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The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, one of Athens’ most iconic and visited monuments, turns…
In a surprising turn of events, Efi Kakarantzoula, the woman responsible for the vitriol attack on Joanna Paliospirou in 2020, withdrew her appeal for a reduced sentence, bringing an end to a case that shook Greece. The court declared the appeal inadmissible, and Kakarantzoula returned to prison to serve her original 15-year sentence for attempted manslaughter. In a statement read by her lawyer, she expressed deep remorse for her actions and apologized to the victim, hoping her withdrawal would demonstrate genuine contrition. Despite the move, the prosecution questioned her motives, suggesting it was aimed at securing an early release.
Athens will honour the late former Prime Minister Costas Simitis by naming a street after him, Mayor Haris Doukas announced during the city council’s first meeting of the year. The tribute follows Simitis' passing on 5 January and reflects his enduring legacy as a key figure in Greece’s modernisation and eurozone entry.
On this day in 1822, Haiti became the first country to recognize Greece's independence from…
There's no guarantees with surgery. One thing is for sure: I can't keep doing what I'm doing. It's mental torture and physical torture," Kokkinakis said, revealing a tear in his pectoral and significant scar tissue that has been hampering his ability to compete at the highest level.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has nominated Kostas Tasoulas as Greece’s next President of the Republic. The nomination will undergo a parliamentary voting process, which could require up to five rounds, with varying majorities needed for each vote. The process will unfold over five days, with MPs considering Tasoulas as the candidate for the country’s highest office.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to address the Greek public on Wednesday at 11:00 AM, delivering a key message to citizens. The address will take place after the postponement of his scheduled meeting with President Katerina Sakellaropoulou. Further details will be revealed during the address.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet with President Katerina Sakellaropoulou on Wednesday for their regular monthly briefing, with expectations that he will announce his proposal for the next president of Greece, aiming for consensus within both the opposition PASOK party and his governing New Democracy party.
The Greek Foreign Ministry responded to Devlet Bahçeli's claims that the Dodecanese Islands were "stolen" from Turkey, affirming Greece's sovereignty over the islands as governed by the 1947 Paris Peace Treaty. The Ministry reiterated Greece's right to defense under International Law and condemned revisionist views on sovereignty.
A 37-year-old award-winning policewoman from the Athens Juvenile Sub-Division has been implicated in a sprawling €85 million protection racket involving brothels, casinos, and clubs. Internal Affairs revealed the officer's alleged role in providing crucial information to the criminal network, which included at least 11 police officers and 70 individuals. The arrests have sparked a broader investigation into corruption within law enforcement, with authorities vowing to uncover the full extent of the scandal.
Greece Battles Harsh Weather: Snowstorms, Freezing Temperatures, and Strong Winds Disrupt Daily Life
Greece is experiencing severe weather, with snowstorms, freezing temperatures, and strong winds causing disruptions nationwide. Northern regions are blanketed in snow, while heavy rain and thunderstorms impact areas like Attica and the Peloponnese. Authorities have issued alerts, closed schools in affected areas, and urged citizens to take safety precautions. Improvements in weather are expected in the coming days, but caution remains essential.
A Sheffield Wednesday fan has been fined £300 and banned from football matches for three years after mocking the death of former Sheffield United player and Greek international George Baldock during the Steel City derby. The incident caused widespread distress, with the fan later expressing remorse and admitting the act was a "sick joke." Baldock, who played for Panathinaikos, tragically passed away in Athens in October.
Starting January 15, Athens will introduce a new contactless payment system, "tap2ride," allowing passengers to board public transport using their debit, credit, or prepaid cards, as well as smartphones and smartwatches. This innovation, already successful on airport bus routes, aims to simplify travel, eliminate the need for physical tickets, and charge the most economical fare based on the journey. With this move, Athens joins major European cities in providing a seamless and convenient travel experience for both locals and tourists.
Greece is set to strengthen its defense posture with an Israeli missile deal amidst heightened tensions with Turkey. Inspired by ancient strategies of Themistocles, Greece plans to deploy advanced missile systems in the Aegean Sea to create a modern "wall of missiles." This strategic measure aims to counterbalance Turkey's superior naval power, highlighting Greece's commitment to regional security despite budgetary constraints.
A 69-year-old man tragically lost his life after falling onto the train tracks at Athens' Aghios Eleftherios metro station on Monday. Despite swift emergency response efforts, he was found dead at the scene. The incident, which occurred on the Piraeus-bound ISAP line, remains under investigation.
Orthodoxy, a cornerstone of cultural and spiritual heritage for nearly half of Europe, plays a vital role in shaping the continent’s identity, according to Greek Parliament President Konstantinos Tasoulas. During a meeting with Romanian MP Ioan Vulpescu, Tasoulas emphasized Orthodoxy's enduring influence on modern Europe, while Vulpescu highlighted its importance in addressing contemporary challenges like the global economic crisis.
A private investigator in Athens has reignited hope for justice in the 15-year-old cold case of Jean Hanlon's murder. By re-examining evidence and leveraging details from her diary, Haris Fluskounis has identified a suspect. Jean's family continues to seek justice, grateful for this new direction in their long-standing pursuit.
Confidential negotiations have yielded significant progress, though a formal deal has yet to be sealed.
Key discussions center on permanently housing the sculptures at Athens' Acropolis Museum while offering major Greek artifacts for extended exhibitions in London.
However, the discussions envision that not all pieces removed by Lord Elgin will return.
A 2.3 magnitude earthquake struck Galatsi at 5:46 AM on January 13, 2025, causing concern across Attica. The tremor's epicenter was located near Galatsi, with aftershocks continuing to raise anxiety amid recent seismic activity in the region.