Piraeus

Ferries Halted as Gale-Force Winds Batter Greek Seas

Gale-force winds reaching 8 to 9 Beaufort have disrupted ferry services across the Ionian and Aegean Seas, prompting sailing bans…

14 January 2025

US Blacklisting of COSCO Raises Concerns, But Piraeus Port Operations Unaffected So Far

Operations at Greece's largest port, Piraeus, are continuing as normal despite the U.S. Defense Department adding its majority owner, COSCO…

11 January 2025

Christmas Costume Crooks Prey on Elderly

Police in Piraeus, Greece have arrested three teenagers who posed in Christmas costumes to rob elderly residents in their homes.…

7 January 2025

Piraeus' Historic SILO Transforms into National Museum of Unified Antiquities

Piraeus' historic SILO industrial building is being transformed into the National Museum of Unified Antiquities, set to open in 2026.…

4 January 2025

Ferry Services Disrupted Across Greece Due to Strong Winds

Ferry services across Greece have been significantly disrupted due to strong gale-force winds. Numerous routes have been suspended, and passengers…

27 December 2024

Seaman Found Dead in Cabin on Piraeus-Docked Ferry

Piraeus, Greece – A 60-year-old Greek Chief Engineer was found deceased in his cabin aboard a passenger-car ferry docked at…

23 December 2024

Hellenic Train Services Disrupted on Friday Due to Work Stoppage

Train services across Greece will face disruptions on Friday due to a three-hour work stoppage by workers' unions from 12:00…

19 December 2024

Kostas Hardavellas, a journalist, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 79.

Veteran Greek journalist Kostas Hardavellas passed away at age 79. Known for his work at "Ta Nea" newspaper and his…

18 December 2024

A Guide to Athens’ Free Christmas Activities

Experience the holiday magic in Athens as the city transforms into a festive wonderland with dazzling decorations and a variety…

7 December 2024

Piraeus Kicks Off Holiday Season with Spectacular Christmas Tree Lighting

Piraeus officially kicked off its holiday season with a dazzling Christmas tree lighting ceremony attended by thousands. Mayor Yannis Moralis,…

6 December 2024

Three Greek Restaurants Recognized Among World's Top 1,000

Three Greek restaurants — Delta, Spondi, and Varoulko Seaside — have earned places among La Liste's 1,000 best restaurants worldwide,…

3 December 2024

A Greek Judge Summons Olympiakos Chairman in Sports-Related Violence Case

A Greek judge has summoned Olympiakos chairman Evangelos Marinakis and four board members over allegations linked to sports violence, a…

27 November 2024

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Expands in Greece with New Projects Slated for 2025-2026

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is expanding its presence in Greece with three new hotels planned for Piraeus, Halkidiki, and Attica…

24 November 2024

Olympiacos Chief Faces Hooliganism Charges

Greek football powerhouse Olympiacos has denounced an investigation into its top management following the death of a riot policeman during…

21 November 2024

Cocaine Worth Over €2.3 Million Seized from Banana Shipment in Piraeus

Authorities in Piraeus seized 51 kilograms of cocaine valued at over €2.3 million, hidden in the cooling machinery of a…

15 November 2024

Cyprus Church Donates €1 Million to Greek Naval Academy

The Church of Cyprus has donated €1 million to the Hellenic Naval Academy, as announced by Greek Defence Minister Nikos…

9 November 2024

€160 Taxi Fare from Athens Airport to Piraeus Sparks Outrage on Reddit

A tourist was overcharged by more than €100 for a taxi ride from Athens Airport to Piraeus, and the driver's…

6 November 2024

129 Robberies Solved, Athens Gang Arrested

Athens police arrest 21 members of a large gang specializing in stealing gold chains, solving 129 robberies.

5 November 2024

The First Wyndham in Piraeus is Coming: Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Partners with DKG Development

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with DKG Development to develop the first Wyndham hotel in Piraeus. Nestled…

30 October 2024

Traffic and Transport Adjustments in Athens and Piraeus for Greece’s October 28 National Holiday

On October 28, Greece’s national holiday, special traffic and public transport measures will affect Athens and Piraeus. The Syntagma metro…

28 October 2024

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