Athens public transport goes 24/7 this weekend for first time
Athens launches historic 24-hour public transport trial this weekend, covering metro, tram, and buses. Nine additional bus lines join permanent services.
Greece
Voula bus crash: Second bus hit first “almost without brakes”
Mayor reveals shocking details of Voula bus crash: second bus hit first “almost without brakes,” full of young people heading to beach destinations.
Bus crash in Voula: “I lost consciousness, felt unwell” says driver
Bus driver loses consciousness causing major collision in Voula, Greece. 47 injured including 10 children, one woman in serious condition. Investigation ongoing.
Major wildfire in Koropi forces evacuations as flames reach homes
Major wildfire in Koropi, Greece forces evacuations as flames reach residential areas. Mayor warns coastal highway cut off as emergency services battle blaze.
Voula: Two buses crash on Karamanlis Avenue – Injuries reported
Two buses collided on Karamanlis Avenue in Voula on Friday morning, with multiple injuries reported from the crash near A’ beach in the Sounio direction.
Major wildfire in Pikermi, Rafina and Spata captured in 114-second video
Major wildfire in Pikermi, Rafina and Spata captured in dramatic 114-second video shows firefighting efforts as authorities conduct evacuations and assess damage.
Fourth arrest made in shocking gang rape case of 14-year-old girl
Police arrest fourth suspect in shocking gang rape case of 14-year-old girl in Piraeus, as investigation reveals disturbing details of the crime.
Greek police bust cocaine ring using liquid-soaked leather smuggling method
Greek police bust major cocaine ring using innovative liquid-soaked leather smuggling method to evade customs. Eleven arrests made in high-tech lab operation.
Wild fire east of Athens forces evacuations and traffic suspension
Major wildfire breaks out near Athens, forcing evacuation of three settlements. 90 firefighters battle blaze as emergency services issue 112 alert.
Crete: 4 gang members jailed for smuggling ammunition from Albania
Greek police bust major ammunition smuggling ring operating between Albania and Crete, arresting 6 people and seizing over 24,000 cartridges and weapons.
Truck driver arrested for dumping waste in forest area (Video)
Truck driver arrested for illegally dumping waste in forest area during surprise police operation. Environmental protection laws violated in Greece.
Very high fire risk alert issued for Friday July 4 – Areas on high alert
Greece issues very high fire risk alert for Friday July 4, affecting Attica, Central Greece, Peloponnese and North Aegean regions. Authorities urge caution.