Greece mourns the loss of its most beloved poet, Michalis Ghanas, who passed away at the age of 80. His poems, often set to music by renowned composers like Mikis Theodorakis and others, resonated deeply with the nation. Ghanas, born in 1944, led a multifaceted life, working as a bookseller, editor, and copywriter, in addition to his prolific writing career.
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As of August 21, 2024, Greece has reported a total of 12 deaths due to West Nile virus infection this year.
Greece has reported 10 deaths from the West Nile virus in 2024, with a total of 76 domestic cases confirmed so far. Most of the severe cases involved central nervous system symptoms, and the fatalities were all among individuals over 60. The virus has spread across several regions, highlighting its ongoing presence in Greece and other European nations.
At least five people drowned across Greece on Saturday, with three separate tragedies unfolding in Crete. All three victims in Crete were tourists. The first incident involved a 45-year-old Polish man who disregarded warnings about strong waves and entered the water in Hersonissos. He was later found unconscious and pronounced dead. Local media also reported a drowning of a 90-year-old French man in a swimming pool, also in Hersonissos.
After a seven month investigation, five foreigners from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Syria were arrested for…
Dionysios Philosophos (1541 - September 11, 1611), born in Paramythia, Thesprotia, Epirus, but with roots…
Olga Daska passed away at the age of 111 in Polydroso, Thesprotia, Epirus, spreading grief…
A former school in Paramythia, Thesprotia that was donated by Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris, is…
Heiress of the luxury brand BVLGARI, Anna Bulgari Calissoni, passed away at the age of…