In Thessaloniki, a 48-year-old drunk driver was arrested after causing a collision in Polichni and stabbing a passenger from the other vehicle. The incident, which unfolded around 9:30 p.m. at the Sofouli and Stratou intersection, escalated from a verbal dispute to violence when the suspect used a knife. Police found him with drugs and confirmed his intoxication, while the lightly injured victim received first aid and was released.
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The vandalism is part of a wider global phenomenon of vandalising Tesla vehicles.
The 26 and 39 year old were found with 50 grams of hashish and electronic scales.
In Thessaloniki, 37 elderly repatriates from Georgia were convicted of welfare fraud after using fake documents to claim uninsured elderly benefits from OPEKA. The court handed down suspended sentences of 14 to 28 months, uncovering a 2018-19 scam that netted some over €13,000, though others were stopped by vigilant regional officials.
The 49-year old is facing extradition for extortion charges.
In a tragic turn of events, a 75-year-old woman was found dead in Thessaloniki’s Thermaic Gulf on Thursday morning. Retrieved near the German Consulate after a passerby spotted her around 7:30 a.m., authorities believe she fell into the sea from the wooden deck after feeling unwell. Despite swift response from the Coast Guard, she was pulled from the water lifeless and later pronounced dead at Agios Dimitrios Hospital.
As Greece bids farewell to a recent cold snap, the National Meteorological Service (EMY) predicts a spring-like shift for Thursday, March 20, 2025. Temperatures will climb to 16°C in parts of the country, though fierce winds up to 8 Beaufort will continue to sweep the Aegean. While most regions enjoy clear skies, Crete braces for rain and light mountain snow, keeping the weather a mixed bag for the nation.
Construction near Thessaloniki’s Eptapyrgio prison has uncovered 33 skeletons of individuals executed during Greece’s Civil War era, alongside footwear and personal items. The remains, linked to political prisoners accused of ties to the Greek Communist Party (KKE), highlight a dark chapter from the 1940s and 1950s. Local officials and archaeologists are working to identify the victims through DNA, as efforts continue to locate more mass graves and honor those lost.
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North Macedonia’s Foreign Minister, Timco Mucunski, visited fire victims from Kocani in Thessaloniki hospitals, expressing gratitude for Greece’s support after the tragic nightclub fire that claimed 59 lives.
Greece is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the War Museum’s founding with a commemorative coin, honouring those who fought for the nation’s freedom. Established in 1964 and inaugurated in 1975, the Museum in Athens preserves Greece’s military history, showcasing artifacts, photographs, and the renowned Saroglou collection of weaponry. With branches in Thessaloniki and beyond, it remains a vital institution for historical memory and the unity of Hellenism.
Five young North Macedonians, critically injured in a deadly nightclub fire in Kocani that killed 59, are fighting for survival in Thessaloniki hospitals. Two women and a man at G. Papanikolaou’s burn unit face tracheotomies for severe internal burns, while two men at the 424 Military Hospital remain intubated. Flown in late Sunday at North Macedonia’s request, their care underscores Greece’s swift support in a regional tragedy.
Stella Michailidou, the 22-year-old Star Hellas 2024 from Thessaloniki, will represent Greece at the 72nd Miss World pageant in Telangana, India, from May 7-31, 2025. A model, dancer, and athlete, she aims to embody the modern Greek woman on a global stage, calling it “a great honor and tremendous responsibility.” Inspired by Greece’s 1996 win in India, Michailidou seeks to inspire and empower, supported by her family and a dedicated team.
In a poignant tribute marking the 82nd anniversary of the first train’s departure to Auschwitz-Birkenau, Thessaloniki Mayor Stelios Angeloudis announced the upcoming construction of the Holocaust Memorial Park in Eleftherias Square. Joined by Israel’s Ambassador Noam Katz, the city’s annual Memorial March underscored a commitment to remembrance and resilience, honoring the 50,000 murdered Jews while vowing to combat hate and intolerance. “Never again is a solemn duty,” Katz declared, emphasizing unity and action against injustice.
Police have arrested 23 suspects, including an archivist, in a major bust of antiquities smuggling rings in northern Greece. The raids uncovered ancient coins, artifacts, and explosives, with the groups allegedly looting sites like the Tomb of Kasta in Amphipolis for illegal sales abroad.
An unidentified burning object was observed in the sky west of Nicosia, the capital city of Cyprus. The phenomenon was captured in videos and photographs by various social media users, leading to widespread discussion.
Ryanair adds summer 2025 routes to Greece: Athens-Lemnos, Bari-Patras, Bournemouth-Chania/Rhodes, and more, starting May, boosting travel options.
A shocking femicide in Sindos, Thessaloniki, has shaken Greece. A 53-year-old man allegedly killed his 44-year-old wife with a sharp object before jumping from their apartment balcony in an apparent suicide attempt. He survived the fall and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Authorities are investigating the case as the country faces a growing crisis of gender-based violence.
Greece is set for a mix of weather extremes, with mud showers and thunderstorms expected midweek, followed by a surge in temperatures up to 15°C above seasonal norms. African dust will reduce visibility, while strong southerly winds will reach up to 8 Beaufort. By the weekend, warm air masses from Africa will push temperatures to summer-like levels, particularly in Crete and the mainland. Stay updated with EMY forecasts as Greece experiences this unusual weather shift.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addressed recent protests and the Tempi train tragedy, stating, “The majority demanded truth, justice, and modern trains—we must move faster to reform the state. This majority will judge us in 2027.” Alongside political reflections, he highlighted economic growth (2.3% in 2024), a 17-year low unemployment rate (8.7%), and new initiatives in health, housing, tourism, and energy exploration.