Holy Synod: New Year’s cake cutting ceremony with Archbishop Ieronymos (Photos)
Greek Archbishop Ieronymos blessed the traditional New Year’s Vasilopita cake at Holy Synod ceremony, attended by clergy and staff in Athens.
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Evoia turns white on New Year’s Eve: Snow hits Steni and Stropones
Greece faces New Year’s Eve snowfall as winter weather blankets Euboea and threatens Attica with freezing temperatures and widespread snow across the mainland.
Greek New Year carols from across the nation aired on television
Traditional New Year carols from Crete, Corfu, and Tsakonia flooded Greek television, showcasing the nation’s rich folk heritage on New Year’s Eve.
Chania: Sanitation workers hospitalized after inhaling toxic substances
Two sanitation workers in Chania were hospitalized after inhaling toxic substances improperly disposed of in garbage bins during routine collection duties.
Athens water crisis: EYDAP’s €2.5 billion plan to secure Attica
Athens faces worst water crisis in 30 years as EYDAP announces massive €2.5 billion infrastructure plan to secure water supply amid climate change challenges.
Farmers blockades: Sunday meeting in Malgara to decide next steps
Greek farmers plan crucial meeting Sunday in Malgara to decide next steps as nationwide blockades continue, while police issue traffic diversion maps.
Police officer arrested in Rhodes with half kilo of cocaine
Police officer arrested in Rhodes with 500g cocaine hidden in car’s gear shift – authorities investigate potential trafficking network links.
Missing fire chief in Greece left heartfelt note for wife and children
Greek fire chief leaves emotional note for family before mysterious disappearance. Authorities examine smartwatch data showing severe sleep deprivation.
Major Athens food safety raids seize 12 tons of unsafe products
Athens authorities seize 12 tons of contaminated food products including spoiled meat and cheese in major holiday market raids across Attica Region.
Cold snap brings snow to Greece through New Year’s Day
Greece braces for Arctic blast bringing snow and freezing temperatures through New Year’s. Meteorologists warn of 10°C temperature drops and possible snowfall.
New Year’s Eve road closures: Which streets close in Athens
Major traffic restrictions in central Athens for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Key roads around Syntagma Square close from 8 PM Dec 31 through Jan 1.
21-year-old arrested on Attiki Odos for drunk driving and dangerous escape attempt
21-year-old driver arrested on Attiki Odos highway after drunk driving and attempting dangerous escape maneuvers to avoid police checkpoint.