Halki Seminary to reopen for 2026-27 academic year
Historic Halki Seminary set to reopen in 2026 after 55 years, following diplomatic breakthrough between Turkey and Ecumenical Patriarchate.
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Alexis Tsipras to speak at “Ithaca” book launch Wednesday
Former Greek PM Alexis Tsipras to speak at his new book “Ithaca” presentation Wednesday at Pallas Theatre, featuring prominent academics and economists.
Casino “investor” scam: Everyone except Martikas will be compensated
Lawyer of alleged casino investment scam mastermind reveals compensation plan excludes Spyros Martikas, citing settlement receipt in major fraud case.
Storm Adel batters Athens with severe hail, heavy rain and storms
Storm Adel brings severe hail, heavy rain and thunderstorms to Athens region with authorities on red alert as dangerous weather conditions continue.
Military Training Tragedy: 19-Year-Old Killed by Grenade Explosion
Tragic military training accident kills 19-year-old soldier when grenade explodes during exercise. Father shares heartbreaking final conversation with son.
Migrant facility in Serres: Shocking conditions revealed after escape attempt
Shocking revelations about dangerous working conditions at Greek migrant facility where 800 asylum seekers are housed and recent escape attempt occurred.
First snow falls: Parnassos, Kalavryta and Kaimaktsalan turn white
First winter snow transforms Greek ski resorts Parnassos, Kalavryta and Kaimaktsalan into winter wonderlands, with temperatures dropping nationwide.
Storm “Adel” devastates Greece: Houses at risk after landslides
Massive landslides from Storm Adel threaten Greek villages. Houses hang precariously as retaining walls collapse, causing millions in damage.
Tragedy of 19-year-old in Rhodes: “Have a good journey my man”
A 19-year-old Greek soldier died in a tragic training accident in Rhodes. Friends and family mourn the young man who was killed by an accidental grenade explosion.
Tragic loss of 19-year-old soldier: “He was a good kid, wouldn’t hurt a fly”
Devastating military training accident in Rhodes claims life of 19-year-old soldier Rafail Galyfianakis, leaving community heartbroken and family seeking answers.
Salamina murder: 46-year-old won’t seek leniency, lawyer says
46-year-old woman who confessed to murdering her mother-in-law in Salamina prepares to testify Friday. Lawyer says gambling addiction drove the crime.
4.8 magnitude earthquake strikes off Crete coast
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck off Crete’s coast early Thursday morning, with tremors felt across the Greek island for an extended duration.