Several businesses were slapped with fines and ordered closed for up to two days

The mild earthquake had a magnitude of 4 on the Richter scale and was recorded just before 21.00 (19.00 GMT) on Friday evening, with an epicenter inland from the coastal town of Eretria

Worst blaze in extreme southeast Attica prefecture, southeast of Athens proper, in the Keratea district, which claimed the life of one elderly man

Pnevmonidis once again stood out, Strefezza opened his scoring account, and Olympiacos delivered a satisfying performance in their final friendly on Dutch soil, beating Al-Taawoun 2-1

Short-term rentals in Greece have reached unprecedented levels this year, surpassing one million available beds months earlier than in 2024, as demand remains well above the European average during the summer peak.

Winds of up to force 9 on the Beaufort scale (with gusts exceeding 90 kilometers per hour in some cases) kept most passenger ferries and other coastal shipping docked in the main Athens-area ports of Piraeus, Lavrio and Rafina

Turkish Foreign Minister to visit Cairo with talks focusing on Gaza, Libya, regional cooperation, and boosting bilateral trade and investment

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan unannounced the visit to Damascus to discuss Kurdish matters. According to official accounts, the talks focused on Turkey’s security concerns stemming from northeastern Syria and on joint counter-terrorism efforts

In a separate development, Mitsotakis later spoke by phone with Mahmoud Abbas, the president of the Palestinian National Authority (PNA)

From the glow of ancient temples to the melodies of open-air concerts, the August full moon remains one of Greece’s most atmospheric cultural nights, blending history, art, and the magic of the summer sky

The wildfire raging in Keratea, eastern Attica prefecture, spiraled out of control in the afternoon, claiming the life of an elderly man and burned several homes, amid gale force winds

Inflation in Greece accelerated in July, driven by surging rents, higher energy bills, and rising prices in clothing, food, and hospitality, despite a sharp drop in olive oil prices

Turkey, the UN, and the UK warn that the move will escalate violence and cause widespread suffering rather than end the conflict

Several passengers are now seeking compensation for damages, lost income, and emotional distress. Concerns remain over personal belongings and vehicles left onboard since Tuesday night

From Athens to the islands, Nationwide protests across Greece on August 10, 2025, will demand an end to Israel’s military actions and Greece-Israel cooperation

Wildfires have erupted in Drosia, Keratea, and Megara near Athens, prompting evacuation alerts via Greece’s 112 system. Strong winds are hampering firefighting efforts involving dozens of firefighters, ground teams, vehicles, and aerial support

The firefighting workforce is seriously understaffed and aging, with an average age close to 48 years and some firefighters aged between 67 and 70

Due to adverse weather conditions and stormy seas caused by strong winds, the authorities faced significant difficulties during the recovery operation. While the woman’s body has already been retrieved, the search for the man’s body continues

Strong northerly winds of up to 9 Beaufort keep ferry bans in place at Piraeus, Lavrio, and Rafina ports. Blue Star Ferries announced multiple cancellations and delays. Travelers should check with operators for updates amid rough sea conditions

Family members alerted authorities after they failed to reach him, prompting a search that has now entered its third day. Divers, helicopters, and Coast Guard vessels are scouring the area, but so far, no further signs of the missing businessman have been found