The fire broke out on Saturday, but was quickly brought under control by the local fire brigade
Authorities identify a 26-year-old Albanian with a criminal record after fingerprints were found on a makeshift incendiary device discovered by a local resident
Metro, tram, bus, and trolley services in Athens will operate on altered schedules over the August 15 holiday, with reduced frequency due to the summer period
A man in his 30s from abroad suffered serious injuries after falling from a cliff near St. George’s chapel on Lycabettus Hill. Authorities are investigating the circumstances, including whether strong winds played a role
Several notifications via the 112 SMS platform were issued earlier by civil defense authorities to warn residents in affected areas to remain vigilant or to even evacuate.
With protests in over 70locations across Greece — from islands to towns and cities — thousands joined in a nationwide show of solidarity with Palestine, voicing strong opposition to Israel’s plans for Gaza
Homes, warehouses, cars, olive groves, and stretches of virgin forest were reduced to ashes in Friday’s wildfires southeast of Athens, which also claimed the life of an elderly man found burned in his home.
The mild earthquake had a magnitude of 4 on the Richter scale and was recorded just before 21.00 (19.00 GMT) on Friday evening, with an epicenter inland from the coastal town of Eretria
From the glow of ancient temples to the melodies of open-air concerts, the August full moon remains one of Greece’s most atmospheric cultural nights, blending history, art, and the magic of the summer sky
Wildfires have erupted in Drosia, Keratea, and Megara near Athens, prompting evacuation alerts via Greece’s 112 system. Strong winds are hampering firefighting efforts involving dozens of firefighters, ground teams, vehicles, and aerial support
A shocking attack in central Athens left two French tourists robbed and one injured after a taxi driver allegedly stabbed them in Omonia on Thursday night, before fleeing with their money
Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire while ensuring that the rest of the hospital remains operational. The “Sotiria” Hospital is one of Greece’s most prominent medical facilities, and the rapid evacuation is credited with preventing further escalation
Euronext’s takeover bid for the Athens bourse operator has fueled a surge in trading activity and pushed the market to the world’s second-best performance this year.
The overall project is budgeted at 7.3 million euros and with a competition timetable until late 2026
The company received a 2,000-euro fine for failing to remove construction materials as required by the city’s cleanliness regulations. Additional fines totaling 4,500 euros were imposed for road safety violations
The 32-year-old Algerian mother of the young girl found dead in the southern Athens suburb of Palaio Faliro has been remanded in custody following a joint decision by a Greek prosecutor and the investigating judge. The mother is accused of causing the death of her young daughter, whom she abandoned on the beach in Edem, […]
Despite a slight recovery in room revenue and occupancy, Athens still trails cities like Madrid, Rome, and Barcelona in tourism performance, with only Istanbul falling behind in key metrics.
The Greek capital ranks 12th globally in a new index of the best cities for remote work and holidays, confirming its growing appeal among digital nomads and hybrid workers.
An Egyptian appeals court decision nearly two months ago threatens the very existence of the history monastery as a Greek Orthodox institution abruptly
A grenade caused a late-night explosion at a hookah café in Athens' Agios Panteleimonas district, injuring two men. Greek authorities are investigating the incident as a possible targeted attack, with forensic tests and witness statements underway