A man attempted to set fire inside Istanbul's Hagia Sophia after evening prayers on July 11, 2025. Caught on CCTV, he was quickly identified and arrested. The fire was swiftly contained, causing no serious damage. The suspect had a history of mental illness

During the search at his home in Palaio Faliro, another man—who was temporarily staying there—reportedly reportedly tried to flush 153 grams of cocaine down the toilet

The new visa bond program will last approximately one year. While consular officials can select from three bond levels, the most common requirement is expected to be $10,000 or more

Under the terms of the agreement, France will accept undocumented migrants who have crossed the Channel to Britain, in exchange for the UK taking in a similar number of legitimate asylum seekers who have family ties in Britain

The brown bear, which is a protected species in Greece, was the second to be hit and killed by a vehicle in just two days

Type 2 diabetes affects around 400 million people globally and is typically diagnosed through elevated blood glucose. This new saliva-based test offers a promising new tool for early detection and prevention

Authorities suspect the woman attempted to erase evidence. A plastic bag was recovered containing the clothes she wore that night, some of her children's garments, a broken hairbrush, and an empty blister pack of medication used for anxiety and seizures

In a post on Instagram, the zoo stated, “We have a responsibility to mimic the natural food chain of our animals.”

A grenade caused a late-night explosion at a hookah café in Athens' Agios Panteleimonas district, injuring two men. Greek authorities are investigating the incident as a possible targeted attack, with forensic tests and witness statements underway

The Goûter Couloir—also known as the "Corridor of Death"—is infamous for its danger, with more than a hundred fatalities recorded over the years

The successful performance of Centauros is part of a broader 30-billion-euro programme aimed at modernising Greece’s armed forces by 2036

According to the Fire Risk Forecast Map from the General Secretariat for Civil Protection (civilprotection.gov.gr), large parts of the country are now on yellow alert (Risk Category 3), signaling a high possibility of wildfires

Reports of a Panamanian-flagged cargo ship transporting jeeps and military equipment to Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar trigger secretive inspections at Greek port of Astakos

In 1973, two Palestinian gunmen turned a peaceful summer day at Athens' Ellinikon Airport into a bloodbath, targeting innocent travelers in one of the deadliest terrorist attacks on Greek soil

Poros blends pine-scented nature, ancient landmarks, and island charm just off the Greek mainland. With scenic trails, hidden beaches, and rich history, it's a serene escape in the Saronic Gulf perfect for nature lovers and culture seekers alike

Pythagoreio, the island’s third port, is built on the ruins of ancient Samos, once a dominant naval force under tyrant Polycrates. The town honors its most famous son, Pythagoras, with both a statue and a modern art space that hosts exhibitions and events

With a program that balances spectacle and substance, the Greek Fashion Festival aims to establish itself as a key event on the international fashion calendar—celebrating Greek creativity and positioning Athens as a growing capital of cultural innovation

Both the government and the opposition have resorted to extreme name-calling and tit-for-tat accusations, with little regard for the facts of the issues at hand

The spike in fresh meat prices is largely due to a reduction in livestock in 2024 following widespread animal diseases and a rise in international prices for imported meats, particularly beef and pork—both heavily relied upon by the Greek market