Berlin has urged heightened caution for travelers to Turkey around the New Year, citing an elevated risk of terrorist attacks and advising against non-essential travel to border regions and crowded public areas
Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias emphasized that Greece does not threaten its neighbors but will firmly defend its sovereignty, responding to Turkish claims over military exercises and airspace tensions in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean
A surge of colder air is set to lower temperatures from Friday, bringing frost, rain, and strong northern winds in several regions, with wintry conditions expected to persist through the final days of the year
From nostalgic tradition and nature-inspired warmth to playful pastel sweets and theatrical glamour, these are the decorating styles shaping homes this Christmas—where comfort, personality, and atmosphere take center stage.
In statements on Wednesday, Greek FM George Gerapetritis reiterated the need to maintain open channels of communication with neighboring Turkey
During his tour of the 316th technical unit, Dendias was greeted with traditional Christmas carols, while he had the opportunity to tour the facility’s premises, talk and exchange greetings with servicemen and women
New information clarifies that the teenager, initially believed to have been hit by a car, was injured after falling from an electric scooter and is now recovering in hospital with head injuries that are not life-threatening
Rainy weather may have altered some festive plans in Athens this Christmas, but the city’s holiday program remains rich and welcoming offering cinema, markets, music and family-friendly events across neighbourhoods and cultural venues
Authorities have launched an extensive search for a 45-year-old firefighter who has gone missing in the Serres region, with emergency services combing mountainous and rural areas as efforts continue to locate both the man and his vehicle
In a festive message shared from the US Embassy, the American ambassador to Greece extended warm Christmas greetings, expressing gratitude for the past year and offering blessings to both Greece and the United States.
The Greek Prime Minister, together with his wife and children, exchanged gifts and warm wishes for the festive season.
Rain, thunderstorms, and mountain snow are expected on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with a gradual improvement later in the week as temperatures fall and conditions stabilize.
Greek stores and supermarkets are operating under extended holiday hours on Christmas Eve, with adjusted schedules in place through early January as shoppers make last-minute purchases ahead of the holidays
A new government initiative sends SMS invitations to eligible adults with severe obesity, offering free medical consultations, innovative medications, and nutritional counseling to support weight management and reduce cardiovascular risks
With smart planning and a few well-timed preparations, hosting Christmas dinner can be joyful instead of exhausting. These practical tips will help you stay organized, relaxed, and fully present at the table.
Rain and isolated thunderstorms spread across much of Greece on Wednesday, with stronger southeast winds in the Ionian Sea, limited visibility at times, and little change in temperatures nationwide.
Reducing the need to visit registry offices or KEP centers in person, the new service allows Greeks to apply for birth, marriage, civil partnership, and death certificates for events that took place abroad and were registered with the Special Civil Registry before January 22, 2018
Authorities in Athens have intensified inspections at bars and nightlife venues to enforce smoking bans and prevent alcohol access for minors, issuing fines and announcing tighter controls during the holiday season
The Hellenic National Meteorological Service warns of strong rainfall and thunderstorms affecting large parts of the country from Christmas Eve through Christmas Day
In the coming months, the company will issue a tender for the expansion of the passenger terminal, with project completion expected by 2032.