Death toll rises to 4 after fire at food factory
The death toll from a fire at a food factory near the city of Trikala in central Greece has risen to four, while one woman remains missing, according to reports.
Capital choking on its own wheels
Finding parking in Athens neighborhoods like Kypseli (photo) can take over 30 minutes, reflecting Greece’s status as the EU region with the fourth-highest car ownership: 872 vehicles per 1,000 residents.
Hotel expansion near Sarakiniko beach sparks new outcry on Milos
The Cycladic island of Milos has again become the focus of controversy over alleged illegal development, as construction continues on a major expansion of a hotel complex near the island’s iconic Sarakiniko beach, known for its moon-like white rock formations.
3 dead, 2 missing after fire at food factory near Trikala
Three people were found dead and two others were missing on Monday after a fire at a food factory near the city of Trikala in central Greece, a fire brigade official told Reuters.
Athens navigates geopolitical whirlwind
Greece is engaged in intense diplomatic maneuvering as the United States prepares to withdraw American personnel from multiple NATO command structures across Europe by 2029, according to well-informed sources.
Critical phase for sheep pox
Greece is at a critical point in containing sheep and goat pox, with signs of slowing transmission but warnings against easing measures.
5 workers missing after fire at biscuit factory in Trikala
A large fire broke out early Monday at a biscuit factory in Trikala, in the central Greek region of Thessaly, with authorities reporting that five female workers were missing, according to local media.
Weather forces ferry cancellations from Piraeus port
Adverse weather conditions forecast for the southeastern Aegean Sea led to the cancellation of several ferry services from the port of Piraeus on Monday, reports said.
Lifeline for permitless Cyprus hotels
The Cypriot Parliament has thrown a temporary lifeline to dozens of hotels and tourist accommodations that are technically operating without a proper license.