A group of minors hurled stones at a bus carrying Serbian tourists in Thessaloniki, leaving three people injured. Police have detained two individuals in connection with the incident
A 55-year-old foreign national wanted for arson and other crimes dating back to 2005 has been arrested in Thessaloniki. He faces multiple convictions, including forest fires, animal crimes, and weapons violations, and will remain in custody until trial
Greek police intercepted 271 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a container at Thessaloniki port, leading to multiple arrests in a coordinated operation against an international drug trafficking network
Tragic discoveries were made earlier today in two separate incidents in Greece, as authorities investigate the deaths of two men under different circumstances.
Severe thunderstorms hit northern Greece, causing flooding and road chaos in Thessaloniki. Rain and possible hail are forecast for Athens later today, marking the end of a prolonged heatwave
Hundreds of firefighters, aerial units, and Bulgarian reinforcements battle an active blaze near Assiros, with nearby residents on alert and road closures disrupting traffic
The European ground squirrel is an endangered species and is on the Red List of endangered species of the IUCN.
Authorities said the make-shift bomb was comprised of some three kilos of explosive materials
According to footage captured by Greek broadcaster MEGA, the reptile was released into the Seich Sou forest, a large wooded area near Thessaloniki
“Dangerous smoke. Remain indoors. Keep doors and windows closed. Follow the instructions of the authorities.”
The fine is Greece’s harshest penalty yet following public outrage and a growing crackdown on animal cruelty.
The mayor of Thessaloniki underlined that tourism should not be disconnected from local communities.
Meanwhile, a fire broke out on Tuesday afternoon at a prison near the central Greece city of Volos, with four engines and 13 firefighters dispatched to the scene
Technicians worked throughout the day to resolve the issue, restoring operations by the afternoon
With the metro out of service, passengers are being advised to use bus lines or alternative transportation options to reach their destinations
As announced, design studies are expected to be completed by the end of 2025, with the project set for delivery by late 2026
According to police reports, the materials were meticulously hidden in specially designed compartments, raising suspicions about the preparation of large-scale unrest or illegal activities within the university premises
A later inspection by bomb squad technicians revealed that some of the glass beer bottles used for firebombs were attached to pyrotechnic devices and even butane vials
The Egnatia Odos tollway extending across the breadth of northern Greece, will be transferred at the end of the year to a concessionaire
The festival, as reported, is fueled by a strong sense of community and volunteerism.