The Hellenic National Meteorological Service warns of strong rainfall and thunderstorms affecting large parts of the country from Christmas Eve through Christmas Day

A serious accident occurred at a supermarket in Ilisia, Athens, when an elevator collapsed. The injured man, reportedly the elevator maintenance worker, was rescued by firefighters and hospitalized for urgent medical care

A new Metron Analysis survey reveals that while most Greeks are critical of the European Union’s current influence and functioning, a majority favor deeper integration and stronger EU powers to address global challenges

After 22 days of roadblocks, farmers in northern Greece have reopened lanes on the Thessaloniki-Athens highway for holiday traffic, while maintaining their protest positions with tractors and vehicles along the roadside.

Voras – Kaimaktsalan welcomed its first skiers on Sunday, Dec. 21, officially kicking off the national season. Parnassos Ski Resort opens to visitors today, Dec. 23, 2025.

With only days left to pay Greece’s annual vehicle circulation tax for 2026, authorities warn that missed deadlines trigger steep, escalating fines—but payment can still be made easily online, even without personal login credentials

Major live music venues in Athens and Thessaloniki are fully booked for the holidays, with Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations driving prices sharply higher for premium tables and drinks

The exchange of gifts did not originate in Christianity. Its roots lie in pre-Christian societies and are closely tied to winter religious festivals.

Amid ongoing farmer demonstrations, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stressed that the government will uphold social responsibility and fairness, ensuring payments are made while refusing to compromise public safety or the wider economy

The revised state contract with Hellenic Train sets a 2027 delivery deadline, tougher penalties, higher passenger compensation, and major safety and infrastructure upgrades aimed at modernizing Greece’s rail network.

Visibly moved, His Eminence Seraphim, the Metropolitan of Piraeus, expressed his deep gratitude to the Alter Ego president, referring to an "unwavering contribution" that exemplifies a consistent way of life and not a one-off act

Morning storms in eastern and southern islands give way to scattered rain across much of Greece, with fog in northern areas and strengthening southeast winds in the Ionian Sea later in the day.

Most instances of industrial-scale theft and vandalism at the Megalopoli unit in southern Greece were detected during a police investigation, as they had not been previously reported

A community event held on the steps of St. Andrew’s Church in Galatsi divides public opinion, raising questions about permissions and respect for religious spaces.

Authorities penalize a popular Kerameikos club after discovering unconnected POS systems and missing tickets, part of a crackdown on tax violations

Authorities defend traffic diversions during nationwide farmer protests, citing serious safety concerns for drivers, passengers and protesters alike

Tractor blockades expand across roads, borders and ports as farmers press ahead with symbolic closures while pledging to ease travel during the Christmas period.

The countdown to the illumination began at 6 p.m. on Sunday, when the towering tree—reaching an impressive height of nearly 45 meters—was officially lit.

At the camera installed on Syngrou Avenue alone, more than 1,000 violations were recorded for mobile phone use and failure to wear seat belts.

Police in Athens intensify sobriety checks after thousands of tests over the weekend revealed dozens of drunk-driving violations, with authorities warning that enforcement will increase through Christmas and New Year’s.