Summer 2025 ranks as third hottest in Greece since 1960
Greece experiences third hottest summer since 1960, with temperatures 1.5°C above average and 70 out of 92 days exceeding normal seasonal levels.
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Crete mafia: Two more cases reveal corruption network
Greek police uncover massive corruption network in Crete involving mafia, church officials, and attempts to influence high-level religious appointments.
Traffic accident in Thermi: Porsche driver apologizes to the two young people she injured after release from custody
45-year-old Porsche driver apologizes after release, denies speeding or intoxication in Thessaloniki crash that injured two young people.
European Commission to Turkey on GSI: “Greece-Cyprus electrical interconnection is important project – We want it completed”
European Commission emphasizes strategic importance of Greece-Cyprus electrical interconnection project, calling for solution amid Turkish obstruction threats.
OPEKEPE scandal: Criminal investigation reveals €382,000 fraud
Greek authorities uncover major agricultural subsidy fraud involving 16 tax numbers and €382,000 in illegal payments as criminal investigation expands.
Greece facing demographic collapse as 760+ schools forced to close
Greece faces demographic crisis as 760+ schools close due to plummeting birth rates and student numbers, with authorities warning of educational collapse.
Working pensioners in Greece reach record participation with monthly increases up to €120
Over 230,000 Greek pensioners continue working under new 2024 regulations, earning pension increases up to €120 monthly while maintaining their retirement benefits.
Greece’s demographic crisis: Aging population threatens future
Greece faces a severe demographic crisis with only 72,300 births in 2023 and a rapidly aging population threatening the country’s economic future.
Erdogan: US must reconsider visa denial for Palestinian leaders
Turkish President Erdogan calls on US to reconsider decision denying visas to Palestinian officials for UN General Assembly, criticizing move as inconsistent.
Spyros Kokotos dies at 91: the hotelier who made Elounda a global destination
Legendary hotelier Spyros Kokotos, who transformed Elounda into a world-class luxury destination, has died at 91, leaving behind an extraordinary tourism legacy.
Patras: 46-year-old motorcyclist jailed for killing grandmother and injuring 8-year-old
A 46-year-old motorcyclist was jailed for a fatal crash in Patras that killed an 86-year-old grandmother and injured a young girl on Friday evening.
Crete mafia: Conversations between key-member of the organization and the former Defense Minister, Panos Kammenos
Shocking wiretaps reveal how Crete’s criminal organization tried to influence Greek politician to lobby the White House for Orthodox bishop election.
Patras: 86-year-old grandmother dies saving 7-year-old from motorcycle
Heartbreaking funeral held for 86-year-old woman who died protecting 7-year-old girl from motorcycle accident in Patras. Child still asks “where is grandma?”
New railway safety systems installed on 100 trains amid major reforms
Greece implements major railway safety reforms with automatic braking on 100 trains, strict penalties for violations, and 24-hour weekend metro service starting September.
Greek mafia member and right-hand man of fugitive “Edik” jailed
Greek mafia member and lieutenant of fugitive crime boss “Edik” imprisoned despite denying charges of extortion and cigarette smuggling operations.
Crete mafia exposed: “I’m a parking lot that sells drugs”
Shocking wiretaps expose Crete mafia network as two high-profile suspects emerge in major organized crime investigation involving drugs and extortion.
Greece achieves historic employment record in first seven months of 2025
Greece sets historic employment record with 319,843 new jobs created in first seven months of 2025, marking highest performance since data collection began in 2001.
Back to school 2025 at Plaisio: everything for the new school year
Discover Plaisio’s back to school 2025 collection with stylish bags, supplies, and furniture at amazing prices. Everything you need for the new school year!
Metlen approves €50M investment for 4th defense equipment factory
Metlen invests €50M in 4th defense factory in Volos, creating 200-250 jobs and strengthening Greece’s position in European defense manufacturing by 2027.
Thessaloniki crash: 45-year-old Porsche driver defends herself
45-year-old Porsche driver faces felony charges after high-speed crash in Thessaloniki left two victims hospitalized in critical condition.