A tragic crash at the Polymylos toll booth on Greece’s Egnatia Odos highway claimed two lives, with security footage revealing critical details. The video shows a Ukrainian truck driver speeding into two slow-moving cars, killing a Greek couple from Switzerland in a fiery collision. Facing felony charges, including negligent homicide, the driver awaits his hearing as the investigation continues.
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A Greek couple from Switzerland, visiting Kozani for Easter, tragically lost their lives in a fiery crash at the Polygyros toll booth. Authorities have identified the victims, a 73-year-old man and his 68-year-old wife, and are investigating the cause, analyzing security footage and witness accounts to uncover the circumstances of the devastating accident.
Serious clashes erupted outside the Agios Dimitrios Steam Power Plant in Kozani during Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ visit, as protesters attempted to breach a police cordon. The unrest, met with tear gas from riot police, involved PPC unions, local workers’ groups, and citizens opposing the prime minister’s presence at a company event unveiling a new investment plan.
Violent clashes erupted outside Kozani’s Power Station as protesters confronted riot police during Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ visit. Demonstrators, including DEI union members and local workers, tried to break through a police line, prompting the use of tear gas and flashbangs. After being pushed back 200 meters, the crowd—comprising trade unionists, officials, and citizens—was later allowed to regroup, highlighting simmering discontent in the region.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will visit Kozani on Thursday, April 3, to promote development and unveil the Public Power Corporation’s new investment plan for Western Macedonia. Speaking at events focused on a “Just Developmental Transition” and entrepreneurship, Mitsotakis aims to highlight the region’s shift toward a sustainable economic future.
Klavdia’s breathtaking ‘Asteromata’ video debuted today on ERT, igniting Greece’s Eurovision 2025 campaign. Filmed in Kozani and Sounio’s Temple of Poseidon, the cinematic clip weaves a tale of loss and hope, inspired by her Pontic roots and the Tempe tragedy. Set for the Basel stage on 15 May, this starry-eyed anthem is already captivating hearts.
Greece’s Eurovision 2025 representative, Klavdia, has revealed that her performance in Basel will be completely different from what audiences saw in the national final. In an exclusive interview, she shared her admiration for Helena Paparizou, reflected on her emotional national final experience, and teased a breathtaking stage show directed by Eurovision veteran Fokas Evangelinos. Klavdia also spoke about the upcoming music video for Asteromata, which showcases the beauty of Greece beyond its famous cities and coastline. With a fresh vision and cultural depth, she is ready to make a lasting impression on the Eurovision stage.
Students, pupils, and teachers across Greece held mass rallies today to demand justice for the victims of the tragic train collision in Tempi. Demonstrations took place in cities nationwide, with participants calling for accountability and an end to government negligence.
A cold wave has hit central and northern Greece, bringing snow and subzero temperatures to regions like Grevena and Lailias in Serres. Popular ski resorts, including Kaimaktsalan and Vassilitsa, recorded temperatures of -4°C. Authorities have made snow chains mandatory on several roads leading to ski destinations and mountainous areas, urging caution for travelers navigating icy conditions.
Greece’s prized saffron crop is facing a severe threat from prolonged drought, impacting yields and raising concerns about the future of this ancient tradition. The vibrant blue and purple saffron blossoms near Kozani belie the parched and cracked earth beneath, jeopardizing the livelihoods of farmers and the production of one of the world’s most expensive spices.
Two bear cubs were found dead at the Ammochori junction on the Florina-Kozani national highway on Monday morning.
Firefighters battled overnight to contain fires in Kos, Chios, and Heraklion, Crete. Evacuations were ordered in Kos, and Chios saw reduced fire intensity but reported six injuries and an arrest.
Four Greek cities – Thessaloniki, Ioannina, Kalamata, and Kozani – have earned the prestigious EU…
Boasting high booking rates, the long weekend ending on Clean Monday (the start of Orthodox Lent) and the subsequent long weekend for Greek Independence Day on March 25th are serving as a “dress rehearsal” for many Greek tourism destinations.
The farmers at noon on Sunday occupied the areas outside the administration building of the…
At the crossroads between Epirus, Thessaly and Macedonia, as well as Greece and the Balkans,…
Cleopatra used it to infuse her bathwater, while Alexander the Great bathed his battle wounds with it and drank saffron tea. Saffron, the gold of Greek land as it is called, is considered the best quality worldwide.
A driver outside of Siatista in Kozani had an unexpected encounter while he was in…
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Alternate Finance Minister Thodoros Skylakakis referred to the good prospects of the Greek economy at…