New heat wave with strong winds and brief rain hits Thursday
Greece braces for another heat wave on Thursday with temperatures reaching 37°C, strong 8 Beaufort winds in the Aegean, and brief mountain showers expected.
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Greece launches new SMS campaign for free preventive health screenings
Greece’s Deputy Health Minister announces new SMS campaign starting September for free preventive health screenings, urging citizens to prioritize healthcare.
Crete: Doctor accused of child abuse at summer camp denied bail
Doctor at Crete summer camp denied bail on child abuse charges. Defense lawyer resigns as case escalates to felony status with new complaints filed.
Nea Styra ferry grounding: “Crew panicked more than passengers”
Retired admiral reveals crew panic and protocol failures during Greek ferry grounding at Nea Styra, criticizing delayed rescue response and radar malfunction.
Paleo Faliro: 32-year-old mother jailed for murder of 3-year-old
32-year-old mother jailed for alleged murder of 3-year-old daughter in Greece. She claims it was an accident during testimony to investigating judge.
Ferry captain claims “rudders jammed, didn’t see rocks” in Greece
Ferry captain claims rudders jammed and didn’t see rocks that caused grounding with 114 passengers aboard near Greek island. Refloating operation continues.
Child sexual abuse: Shocking cases by “trusted” individuals
Disturbing rise in child sexual abuse cases in Greece involves trusted professionals. Recent arrests reveal shocking exploitation networks affecting dozens.
Thessaloniki: 8-year-old in critical condition after balcony fall
A 9-year-old boy remains in critical condition after falling from a first-floor balcony in Thessaloniki, undergoing emergency neurosurgery for severe head injuries.
Evia ferry grounding: Video shows passengers searching for life jackets
Ferry passengers forced to find life jackets themselves after grounding incident in Evia. Captain faces prosecutor as video reveals chaotic evacuation scenes.
British tourist vanishes from Greek beach – Had disappeared in London in 2020
A 59-year-old British tourist mysteriously vanished from a Greek beach while vacationing with her husband. She had previously disappeared in London in 2020.
Wildfire breaks out in Aetolia-Acarnania forest region
Forest fire erupts in Aetolia-Acarnania with 35 firefighters, aircraft and helicopters deployed for emergency response operations.
Ferry passengers evacuated safely after running aground in Greece
Ferry passengers safely evacuated after vessel ran aground near Greek island of Evia. Coast Guard investigating incident with no injuries reported.