Giorgos Papadakis funeral set for January 8th – Family’s wishes
Greek television presenter Giorgos Papadakis’ funeral scheduled for January 8th at Ritsona Crematorium following sudden death at 74 from heart attack.
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Air traffic controllers slam contradictory government statements
Air traffic controllers union criticizes contradictory official statements about Athens FIR blackout that caused hundreds of flight delays and cancellations.
Athens FIR blackout: Technical error or chronic neglect?
Athens airport chaos as radio blackout causes flight cancellations. Investigation reveals dispute between authorities and controllers over aging systems.
Thessaloniki: 67-year-old man arrested for forcing dog to run beside moving car on leash
Police arrest 67-year-old driver in Thessaloniki for forcing dog to run beside moving car on leash, violating animal welfare laws after citizen complaint.
Severe storms hit Greece: Civil protection safety guidelines
Greece braces for severe storms Tuesday-Wednesday. Civil Protection issues critical safety guidelines for citizens as intense weather hits multiple regions.
Greek airports face unprecedented chaos as unexplained technical failure triggers ground stop
Mysterious technical failure shuts down Athens FIR, causing unprecedented airport chaos and stranding thousands of travelers across Greece.
George Papadakis: Beloved journalist’s final hour – How he passed away
Beloved Greek journalist George Papadakis from ANT1’s “Good Morning Greece” died within an hour after suffering cardiac arrest at a friend’s home in Athens.
Greek universities complete major student registry cleanup
Greece completes massive university reform, removing over 308,000 inactive students from higher education registries in landmark cleanup operation.
Athens traffic police conduct 5,531 breathalyzer tests in 24 hours
Athens traffic police conducted 5,531 breathalyzer tests in 24 hours during New Year’s period, with only 17 drivers found above legal alcohol limits.
Weather: 2026 among hottest years in history – What forecasts reveal
2026 predicted to be among hottest years in history, with global temperatures reaching 1.46°C above pre-industrial levels according to UK Met Office forecasts.
Parnassos ski resort packed with visitors: Five slopes open
Parnassos ski resort reaches peak capacity during holidays with five slopes and seven lifts operational, plus three fully functioning chalets for visitors.
Greek farmers block highways: Athens-Lamia route closed, open protests continue
Greek farmers maintain highway blockades affecting Athens-Lamia route while preparing for crucial nationwide meeting to discuss agricultural demands this Sunday.