“In these challenging times of global conflict and crisis, the need to protect our cultural heritage is more urgent than ever,” Sbokou-Konstantakopoulou said.

The initiative mostly targets long-term unemployed individuals, unemployed women, middle-aged jobseekers aged 45–64, and those at risk of poverty.

The third country nationals would then be transferred to the mainland via regular ferry boat routes, temporarily hosted at “safe houses” in the greater Athens area then be provided forged travel docs in order to fly to west European destinations

Pet owners face soaring costs as prices for dog and cat food rise sharply. Between March and October 2025, some products increased by up to 73%, significantly raising the annual expenses of caring for cats and dogs

Greek vehicle owners can access 2026 circulation taxes on the myCAR portal and pay by December 31, 2025. Late payments incur escalating fines, while electric and low-emission vehicles may be exempt from fees

A tragic accident in southern Greece claimed the life of a 24-year-old man early Sunday morning, after his motorcycle struck a wild boar on a provincial road in Mani and crashed into a ditch

Greek citizens have until November 5 to obtain their new 12-digit Personal Number (Προσωπικός Αριθμός), a mandatory identifier required before applying for the upcoming digital national ID card

Greek police maintain heightened security in Vorizia as the funeral of a 39-year-old shooting victim raises fears of retaliation. Investigators are searching nearby mountains for armed suspects, while families and villagers remain on edge

Police have recovered the weapons used in the killing of Giannis Lalas near the mountainous resort of Arachova. Authorities are searching for the assassin and the heightened possibility of a contract killing

Greece faces worsening weather from Tuesday, with heavy rain, thunderstorms, and dropping temperatures. Eastern mainland, northern Aegean islands, and Attica are expected to be most affected between November 4–5, 2025

Applications for Greece’s 2025–2026 heating benefit will open in November through the MyThermansi platform, with the first payments set to be made before Christmas. Eligibility depends on income, property limits, and the type of heating used

Residents of Alepou, Corfu, are enduring an unbearable stench from thousands of tons of rotting frozen meat left behind after a factory fire, with locals fearing a looming environmental and health crisis.

Hellenic Post (ELTA) begins a controversial downsizing plan, closing dozens of branches across Greece despite backlash from local communities and politicians. Management says the move is vital for the company’s survival under EU rules.

Authorities search mountain gorges for suspects after a deadly village shootout in Crete left two dead and two injured. Security is tight amid fears of renewed violence during the victim’s funeral.

Monday, November 3, will bring showers across much of Greece, with heavier rain and thunderstorms developing later in the day in the Ionian Islands and western mainland regions.

Greek uniformed personnel will see holiday pay boosts, retroactive payments, and higher allowances under the new salary system affecting 150,000 officers

Greek police arrested one suspect and detained another. seizing an unregistered shotgun following a deadly shooting in the village of Vorizia, Crete, that left two people dead and four injured. Specialized police units continue raids amid fears of renewed violence

Yannis Lalas, 42, previously charged and later acquitted over the killing of crime reporter Giorgos Karaivaz, was gunned down with a Kalashnikov in a central Greece hotel room. Police are investigating a possible contract killing linked to organized crime

Temperatures remain mild today but will drop steadily through midweek as rain returns to many areas

Students and university groups plan a nationwide demonstration on November 6, protesting staff shortages, poor infrastructure, and education reforms that they claim will increase academic pressure and reduce access to free public education