Tag: MEGA

Explosion at Greek Ministry of Rural Development in Athens

An explosion rocked the Ministry of Rural Development on Syngrou Avenue in Athens late Saturday night, October 11, 2025, when four unidentified individuals detonated an incendiary device made of gas canisters. The blast shattered the building’s glass entrance and caused significant damage, but no injuries were reported. Security footage captured the suspects’ actions, and police are investigating.

Eirini Mourtzoukou Targets Victim's Mother in Child's Death Case

In a dramatic twist from Korydallos Prison, 25-year-old Eirini Mourtzoukou has sent a legal notice to the mother of 15-month-old Panagiotis, whose tragic death in Amaliada shocked Greece. Maintaining her innocence, Mourtzoukou accuses Popi of withholding vital medical records and deleting critical social media evidence. As the investigation nears a pivotal report, her lawyer, Nikos Alexandris, vows this is just the start of her fight to clear her name.

Kylie Minogue Lights Up Athens for Release Festival Debut: “Greece Feels Like Home”

Pop icon Kylie Minogue lands in Athens for her debut at the Release Festival, sharing her love for Greece’s people, food, and sea in an exclusive MEGA interview. Promising a high-energy, emotional show, she’s set to close the European leg of her “Tension Tour” with a night Athens won’t forget.

MAD VMA: From Vissi and Paparizou to Vandi and Foureira - 20 Unforgettable Performances

Ahead of the MAD Video Music Awards 2025 on Mega, we revisit 20 unforgettable performances from 2004 to today. From Anna Vissi’s electrifying “Eisai” and Elena Paparizou’s iconic “Mesa Sou” to Despina Vandi’s “Yparxei Zoi” and Eleni Foureira’s viral moments, these artists have defined Greek music history with performances that continue to captivate audiences.

Greek Rapper and Three Others Jailed for Kidnapping Businessman’s Son on Mount Hymettus

In a shocking case on Mount Hymettus, a well-known Greek rapper and three others have been jailed for kidnapping a 24-year-old businessman’s son. The victim endured torture and faced ongoing threats after his escape, with the perpetrators demanding money through menacing text messages. Authorities link one suspect to the Greek Mafia, as the investigation into this audacious crime continues to unfold.

New Democracy Leads Despite Decline in Latest Greek Poll, Public Concerns Mount

A recent Metron Analysis poll for MEGA reveals growing discontent in Greece, with 69% of citizens critical of the government’s performance and 68% disapproving of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Despite this, New Democracy holds its lead. Alarmingly, 36% of Greeks favor “nobody” as the ideal prime minister, while fears mount over the economic impact of U.S. tariffs, with most anticipating significant consequences.

Homeless Man’s Death in Athens Restaurant Linked to Heart Attack and Neck Fracture

A 57-year-old homeless man died in central Athens after suffering a heart attack and a neck fracture, with video evidence showing restaurant staff dragging his body onto the street. The forensic report points to a fall down stairs, but the investigation continues as the owner and two employees face negligent homicide charges after attempting to clean the scene.

Apostolos Tsitsipas' Comment on Stefanos' Post About Narcissistic Parents

Apostolos Tsitsipas, the father of Stefanos Tsitsipas, clarified the intent behind his son’s controversial post on narcissistic parents. He explained that the message emphasized the deep love parents have for their children, sometimes to a pathological extent, and assured that the post was not a reflection on himself or his wife.

Kostas Stoupas How we lost our country

Kostas Stoupas: How We Lost Our Country

According to Greek journalist Kosta Stoupas, the worst of all is “not that Greece is almost the poorest country in Europe, but the fact that Turkey, which is plotting its national sovereignty, has acquired an overwhelming difference in economic power.” And, he says, Greeks have only themselves to blame.

Thanasis Pylarinos

Bouzouki Extraordinaire. Bouzouki on Fire. The Legendary Thanasis Pylarinos.

A professional musician from the tender age of just 14 attending school by day and performing gigs by night, Thanasis has shared the stage with Greek music royalty such as the likes of Dimitris Bassis, Stathis Aggelopoulos, Vasilis Lekkas, Nikos Kourkoulis, Kelly Kellidou, Thanasis Vasilakos, Sakis Arsenious….the list goes on.

Filoxenia

Live in L0ckdown: ft. FiloXenia - A Brotherhood Like No Other

Bouzouki player, Gregory Georgiou, DJ George Savva and Percussionist Arky Kalithrakas.  Three gifted musicians, who together form the modern Greek sensation that is the band ‘FiloXenia.’ Greek City Times chats with the guys in the lead up to their performance this time tomorrow in our sixth episode of Live in L0ckdown. Don’t miss it!

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