Half a century after Jaws vilified sharks, scientists warn that these vital predators are far more threatened by humans than the other way around. In Greece, many species are at risk of extinction despite legal protections and monitoring efforts
Government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis said Athens will not deploy troops to Ukraine, stressing Greece’s firm support for Kyiv while rejecting domestic criticism of its position on the war
A group of locals in Veria have raised concerns over a firefighting drone, citing privacy and noise issues, while officials argue it poses no data protection risk
Police in Katerini uncovered a case where a 50-year-old prisoner allegedly extorted €300,000 from a man by phone, linking the threats to grenade and Molotov attacks on relatives’ homes earlier this year
UBS lowered Greece’s 2025 growth forecast to 2.3% but sees recovery driven by consumption, investment, and tourism, with banks still outperforming the European average.
Athens must meet strict milestones by August 2026 to avoid losing EU Recovery Fund money, with billions still to be absorbed despite steady progress so far
Police issued thousands of fines across Greece in a nationwide crackdown on helmet use, as new traffic laws impose stricter penalties to improve road safety and prevent deadly accidents
Wednesday brings mostly clear skies across Greece with seasonal temperatures, though isolated afternoon showers and possible thunderstorms may affect northern and central mainland areas
Wildfires scorched over 32,000 acres of land in two weeks, as Greece faces its most dangerous fire weeks ahead.
Authorities identified uninsured cars, unpaid road taxes, and missed inspections, with drivers now facing fines of up to €1,000 if they fail to comply within three months
Greece signals it will not become an open-border country as migration arrivals drop. Minister Thanos Plevris outlines stricter asylum rules, upcoming legislation, and policies to integrate recognized refugees while reducing dependency on state aid
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A truck collided with two cars near the Iasmos tolls, leaving three people dead and two seriously injured, while witnesses described hearing victims plead for help
Consumers face higher costs as fruits, meat, fish, coffee, and sweets see price hikes, with further increases expected due to rising production and labor costs.
A new labor bill set for Parliament will expand flexible work hours, strengthen collective agreements, and modernize employment rules across Greece
Authorities warn of elevated fire danger in several regions, urging residents to avoid risky outdoor activities and take precautions to protect homes and surrounding areas.
Tuesday’s forecast brings clouds, rain, and thunderstorms across northern and central mainland Greece, especially in mountainous regions. Seasonal temperatures prevail, with a chance of hail in parts of Central and Northern Greece
Global oil majors are eyeing Greece’s upcoming tender for hydrocarbon exploration off Crete and the Peloponnese, with Chevron, BP, Eni and domestic player HELLENiQ ENERGY seen as potential bidders ahead of the September deadline
A major accident on the Egnatia Highway in northern Greece left three people dead and several others injured after a truck collided with two cars, causing a fire. Authorities closed the road as emergency teams responded to the scene
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said the country’s public health system is becoming more effective and patient-centered, citing hospital renovations, new hires, salary upgrades, and encouraging patient feedback on emergency services