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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Germany to deliver two Patriot systems to Ukraine in US deal
Germany will deliver two Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine under a US agreement, with launchers arriving within days and components in 2-3 months.
September pensions: Payment dates set for August 26 and 28
September pensions will be paid on August 26 for private sector non-salaried workers and August 28 for salaried employees and public sector retirees.
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.
Coast Guard praised for swift action in Faliro tragedy case
Greek Coast Guard and police praised for swift arrest of suspect in tragic child death case at Paleo Faliro beach through coordinated investigation.
5 key traveler types choosing Greek islands this summer
Discover the 5 main traveler types choosing Greek islands this summer, from solo adventurers to families, based on 2025 booking data analysis.
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.
Eurostat: Greece inflation rises to 3.7%, eurozone steady at 2%
Greece’s inflation climbs to 3.7% in July while eurozone remains stable at 2%, meeting ECB targets amid economic uncertainty and trade tensions.
Greek electricity giant DEI announces August power rates
Greece’s main electricity provider DEI cuts power rates for August, offering residential customers reduced tariffs and promotional summer pricing initiatives.
Deputy Minister of Transport, Kyranakis: Last summer without air conditioning on public transport
Greek Transport Minister promises air conditioning upgrade for Athens public transport, ending decades of summer heat problems for commuters.
Man slaps woman at Colombia airport over seat dispute – Video
Shocking video shows man violently slapping woman at Colombian airport over seat dispute, leading to his arrest and sparking outrage among travelers.
Efood reports €211M revenue for 2024 and €22.7M dividend payout
Efood’s parent company reports impressive €211M revenue growth in 2024, up 22% from previous year, with strong commission and delivery service performance.
Euronext CEO: Athens Stock Exchange to become key hub for Southeast Europe
Euronext CEO reveals plans to make Athens Stock Exchange a Southeast European hub, praising Greece’s “impressive economic progress” and earnings potential.
Alpha Bank reports strong Q2 2025 results: €517M profit, €111M dividend
Alpha Bank delivers exceptional Q2 2025 results with €517M profit and announces €111M dividend distribution, marking strong growth momentum.
Ukraine war: Russia continues bombing Kyiv – 26 dead including 3 children
Russia’s devastating bombing campaign in Kyiv kills 26 people including 3 children as Trump gives Putin 10-day ultimatum to end Ukraine war.
Notos: Nine million revenue gap and the Aiolou street gamble
Notos Holdings reports 3.7% revenue growth to €129.1M in 2024, but falls €9M short of targets despite strong resilience in retail and wholesale operations.
Trump announces additional tariffs on dozens of countries from August 7
Trump signs executive order imposing increased tariffs on dozens of countries worldwide, with rates ranging from 10% to 41%, taking effect August 7th.
5-month-old baby dies in hot car during Nebraska heatwave
Tragic incident in Nebraska as 5-month-old baby dies in hot car during heatwave. Father faces criminal charges for negligent child abuse resulting in death.
Trump signs executive orders: “Major step in making America healthy again”
Trump signs executive orders at White House with sports stars, restoring school fitness tests as part of his “make America healthy again” mission.