Zappeion: Homeless woman who set herself on fire dies
A 67-year-old homeless woman died after setting herself on fire outside the Zappeion in central Athens. The tragic incident shocked witnesses on Wednesday morning.
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Piraeus Port: July vacationers departure peaks as ferries leave at 100% capacity
Piraeus Port sees massive exodus as July vacationers flood ferries to Greek islands. Ferry capacity hits 100% despite soaring ticket prices affecting travel plans.
Volos: Mother faces charges for incest and child pornography
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3.2 magnitude earthquake hits Astypalea island in Greece
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Bus collision with car on Syggrou Avenue – Video
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Metsovo: Optimistic messages for 15-year-old Dimitris – Liver transplant completed successfully
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12 Greek beaches lose ‘Blue Flag’ status in 2025
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Weather alert: Hail forecast map shows risk areas for Greece
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Woman sets herself on fire outside Zappeion in Athens
Elderly homeless woman sets herself ablaze outside Athens’ Zappeion Hall. Presidential Guard intervenes quickly, victim hospitalized with severe burns.
Rhodes: 38-year-old charged with sexual abuse of 13-year-old stepdaughter
Rhodes court orders detention of 38-year-old man accused of repeatedly sexually abusing his 13-year-old stepdaughter following forensic evidence.