Patras-Pyrgos highway opens to traffic: First cars cross new route
Major Greek highway opens as first cars cross new Patras-Pyrgos route, connecting Western Greece with improved safety and cutting travel times significantly.
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Attiki Odos: 18-year-old arrested for dangerous driving at 188 km/h
18-year-old driver arrested on Attiki Odos highway for dangerous driving at 188 km/h, exceeding speed limit by 108 km/h in 80 km/h zone.
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.
Weather: Where rain and storms expected next week
Greece weather improves Friday with fewer storms, but new weather change expected next week bringing rain and thunderstorms to central and northern regions.
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
52-year-old mother in Volos faces serious charges including incest and child pornography involving her 12-year-old daughter, shocking the local community.
Dead girl in Palaio Faliro: The key woman in the case, the stroller, the children, and the mystery of the disappearance
Police analyze CCTV footage showing mysterious woman with children hours before 4-year-old girl found dead on Greek beach. Investigation focuses on key suspect.
3.2 magnitude earthquake hits Astypalea island in Greece
A 3.2 magnitude earthquake struck near the Greek island of Astypalea on Wednesday night, with its epicenter located 13 kilometers southeast of the island.
Bus collision with car on Syggrou Avenue – Video
Bus collision with car on Athens’ Syggrou Avenue leaves six injured but in stable condition. Eyewitness describes the accident scene and victims’ injuries.
Metsovo: Optimistic messages for 15-year-old Dimitris – Liver transplant completed successfully
15-year-old Dimitris undergoes successful liver transplant in Turin after severe heat stroke during hiking trip in Metsovo. Doctor confirms surgery went well.
12 Greek beaches lose ‘Blue Flag’ status in 2025
Twelve Greek beaches lost their prestigious Blue Flag status in 2025 due to organizational deficiencies, despite maintaining excellent water quality standards.
Weather alert: Hail forecast map shows risk areas for Greece
Greek meteorologist warns farmers of severe hailstorm risk with 50-60% probability in central and northern mainland regions Thursday.