Two arrested for arson by negligence in Kranidi
Two men were arrested on Tuesday in connection with a wildfire that burned for three days near the resort town of Kranidi, in Argolida, northern Peloponnese.
Wildlife rescue group issues appeal for help
The Athens-based wildlife conservation group ANIMA has issued a cry for help as it struggles to cope with a leap in admissions at its first-aid center in the suburb of Kallithea.
Dendias discusses ‘3+1’ alliance, EastMed Act, Ukraine with US delegation
Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias met on Thursday with the chairman of the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs, Rep. Gregory Meeks, and other members of Parliament to discuss bilateral relations.
EU drugs regulator not adamant that Covid boosters target new Omicron offshoots
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is open to different next generation Covid vaccines, an official said on Thursday, amid a rise in cases due to circulating Omicron offshoots.
Health authorities announce 18,297 new covid infections, 28 deaths
Greek health authorities reported 18,297 new cases of Covid-19 on Thursday, a drop from Wednesday’s 19,303, and 28 virus-related deaths, versus 22 the day before.
Environment ministry unveils bill for offshore wind parks
The Environment and Energy Ministry on Thursday unveiled a draft bill for public consultation that will legislate for the development of offshore wind parks with a capacity of 2 Gigawatts by 2030.
E-grocers shift to 24/7 service
The battle for market share in small retail is shifting to the field of extended business hours, where the entry of the two largest digital platforms for ordering deliveries at home has drastically changed the landscape.
Thessaloniki robbers make off with jewellery worth 100,000 euros
A team of robbers stole jewellery worth 100,000 euros from the safe of a store in the northern city of Thessaloniki early Thursday morning.
Greek tourism bounces back, but high inflation rears its head
Foreign visitors are flocking back to Greece’s islands and ancient monuments, raising hopes for its vital tourism industry after a turbulent two years, though the impact of high inflation means a return to normal may still be some way off.
Severe weather warning issued for Friday, Saturday in parts of Greece
The civil protection agency is on alert following a severe weather warning issued by the National Meteorological Service for Friday and Saturday, especially for central and northern Greece.