Resignations, protests eroding research
Greece’s research sector is facing growing turmoil, marked by accusations of opaque practices, political indifference and the resignations of prominent scientists from key advisory bodies.
Wildfire breaks out in Grevena
A wildfire has broken out in the rural area of Agios Kosmas in Grevena, western Macedonia.
Almost like organized crime
Common to the ongoing bloodshed in Ukraine and Gaza is how in both cases the United States is not using its military and diplomatic power to contribute to an end to the fighting.
Former PM’s family thanks public for support after daughter’s passing
Former Greek prime minister Antonis Samaras and his family have expressed heartfelt gratitude to the public for its support and solidarity following the loss of daughter and sister, Lena Samaras, who passed away on August 7 at the age of 34 after suffering cardiac arrest.
Tempe probe concludes, case expected in court by spring 2026
The judicial investigation into the Tempe railway disaster, led by appellate judge Sotiris Bakaimis, has formally concluded, with the trial expected to begin in spring 2026.
Ministries, mayor clash over Athens municipality’s latest plan for iconic street
Three ministries – Culture, Environment and Energy, and Infrastructure and Transportation – issued a joint statement on Friday opposing the Municipality of Athens’ decision to enable limited vehicle traffic along Vasilissis Olgas Avenue, an important thoroughfare in the city center currently being revamped.
Intoxicated woman admits to abandoning car after Thessaloniki crash that injured two
A 45-year-old woman suspected of abandoning her vehicle after a serious road accident in Thessaloniki early Friday morning has admitted to being the driver.
Tiny carved animals found in Turkey tell story of prehistoric myth making
A set of carved stone animals – a fox, a vulture and a wild boar – is shedding light on the way prehistoric people told stories after being unearthed by archaeologists in southeastern Turkey.
Tsitsipas upset by underarm serves as he slumps out of US Open
A frustrated Stefanos Tsitsipas took exception to his opponent’s tactics after blowing a match point and exiting the US Open in the second round courtesy of a five-set loss to Daniel Altmaier on Thursday.
Police arrest 36-year-old wanted for role in tobacco smuggling gang
Greek police on Thursday arrested a 36-year-old man wanted on charges of extortion and participation in a criminal organization involved in large-scale smuggling of illicit tobacco products.