Athens launches 24-hour public transport every Saturday
Athens launches permanent 24-hour public transport every Saturday, including Metro lines 2 and 3, Tram services, and selected bus routes across the city.
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Municipal worker attacked in Greece: “He punched my chest – I feared for my life”
Municipal worker in Greece brutally attacked while cleaning weeds, suffers chest punch that left him gasping for air and fearing for his life.
Sons of former SYRIZA minister arrested in Exarchia with collapsible batons
Sons of former SYRIZA minister arrested in Athens’ Exarchia district carrying concealed weapons including collapsible batons hidden in underwear.
Lekkas on 5.2 earthquake in Evia: “No reason for concern”
Expert assures no cause for alarm after 5.2 earthquake strikes Evia, Greece. 25 aftershocks recorded with minimal damage reported in affected areas.
Blood transfusion error sparks hospital investigation by EKEA
Hospital investigation underway after 67-year-old patient receives wrong blood transfusion at private clinic, sparking safety protocol review.
Antiquities trafficking at Great Cave Monastery: Six arrested
Greek police arrest monastery abbot and five others for attempting to sell Byzantine icons and 18th-century Gospels worth €200,000 to undercover officers.
Major public hospital director arrested for demanding bribes up to €4,000
Hospital director arrested for corruption, demanding up to €4,000 in bribes from patients at major public medical facility.
Cretan mafia leaders appear before investigator over blackmail charges
Two brothers accused of leading the Cretan mafia appeared before an investigator on blackmail charges involving a monastery abbot and explicit videos.
Shocking animal cruelty in Lemnos: Dogs thrown into shelter like trash bags
Shocking security footage reveals heartless abandonment of dogs at Greek island shelter, sparking outrage and calls for justice from animal welfare groups.
Paralympian Carolina Pelendritou denied taxi ride due to guide dog
Paralympic swimming champion Carolina Pelendritou was illegally denied taxi service due to her guide dog, highlighting discrimination against disabled passengers.
Fatal motorcycle crash in Ios: 29-year-old rider dies in accident
Fatal motorcycle accident in Ios claims life of 29-year-old rider. Investigation underway to determine cause of crash on provincial road.
Schools: When all-day programs begin in Kindergartens and Elementary Schools
Greece’s school year begins September 11 with new all-day programs for kindergarten and elementary schools. Find out the complete schedule and departure times.