Spain train crash death toll rises to 40 amid investigation
Death toll from Spain train collision rises to 40 as investigation begins. Government declares three days of mourning while authorities promise full transparency.
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Greek farmers meet PM: “Productive talks” vs “Protests continue”
Greek farmers hold marathon talks with PM Mitsotakis over production costs and fuel taxes. Government calls discussions “productive” but farmers vow to continue protests.
Italian fashion designer Valentino dies at age 93
Legendary Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani has died at 93, ending a remarkable career that shaped haute couture and luxury fashion for over five decades.
Trump threatens 100% tariffs over Greenland, won’t rule out force
Trump refuses to rule out military action on Greenland, threatens 100% tariffs on European allies who oppose US territorial ambitions in the Arctic.
Fatal stabbing at Korydallos prison: Heavy criminal killed in inmate clash
Fatal stabbing at Greece’s Korydallos prison leaves one heavy criminal dead after violent clash between inmates of different nationalities.
EU has “strong tools” to respond to Trump threats, French minister says
France and Germany present united front against Trump’s tariff threats as EU prepares strong response using trade tools and anti-coercion measures.
Greece braces for severe weather from Wednesday: snow, rain and strong winds hit the country
Winter has made its entrance, with temperatures significantly low and the first snow already appearing. Polar cold prevails across the country while Wednesday (21/01) is expected to bring a rapid deterioration of the weather. Read:…
Spain train crash: Broken rail connector caused derailment
Spain train derailment kills 39 after broken rail connector causes high-speed crash near Córdoba. Investigation reveals infrastructure failure as primary cause.
Taygetos rescue: “We were lucky,” says injured climber
Dramatic mountain rescue on Taygetos as injured climber recounts how his team survived after slip on icy terrain dragged multiple climbers down the slope.
New 48-hour taxi strike in Athens – SATA union announcement
Athens taxi drivers launch 48-hour strike affecting the entire metropolitan area. Union demands government changes to proposed transportation legislation.
Pierrakakis chairs first Eurogroup meeting: “We must defend territorial sovereignty and international law”
Greek Finance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis chairs his first Eurogroup meeting, emphasizing territorial sovereignty and international law amid Trump’s threats.
Maria Karystianou sparks fierce backlash over abortion comments
Fierce backlash has erupted following Maria Karystianou’s statements about abortions, which she made during a Monday morning (19/1) television interview. Specifically, Ms. Karystianou was asked – in addition to questions about her new party, upcoming…
Maria Karystianou launches leadership bid with religious imagery backdrop
Maria Karystianou targets anti-establishment and religious voters in her political campaign, using religious imagery and attacking the “corrupt political system.”
Spain train crash: High-speed rail network suspended nationwide
A serious train crash occurred on Sunday evening (18/1) in southern Spain, in the Adamuz area of Córdoba, when two trains collided and derailed. According to emergency services, at least 21 people lost their lives,…
Trump’s Gaza Peace Council: Greece faces $1 billion decision
Greece weighs Trump’s invitation to join Gaza Peace Council as $1 billion price tag and UN replacement concerns emerge from complex multi-page proposal.
Eurogroup: Pierrakakis makes debut amid diplomatic crisis
Pierrakakis makes his Eurogroup debut amid US-Europe tensions over Greenland, with Bulgaria’s eurozone entry and Trump’s tariff threats dominating the agenda.
Mitsotakis to farmers: “I won’t give more money” – Meeting conditions
Greek PM Mitsotakis sets firm conditions for farmer meeting, refusing additional funding beyond announced measures after weeks of agricultural protests.
Major fire destroys plastics factory in Menidi, Greece – Emergency alert issued
Emergency alert issued as massive fire completely destroys plastics factory in Menidi, Greece. Residents ordered indoors due to toxic smoke from industrial blaze.
GPO poll shows ND leads by 15.2 points as Karystianou soars to 22.8%
Latest GPO poll reveals New Democracy maintains strong 15.2-point lead while Karystianou’s potential new party surges to 22.8%, reshaping Greek political landscape.
Eight nations issue joint statement against Trump tariff threats
Eight European nations unite against Trump’s tariff threats over Greenland, warning of damage to transatlantic relations and committing to Arctic security.