minute purchases ahead of the holidays

A new government initiative sends SMS invitations to eligible adults with severe obesity, offering free medical consultations, innovative medications, and nutritional counseling to support weight management and reduce cardiovascular risks

Long delays and safety concerns sparked a public dispute between farmers and police after blockades caused hours-long traffic jams on key routes linking southern and northern Greece.

Plush velvets in deep, saturated hues wrap the body with warmth and elegance, while silky satins with a soft sheen catch the light at every move, delivering an effortlessly glamorous effect.

Rain and isolated thunderstorms spread across much of Greece on Wednesday, with stronger southeast winds in the Ionian Sea, limited visibility at times, and little change in temperatures nationwide.

Reducing the need to visit registry offices or KEP centers in person, the new service allows Greeks to apply for birth, marriage, civil partnership, and death certificates for events that took place abroad and were registered with the Special Civil Registry before January 22, 2018

All open-air street markets will operate as normal on Christmas Eve allowing shoppers to stock up on fresh produce and holiday essentials, before closing for the Christmas holidays and resuming regular operations on Saturday, December 27

The development came as tens of thousands of city-dwellers ready to head to the provinces for Christmas Day on Thursday