Patras: 86-year-old grandmother dies saving 7-year-old from motorcycle
Heartbreaking funeral held for 86-year-old woman who died protecting 7-year-old girl from motorcycle accident in Patras. Child still asks “where is grandma?”
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Crete mafia exposed: “I’m a parking lot that sells drugs”
Shocking wiretaps expose Crete mafia network as two high-profile suspects emerge in major organized crime investigation involving drugs and extortion.
Greek mafia member and right-hand man of fugitive “Edik” jailed
Greek mafia member and lieutenant of fugitive crime boss “Edik” imprisoned despite denying charges of extortion and cigarette smuggling operations.
Thessaloniki crash: 45-year-old Porsche driver defends herself
45-year-old Porsche driver faces felony charges after high-speed crash in Thessaloniki left two victims hospitalized in critical condition.
Chios: Four police officers under arrest after Turkish smuggler escapes
Four Greek police officers arrested after Turkish human smuggler escaped by jumping into Aegean Sea while handcuffed during ferry transport between islands.
Crete drug ring exposed after police officer’s house bombed
Major drug trafficking ring in Crete exposed after bombing attack on police officer’s home reveals money laundering operation worth hundreds of thousands.
The last August dip – Beaches flooded with people
Thousands flock to Greek beaches for the final August weekend as summer’s last hurrah draws crowds seeking one more perfect day of sun and sea.
Greece: 86-year-old becomes “shield” to save 8-year-old Maria
Heroic 86-year-old grandmother sacrifices her life to save 8-year-old girl from speeding motorcycle in tragic Patras accident that has shocked Greece.
Major police operation in Crete uncovers criminal network
Massive Greek police operation in Crete arrests 48 members of criminal network involved in drug trafficking, money laundering through luxury tourism businesses.
Summer holidays end: massive return of vacationers from Greek islands
Over 33,000 vacationers return to Athens as summer holidays end, creating massive crowds at Piraeus port with 27 scheduled ferry routes from Greek islands.
Strong winds collapse stage, cancel Anna Vissi concert in Greece
Strong winds collapsed the stage at Anna Vissi’s concert in Ioannina, Greece, forcing cancellation. No injuries reported as crews worked on final preparations.
Patras tragedy: 86-year-old neighbor dies saving 7-year-old girl
Heroic 86-year-old neighbor sacrifices her life to save 7-year-old girl from motorcycle in tragic Patras accident. Father seeks help finding reckless driver.