Migration crisis in Gavdos: Over 100 new arrivals create suffocating conditions
Over 130 new migrants arrive in Gavdos creating unprecedented strain on Greek island’s limited resources as authorities struggle with mounting migration crisis.
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Giannis Malamas released after testimony, trial postponed to September 18
Giannis Malamas, son of singer Sokrates Malamas, was released after testimony in assault case involving taxi driver and police officers. Trial set for September 18.
Greece introduces stricter drunk driving penalties in new traffic code
Greece’s new traffic code introduces stricter penalties for drunk driving and speeding, with automated enforcement systems and hefty fines up to €4,000.
Greek politician Popi Semertzidou denies wrongdoing in €1.5M asset freeze
Former Greek politician Popi Semertzidou denies wrongdoing as authorities freeze €1.5M in assets over alleged EU farm subsidy fraud scandal.
Masked burglar fails to steal church donation box in Crete
Masked burglar fails to steal donation box from Greek monastery, destroys security camera instead. Police investigate using surveillance footage.
Korydallos Prison: Greek FBI raids find phones and knife in cells
Greek police raid Korydallos Prison cells, discovering contraband including mobile phones and an improvised knife, leading to charges against two inmates.
Sheep and goat pox outbreak: Emergency measures to halt spread
Greece declares emergency ten-day action plan as sheep and goat pox threatens livestock industry. Minister warns of potential lockdown if biosecurity fails.
Chania migration crisis: Over 1,100 migrants housed in inhumane conditions at exhibition center
Over 1,100 migrants housed in inhumane conditions at Chania exhibition center as Greek island faces unprecedented migration crisis threatening safety.
Car theft ring busted in Athens: Five members arrested
Greek police bust major car theft ring operating in Athens region, arresting five suspects who stole vehicles and falsified documents for illegal resale.
Halkidiki wolf attack: Drones deployed to find wolf that injured 5-year-old child
Authorities in Halkidiki deploy drones and thermal cameras to track down a wolf that attacked a 5-year-old Serbian child, as safety measures intensify in the area.
OPEKEPE scandal: Assets of former MP Popis Semertzidou frozen
Greek authorities freeze 1.5 million euros in assets from former politician Popis Semertzidou in major EU agricultural subsidy fraud scandal.
16-year-old motorcyclist in dramatic Kallithea chase has extensive criminal record
A 16-year-old with extensive criminal record led police on dramatic motorcycle chase through Kallithea, injuring officer before arrest.