Despite intense storms and frequent flood alerts, Attica now faces an officially declared drought emergency. Years of prolonged dryness have drained reservoirs, forcing authorities to confront a water crisis reminiscent of the severe shortages of 1988–1994

The Athens International Airport toppled the famous Paris Orly Airport from the top ten list. According to the Eurostat data.

Greece begins dismantling its historic trolleybus network, starting in Piraeus, as electric buses roll out in their place—cutting operating costs by more than half and paving the way for modernized urban transport

No injuries were reported, only material damages to an unmarked police car

As the year winds down, Athens opens its arms to December’s charm. Festivals, music, theatre, and festive corners invite you to step out, slow down, and savor the season. Here’s a selection of moments you might like to add to your agenda

At a high-level panel on the Middle East’s future, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert warned that the Gaza conflict remains unresolved, while Egypt’s former Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry, and Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Alexandra Papadopoulou highlighted a rapidly changing regional landscape

In terms of foreign policy, Mitsotakis told To Vima publisher Yiannis Pretenteris at the Athens Policy Dialogues event that his government’s goal is to maintain an 'operational' relationship with an often-difficult neighbor, namely, Turkey

In Attica prefecture, which hosts the Greek capital and roughly half the country’s population, witnessed record amounts of rainfall, which in some locations exceeded 200 millimeters over the past few days.

Tourism remains a cornerstone of the Greek economy, a trend reinforced by OECD projections.

The organizers announced January 14, 2026, as the new screening date after severe weather forced the postponement of the anniversary documentary event honoring Maria Callas’ birthday, which was to be held in the presence of Monica Bellucci

The second day of the Athens conference brought senior political leaders, diplomats and analysts together for high-level discussions on shifting geopolitics, economic competition, maritime security, and the future of the Middle East.

The event is being organized and hosted by the Delphi Economic Forum, The Council – Greece in Global Affairs and the historic Athens weekly “To VIMA” (Το Βήμα), with this year’s theme entitled ‘The Eastern Mediterranean in Flux’

Taxis in Athens will be available from 6 a.m. on Friday, December 5, to facilitate transport access.

Opening on Dec. 25, the production revisits one of modern theatre’s foundational works with a fresh, incisive gaze.

To Vima’s two-day Athens Policy Dialogues convened prominent international figures for a discussion on the Gaza peace plan, shifting regional power dynamics, and the conditions needed for stability the day after the conflict, during the opening panel titled “Gaza Peace Plan: Challenges of the Next Day”

The event is being organized and hosted by the Delphi Economic Forum, The Council – Greece in Global Affairs and the historic Athens weekly “To VIMA” (Το Βήμα)

The Greek President went on to make a brief historical review of the region up to the present day. “Greece, due to its position on the front line of developments.

Global leaders, analysts, and policymakers gather in Athens to discuss Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East geopolitics, energy, and security at the opening day of the high-profile “Athens Policy Dialogues” conference

The Olympic Flame is set to be delivered to the Milano Cortina 2026 Organizing Committee, today, continuing its journey to Italy ahead of the Winter Games’ opening ceremony on February 6, 2026.

Athens remains without taxi service as the drivers’ strike is extended to Friday, with the taxi union calling for a large demonstration following clashes with police outside the Transport Ministry