A 51-year-old construction worker died after being buried beneath tons of soil while working in a three-meter-deep trench on a sewer project in eastern Attica, prompting an investigation into workplace safety.

A blaze inside a prison wing sparked unrest among inmates, prompting a major response from firefighters, police and correctional officers to restore order and secure the area.

Greek homicide detectives investigating the death of 38-year-old Elizabeth-Jane Ross believe messages sent from her phone after she was killed were intended to delay her being reported missing as investigators trace her final days in Athens

Inspired by Homer's epic, The Odyssey Quest invites participants to solve riddles, overcome mythical challenges, and work together in a technology-free adventure through teamwork and creativity

From immersive space shows to interactive science exhibits, the Athens Planetarium offers educational experiences for children and families through August 2026

The suspects are expected to appear before prosecutors as the investigation into the causes of the fire continues

A baby was born in the back seat of a taxi in central Athens as the driver rushed the mother to Alexandra Maternity Hospital with police assistance.

Currently on view at Melas Martinos, the series of scratch pastel pieces created by Swiss artist David Weiss features rarely seen early drawings, revealing the creative foundations that would later shape his celebrated collaboration with Peter Fischli

Residents of Kypseli say cracks in buildings and water emerging in basements have intensified fears over the impact of Metro Line 4 tunneling, as independent experts prepare to assess the damage.

Greek health authorities have expanded high-risk surveillance areas after 21 locally acquired West Nile virus cases were confirmed this season, though no deaths have been reported.

Greek police have identified the woman whose body was discovered in a suitcase inside an abandoned building in Athens' Kypseli neighborhood and are now focusing on the circumstances of her death.

New data show overnight stays and visitors per resident have nearly tripled in eight years, with pressure concentrated in a handful of central districts

Greek police detained a 71-year-old foreign national moments before his flight to Toronto after discovering an Interpol Red Notice issued by Peruvian authorities over allegations of child rape

The General Index ended at 2,521.18 points, up 0.13%, after trading between an intraday low of 2,510.38 points and a high of 2,531.76 points.

Athens sees tourism surge beyond pre-pandemic levels, while short-term rental growth slows in areas where new permits have been suspended.

The Greek capital's historic center hosts 60% of tourist beds, highlighting persistent pressure despite licensing restrictions

The 23-year-old fled a police stop on a motorcycle before being caught on foot in Nea Smyrni. Authorities said a screwdriver was found in his possession, and he faces charges including disobedience and a weapons law violation.

The UoA is the top choice for most successful candidates, welcoming the most new students among Greek universities

A caller warned Monday that an explosive device had been planted inside the building, sending bomb disposal experts to the scene and shutting down traffic in the Greek capital's center

A 28-year-old man has been arrested after attacking his 37-year-old former partner, who was pregnant, in an assault that prosecutors say resulted in the death of the unborn child.