Piraeus: Two ships carrying 200 migrants from Crete arrive at port
Two ships carrying 200 migrants from Crete arrive at Piraeus port as Greece implements plan to decongest island facilities amid 350% surge in arrivals.
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Eirini Mourtzoukou: Police race against time before formal testimony
Greek police race against time to extract confession from Eirini Mourtzoukou before formal testimony in shocking infant murder case.
Weather: Temperatures drop on Saturday to 34°C
Greece enjoys cooler weather as temperatures drop to 34°C, providing relief from the heat wave. Weekend forecast shows continued mild conditions.
Significant international distinction: Greek island Kimolos has world’s cleanest beach waters
Greek island Kimolos claims world’s cleanest beach waters as Prassa beach tops global rankings with crystal-clear seas and pristine natural beauty.
Irini Mourtzoukou’s mother: No one listened to us when we voiced our suspicions
Mother of accused child killer Irini Mourtzoukou reveals family’s ignored warnings to authorities and flawed forensic reports that silenced their suspicions.
Bear shot and killed in Kastoria region of northern Greece
A six-month-old bear cub was shot and killed in Greece’s Kastoria region, marking the third bear death in three months amid rising wildlife protection concerns.
Rhodes: German tourist, 18, accuses Dutch man of rape
German tourist accuses Dutch man of rape in Rhodes hotel room after night of heavy drinking. Police investigate despite victim’s reluctance to prosecute.
Giannis Pretenderis: Counter terrorism investigation ongoing after bomb found at journalist’s home
Counter-terrorism investigation underway after bomb found at Greek journalist’s home. Device failed to explode, authorities examine all leads in ongoing probe.
Kyriaki Griva trial: Defendant’s mother says “I want my son convicted”
Dramatic courtroom scenes continue in Greek murder trial as defense attorney throws bottle and defendant’s mother testifies against her own son.
Building violations: Millions of properties at risk by 2026
Property owners face asset devaluation as building violation regularization deadline approaches March 2026, threatening millions of properties nationwide.
Earthquake hits Kefalonia
3.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Kefalonia island, felt across entire region. Shallow depth causes alarm among residents and tourists near Lixouri area.
AI and digital assistants revolutionize forensic autopsies in Greece
Greek forensic services undergo revolutionary transformation with AI technology and digital assistants for autopsies, following high-profile cases.