New details reveal months of secret planning, CIA intelligence on the ground and a massive joint military operation as President Donald Trump defended U.S. control of Venezuela as part of his “America First” strategy.

Over the past 25 years, celebrations welcoming the New Year have been marred by attacks, stampedes, and fires, leaving dozens dead and many more injured across multiple countries

Fresh volcanic activity began on January 1, with lava flowing from a high-altitude fissure and moving safely through a natural basin, creating dramatic scenes but posing no threat to nearby communities so far

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

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

A 16-year-old is fighting for his life after being seriously injured when his father’s hunting rifle accidentally discharged at a family home in western Greece, prompting a police investigation into the incident

Nicosia begins its rotating EU Council presidency aiming to boost Europe’s autonomy and reset Cyprus’ international image, as leaders in Cyprus and Greece highlight security, competitiveness and global engagement

Fireworks illuminated skies around the world as 2026 began, with cities across the globe marking the New Year with light, sound, and shared celebration

Swiss officials call the New Year’s Eve blaze in Crans-Montana one of the country’s worst tragedies, with more than 100 people injured and victims from multiple countries

Outgoing UNHCR chief Filippo Grandi highlights harsher government policies and populist rhetoric targeting refugees, stressing the need for international cooperation amid record global displacement

Most protesting farmers have promised to spend New Year's Eve and the first day of the year at the highway intersections, although roadways have mostly opened for holiday travelers

The president of the popular Piraeus football club referred to 2025 as a milestone year for the team, which celebrated the 100-year anniversary of its founding in 2025 with titles and significant achievements in Greece and Europe

Banks warn that nearly €800 million may go unspent as two flagship housing programs -one for first-time buyers and another for home renovations- struggle with supply shortages and weak uptake

From smashing a pomegranate to stepping inside with the right foot, Greek New Year traditions reflect a timeless belief: how the year begins can shape everything that follows

The microscopic Republic Kiribati in the Pacific was the first territory to usher in the new year, along with Samoa

A 10-ton, 100-metre-long traditional cake was presented at a public celebration, created by dozens of local bakeries and shared with thousands of visitors

A climber who withdrew from a Christmas ascent in central Greece survived after an avalanche killed four of his companions, later describing how a single decision changed his life

Greece’s power transmission operator faces urgent funding decisions as it advances €7.5 billion in domestic and international grid projects, with global investors circling and the government under pressure to act by mid-January

Thousands of inspections across Athens uncovered spoiled products, poor hygiene and widespread violations, as officials impose heavy fines to protect consumers during the festive shopping season