Patras fire destroys 42,500 acres, damages 90 homes with 33 completely destroyed
Devastating Patras wildfire destroys 42,500 acres and damages 90 homes. Government announces support measures including rental compensation and tax exemptions.
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Murder in Athens suburb: 28-year-old obsessed with victim
A 28-year-old man fatally stabbed a 47-year-old woman in Athens after she reportedly complained about him to his friends, revealing an obsessive relationship.
Fatal crash on Egnatia highway leaves three dead in Greece
A shocking traffic accident occurred on Monday afternoon (18/08) on the Egnatia highway between Xanthi and Komotini, near the Iasmos toll stations, when under circumstances still unknown, a truck collided with two vehicles, causing a…
Virgin Mary of Tinos: Thousands of faithful gather to venerate the miraculous icon on Assumption Day
Thousands of pilgrims flock to Tinos on Assumption Day to venerate the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary, as Greece commemorates both faith and history.
Patras fires: “I don’t remember, I drank too much tsipouro”
Three men arrested for Patras wildfires face court hearings. One claims memory loss from alcohol, another confesses to starting fires with friends.
Patras fire: Gradual return of patients to Karamandaneio Hospital begins
Greek hospital patients return to Karamandaneio after wildfire evacuation. Health Minister confirms gradual resumption of normal operations by Thursday afternoon.
Katsafados on wildfires: New measures for fire victims Monday
Greek government announces new support measures for wildfire victims as climate crisis brings devastating blazes and extreme weather across the country.
Patras fire arrests: How police caught three arsonist suspects
Police arrest three suspects in major Patras wildfire using video evidence, witness testimony, and gasoline bottle found at scene.
Wildfires turn over 100,000 acres to ash in Greece
Satellite data reveals devastating wildfires have burned over 100,000 acres across four Greek regions, with Chios suffering the worst damage.
Wildfires in western Greece: Canadair aircraft refuel near Rio-Antirrio bridge in dramatic rescue operation (Video)
Dramatic footage shows Canadair aircraft refueling near Rio-Antirrio bridge as 222 firefighters battle massive wildfires in western Greece for second day.
Fire in western Greece destroys 550 cars at Patras customs facility
Devastating wildfire in western Greece completely destroys 550 vehicles at Patras customs facility. Shocking images show massive destruction.
Massive wildfires rage across Greek islands: firefighters battle blazes in Chios and Achaia (photos)
Devastating wildfires sweep across Greek islands as heroic firefighters battle multiple blazes in challenging conditions. See dramatic photos from the frontlines.