Greece’s top exam scorers in 2026: how they scored over 19,400 points without endless studying
Greece’s 2026 top exam scorers reveal how they achieved over 19,400 points — and why endless studying wasn’t their secret weapon.
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Teen swept out to sea in Megara rescued 800m from shore (Video)
A 14-year-old boy was swept 800 meters from shore at Megara beach in Greece. His mother swam alongside him until rescuers arrived.
Bee sting triggers anaphylactic shock in Thessaloniki man — saved by rapid EKAB response
A 55-year-old man in Thessaloniki went into anaphylactic shock after a bee sting and was saved by the rapid response of EKAB emergency teams.
Greece’s 2026 National Exams: Low top scores across subjects — Physics the exception
Greece’s 2026 National Exams results are in: top grades were rare in most subjects, but Physics saw a dramatic surge — here’s the full breakdown.
Death of 36-year-old doctor in Mytilene: Autopsy reveals multi-organ failure
A 36-year-old doctor died days after giving birth in Mytilene. Autopsy reveals multi-organ failure as investigators probe possible septic shock.
Helicopter crash in Metsovo: Eyewitness describes final moments before it sank into Lake Aoös
An eyewitness captured on video the dramatic crash of a firefighting helicopter into Lake Aoös in Metsovo, Greece, describing the terrifying final moments.
Takis Gkonias funeral: Mourners gather in Livadeia to pay their respects (Photos)
Greek football veteran Takis Gkonias was laid to rest in Livadeia on Thursday, as friends, family, and football figures gathered to bid farewell to the 54-year-old.
Greek actress Maro Kontou: 92-year-old man armed with knife tried to enter her hospital room
A 92-year-old man carrying a knife was stopped by security after trying to enter Greek actress Maro Kontou’s hospital room late Wednesday night.
Fatal hooligan clash in Kallithea: Young fan killed, two arrested on drug charges
A young man is dead after a fatal hooligan brawl in Kallithea, Athens. Two arrests made — but only on drug charges, not homicide.
Mytilene Mourns 36-Year-Old Doctor Who Died After Childbirth
A 36-year-old doctor from Mytilene died days after giving birth. Colleagues and the community are in shock, mourning a beloved healthcare hero.
Greece’s €9M electricity theft ring: Hotels, restaurants & gas stations exposed
A criminal network rigged digital electricity meters across Greece, stealing €9M from DEDDIE — with gas stations, hotels, and restaurants on the client list.
Movie-like car chase in Varkiza: Suspects crash, abandon vehicle with thousands in cash and vanish
A dramatic police chase in Varkiza ended in a crash as three suspects fled on foot, leaving behind thousands in cash wrapped in foil.