Strawberry Moon rises over Greece, casting a luminous glow over Athens and the Acropolis of Athens as crowds gather to witness early summer’s first full moon.

Despite repeated warnings and devastating past fires, negligence continues to fuel Greece’s wildfire crisis, with illegal barbecues, unmaintained land, and risky behavior leading to arrests and escalating penalties across the country

A new GSEE Labour Institute report shows Greece continues to record a higher share of working poor than the EU average in 2025, despite long-term improvement since 2009. Full-time and part-time workers alike remain vulnerable to in-work poverty

Greece is introducing tougher road safety rules, banning minors from riding electric scooters while imposing steep fines on those who sell or rent them to underage users amid growing concerns over serious accidents

Meteorologist Thodoris Kolydas says temperatures will remain above 35°C (95°F) into early July before strengthening northerly Meltemi winds bring gradual relief. Greece's national weather service also forecasts continued hot, mostly sunny conditions

The Development Minister, Mr. Takis Theodorikakos, announced an end to the profit cap measure while locking in existing discounts across 2,000 product codes through the summer, with deeper cuts planned for September

As private beach occupations expand and enforcement lags, Greece rushes to regulate thousands of coastal concessions, reigniting tensions between public access advocates and tourism businesses ahead of the 2026 season.

Top Greek and Cypriot officials coordinate ahead of expected UN-led informal five-party talks on Cyprus, with attention shifting to upcoming NATO summit discussions in Ankara that could shape the diplomatic roadmap for the divided island

Greece unveils the revamped VisitGreece.gr tourism portal, featuring a modern design, enhanced navigation and new digital tools to boost global tourism.

Authorities warn of elevated wildfire danger across multiple Greek regions including Attica, the Peloponnese, and the North Aegean, urging residents to avoid outdoor activities that could spark fires as emergency services remain on high alert.

From ancient mythology and world religions to abandoned stone walls and a cherished homemade preserve, the humble fig has shaped Greek culture for thousands of years—and remains one of summer's sweetest traditions

A planned facility capable of producing up to 150 satellites annually would anchor the country's new 350-million-euro national space strategy

Vehicle owners now have until January 2027 to comply with updated European safety requirements for car first aid kits, with inspections and fines set to begin after the new deadline.

Thousands of property owners and managers must complete the mandatory elevator registration process before the final deadline, as authorities warn of inspections and fines for non-compliance.

A fire burning in low vegetation near Petra in central Greece has triggered a 112 emergency alert, with strong winds and high fire risk conditions complicating firefighting efforts

Blue bins and glass recycling bells across Greece offer a simple way for citizens to reduce waste, save resources and support a nationwide packaging recycling system that connects households, businesses and municipalities.

Strong winds are increasing wildfire danger across several regions, with authorities placing emergency services on heightened readiness and urging citizens to avoid activities that could trigger fires.

The family of murdered Australian resident George Giannopoulos and a key witness have reacted with anger and fear as Greek authorities clarify that no final extradition decision has yet been made.

Retailers will also have the option to open on the first Sunday of the sales season, July 19, with recommended operating hours between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos says government measures to curb profiteering have reduced prices, while talks continue on further cuts for essential goods.