Crete: Nearly 14,000 migrants landed on the island since year start
Nearly 14,000 migrants have arrived in Crete since early 2024, with flows increasing rather than decreasing according to Coast Guard officials.
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Greek health authority issues new COVID vaccine guidance for 2025-26
Greek health authorities issue new COVID-19 vaccination guidelines for 2025-26, recommending shots for vulnerable groups including those over 60.
Greek police ban Syntagma Square rally for Hamas leader anniversary
Greek police ban pro-Palestinian rally at Athens’ Syntagma Square marking first anniversary of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar’s death, citing public safety concerns.
Finikounda murders: New revelations from camping owner’s two wills
Two wills from murdered Greek camping owner reveal shocking disinheritance just days before double murder in Finikounda, raising new questions.
Russian monk arrested at Macedonia airport after 3 years illegal stay on Mount Athos
Russian monk arrested at Macedonia Airport after living illegally on Mount Athos for three years. Court imposes sentence but allows voluntary repatriation.
Tragedy in Greece: 43-year-old mother of two dies by suicide
A 43-year-old mother of two children in central Greece died by suicide using medication, leaving behind a note explaining her reasons, shocking the local community.
Serres: Eight defendants to face felony charges in 11-year-old student’s boiler explosion death
Eight defendants face felony charges in Greece over 11-year-old student’s death from school boiler explosion during heating system upgrade work in Serres.
Fatal traffic accident on Vasilissis Sofias Avenue: Air Force NCO killed in truck-motorcycle collision
Fatal collision on Athens’ Vasilissis Sofias Avenue claims life of Air Force mechanic. Truck-motorcycle crash near US Embassy leaves young serviceman dead.
Drunk driver crashes into post office on Kifisias Avenue (Video)
Young driver loses control and crashes into Greek post office storefront after exceeding alcohol limit. Video footage shows the dramatic crash on Kifisias Avenue.
Double murder in Greece: Two 22-year-olds appear in court
Two 22-year-olds accused of double murder at Greek camping site appear in court as authorities investigate possible third accomplice involvement.
Istanbul tragedy: Bus driver crashes into bus stop during road rage incident – One dead, four injured
Deadly bus crash in Istanbul kills one woman and injures four after driver’s road rage incident with motorcyclist leads to tragic collision with crowded bus stop.
Weather: Double storm wave hits Greece with heavy rains and thunderstorms
Double storm system brings heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to Greece over the next five days, with western regions expected to be hit hardest.