A communications failure shut down Greece’s skies on one of the busiest travel days of the year, exposing long-standing weaknesses in air traffic control, overwhelming airlines and airports, and leaving thousands of travelers scrambling for answers

The long-sealed residence that witnessed pivotal moments in Greek-American relations is entering a new chapter

Athens is closely monitoring the situation following the US intervention in Venezuela, with crisis response mechanisms ready to be activated if members of the Greek community request evacuation assistance

Following global incidents, Greece enforces strict safety measures in entertainment venues, including fire-resistant construction, emergency exits, and regular inspections with significant fines for violations

Greece’s prime minister will travel to Germany on January 9 to speak at the ruling Christian Democratic Union’s annual gathering, following an invitation from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

After the holiday pause, Greek farmers return to roadblocks, with nationwide meetings planned to discuss fuel prices, compensation, and livestock losses from recent outbreaks

A 52-year-old man was arrested in the Athens area after testing at seven times the legal alcohol limit, following a dangerous late-night drive that damaged multiple vehicles before police stopped him

Strong winds in the central Aegean have led to a sailing ban from major ports near Athens on Saturday, disrupting ferry services to popular island destinations, with normal operations expected to resume on Sunday

One-fifth will not face fines, however, as owners registered the vehicles as inactive

Jobless rate declines year over year and month to month, with employment rising and fewer people outside the labor force, official data show

The cleanup ends decades of so-called “forever students” in public universities, as the government says the move modernizes higher education while preserving flexibility for working students and those facing health or family challenges

Surgeons welcomed the new year in the operating room as organs from a 44-year-old donor were transplanted into patients, marking the first transplant procedures of 2026 and following a record-breaking year for organ donation in Greece

Starting January 1, 2026, Greece introduces a stricter disciplinary framework for public sector workers, including fines, evaluations, and possible dismissals, aiming to ensure accountability, transparency, and faster resolution of cases

Greece faces a spike in the highly contagious Flu K, a mutated influenza A strain, with health authorities urging vaccination, masks for vulnerable groups, and early medical consultation to prevent severe illness

A new energy landscape in 2026 – the HERON–NRG deal, AKTOR’s entry, and major investments by PPC, MOH, DEPA, and HELLENiQ ENERGY

Green light for the 80 MW Olive Data Center in Spata. The growth of data centers, energy and water demands, and reactions from local communities

As of January 1, 2026, the speed limit within Greek cities has been reduced to 30 km/h

Stricter alcohol limits and tougher penalties under Greece’s updated road traffic code appear to be changing driver behavior, with holiday alcohol checks recording strikingly low violation rates

Temperatures are rising across Greece after days of frost, with rain, strong winds and milder conditions forecast through the weekend and into the Epiphany holiday

Greece’s annual winter sales return in mid-January, running until late February. Read our expert tips for smart and safe shopping