Mild, mostly dry conditions will favor travel and outdoor celebrations across Greece, with scattered showers early in the holiday period before warmer, sunnier weather sets in by Easter Sunday

Good Friday, and in many parts of the country, the churches' Epitaphios will not look the same as in previous years, as flower prices have risen sharply

According to police authorities, from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m., 47,930 vehicles were recorded on the Athens–Corinth highway, and 36,873 on the Athens–Lamia stretch, totaling 84,803 vehicles.

As shown on a video posted by local media, the animal had fallen into a water reservoir and was trying to escape, struggling to stay afloat and at serious risk of drowning

The Easter gifts were distributed to members of the city’s Friendship Clubs as well as beneficiaries of the “Help at Home” program.

Injuries from the use of illegal fireworks are reportedly practically every year during Easter in the country, with fatalities having occurred as well

There is a real risk that the 99th Kindergarten of Athens will be forced to shut down. Municipal authorities assure that no school will close. Other schools are also facing serious problems. What parents are reporting

Nearly all the main road arteries used by Easter travelers are experiencing heavy traffic

Restaurants across Greece report high occupancy for Easter dinners, with fixed-price menus ranging from budget-friendly options to upscale hotel buffets as demand for festive dining surges

The Authority monitors daily price trends and the availability of Easter products, including lamb and goat meat, through continuous and systematic data collection and analysis across the market.

Heavy rainfall and snow over recent months have significantly replenished the Mornos reservoir, restoring water reserves and submerging the abandoned village of Kallio once again after a period of severe depletion.

A fraudulent message impersonating Greece’s social security agency is circulating widely, urging recipients to update personal details online in an attempt to steal sensitive banking information

A 10-month-old infant remains in critical condition after alleged severe abuse, as authorities order the pre-trial detention of both the mother and her partner following felony charges

As emphasized by the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the primary objective remains the smooth execution of the long-standing tradition, ensuring that the Holy Light reaches every parish nationwide.

After a few unsettled days with local rain and strong winds, Greece is set for clear skies and rising temperatures on Easter Sunday, creating ideal conditions for outdoor celebrations

The recall concerns the product labeled “FETA VYTINAS - P.O.P. VARELI”, batch number 24/07/2027 (FE-2751), with a production date of January 24, 2026, and a best-before date of July 24, 2027.

New labor regulations introduce more flexible holiday scheduling, stricter deadlines, and double pay penalties for unused leave, reshaping workplace planning

On Holy Thursday, April 9, part of the Orthodox Easter period, stores are operating under extended festive hours, remaining open from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.

A 15-year-old was assaulted and robbed of a team shirt in a suspected fan-related incident, leading to arrests including a minor’s parent

New group of beneficiaries can apply, but technical issues and verification delays push thousands to in-person service centers as demand surges.