Archbishop Elpidophoros feels unwell during service in Greece
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America felt unwell during a church service in Thessaloniki due to heat and his demanding schedule, but has been discharged in good health.
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OPEKEPE case: One of 22 defendants imprisoned, others released
One defendant imprisoned while 21 others released with conditions in major Greek agricultural subsidy fraud case involving OPEKEPE worth thousands of euros.
Heat dome devastates Western Europe with 18 dead as Greece hits 33°C during Pentecost weekend
Heat dome causes 18 deaths across Western Europe while Greece prepares for 33°C temperatures during Pentecost weekend. Unprecedented May temperatures hit UK, France, Spain.
How criminal gang stripped Greek power grid transformers in massive copper theft operation
Greek police bust massive copper theft ring targeting power grid transformers, arresting 25 in operation that caused €3M+ damages across Thessaly region.
Truck destroys bridge and crashes into car lot in Greece accident
Security camera captures dramatic truck accident in Larissa, Greece where runaway vehicle destroys bridge and crashes into car lot, injuring driver.
3-year-old abuse case in Chania: Parents detained on attempted murder charges
Parents of 3-year-old girl in Chania charged with attempted murder and remanded in custody. Child remains in pediatric ICU after severe abuse injuries.
Thessaloniki tornado causes panic at karting track – Video
A tornado struck a karting track in Thessaloniki, sending people running as tents flew through the air. No injuries reported but significant damage occurred.
Operation “Harvest”: Greek FBI exposes organized crime in agricultural subsidies – 1,151 defendants
Greek authorities dismantle massive agricultural subsidy fraud involving 1,151 defendants and criminal networks across the country, revealing organized crime infiltration.
State Department urges Greece to return November 17 leader to prison
US expresses deep disappointment over Greek court’s decision to release November 17 terrorist leader, urging Athens to exhaust all legal means for his return.
Thessaloniki: Murder that waited four years for answers revealed
Four-year investigation reveals chilling murder case in Thessaloniki involving dismembered Pakistani man found in sea after years-long persecution.
Thessaloniki murder solved: Man arrested for dismembered body found at sea
Greek police solve brutal Thessaloniki murder case after four years, arresting one suspect in dismemberment killing that shocked the city in 2022.
Whitsun holiday exodus: Greek islands bound as ferries depart 90% full
Greek islands see massive holiday rush as ferries depart Piraeus port 90% full during Whitsun weekend exodus. Peak travel expected Friday afternoon.