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Heavy rain today and flood risk: Which areas are on “red alert,” difficult hours ahead for Attica

Ships tied up in Piraeus and Rafina, as well as the flying dolphins in the Saronic Gulf – Category 3 rainfall event – “Not alarmism, but heightened alertness,” says Kallianos

Greece

Three women dead in major fire at Violanta factory in Trikala

Five female employees were at the site of the explosion - Three have been found dead, while the other two are missing

26 Monday Jan 2026
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Athens 17°C
Greece

Just one AI camera on Mesogeion Avenue issued 28,000 red-light tickets in one month

The recordings from the 8 smart cameras currently in operation far exceed all expectations – In the coming days, the first tickets will be sent to mobile phones – Any driver who disputes a violation will contact the Traffic Police via video call

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Three women dead in major fire at Violanta factory in Trikala

On a grassland area, tons of concrete are being poured for the White Coast in Mytakas, Milos

Historic record for gold as it surpassed $5,000 per ounce

Just one AI camera on Mesogeion Avenue issued 28,000 red-light tickets in one month

Heavy rain today and flood risk: Which areas are on “red alert,” difficult hours ahead for Attica

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Greece

On a grassland area, tons of concrete are being poured for the White Coast in Mytakas, Milos

«Even if building permits have been issued, they are illegal. The related environmental impact studies cannot be valid, because we are talking about constructing very...

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What goes on behind closed doors

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The hard (to impossible) aspects of a coalition government, PASOK… heading for the Conference, the green suitors and the crafty polls, the disgrace of a donation to the state

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Economy

Historic record for gold as it surpassed $5,000 per ounce

A safe haven for investors amid geopolitical, trade, and monetary uncertainties

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Greece

Greek satellites capture Frigate Kimon arriving in Greece from space

Greece

Princess Irene: Who the eccentric revolutionary of the former royal family was – Today, the final farewell (videos-photos)

World

Bloomberg reveals Trump’s plan for Greenland: The US seeks a “Blank Check” for military presence

Lifestyle

Farah Diba Pahlavi, the story of Iran’s first and last “empress”

Economy

Do you want a promotion? – Beware of the Peter Principle

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> Politics

> Politics

Mitsotakis to Euronews after the EU Summit: Transatlantic relations are complex, Trump’s comments on de-escalation were positive (video)

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is giving an interview to Euronews at this time

Mitsotakis’ delicate balancing act after the crisis of trust in Euro-American relations

“Not only Greece, but almost all European countries are having...

Metron Analysis: from 12.9% to 16%, the lead of ND in one month, 50% for Karstianos’ popularity

The rates of potential support for Tsipras' party are stagnant,...

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> This week's Highlights

>This week's Highlights

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The historic cafes of Athens: 12 legendary hangouts lost to time

2

Less alcohol and lower speeds with the new Highway Code and strict fines

3

The Hellenic Navy welcomes the frigate “Kimon” – Mitsotakis: “It is my duty to hand over a safer homeland than the one I inherited” (updated)

4

Natalia Kapodistria, the last descendant: “The film was extraordinary — It took my breath away”

5

JPMorgan: Greece one of the most attractive markets for the Emerging Europe category

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When Triodion 2026 begins – Carnival, Lent, and Easter in Greece

1

The historic cafes of Athens: 12 legendary hangouts lost to time

2

Less alcohol and lower speeds with the new Highway Code and strict fines

3

The Hellenic Navy welcomes the frigate “Kimon” – Mitsotakis: “It is my duty to hand over a safer homeland than the one I inherited” (updated)

4

Natalia Kapodistria, the last descendant: “The film was extraordinary — It took my breath away”

5

JPMorgan: Greece one of the most attractive markets for the Emerging Europe category

6

When Triodion 2026 begins – Carnival, Lent, and Easter in Greece

>Travel

Laptop, Coffee, Designer Bites: The 30 Most Work-Friendly Cafés in Athens

Where the grind meets grace: a tight edit of central places for anyone who knows how to work the room

Athens’ 30 Best Vintage Stores: The Best Gift You Can Buy Yourself

From couture classics to boho one‑offs and conscious secondhand, Athens’ best addresses deliver character, craft, and seriously wearable finds

The 30 Best Street‑Food Stops in Athens, Bite by Bite

A local guide to the city’s most irresistible handheld bites, from pizza and souvlaki to banh mi and noodles

The Best Greek Islands for Thrill Seekers

Islands that ask something of the traveler and reward effort and curiosity

The 29 Best Restaurants Defining Thessaloniki’s Food Scene in 2026

Here’s what you’re about to discover: Culinary rock stars, humble, historic kitchens, and modern restaurants that will startle your senses

4 Winter experiences for everyone in 4 villages of Arcadia

Unique activities in beautiful, picturesque villages in a lovely corner of Greece: Mountainous Arcadia

The Spanish magazine Viajar highlights Ios as the island of authenticity and ancient mysteries

The leading Spanish travel magazine presents the “many faces” of Ios, from the tomb of Homer to the Gaïtis-Simosi Museum, which harmoniously “marries” the breathtaking view of the Aegean with aesthetics

7 Villages Ideal for a Digital Nomad’s Winter Escape in Solitude

Skip the latte. Clock in from where the Wi‑Fi hums, the elders gossip & your Zoom background steals the show

The Athens Day Trip Guide: 22 Escapes in Every Direction

Your roadmap to the remarkable worlds orbiting the capital—each just a short drive or ferry ride away

World’s 50 Best Bars 2025: Athens’ Winning Trio

Athens certainly has a dazzling nightlife scene, with three of its bars again awarded among the world's 50 best

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> Diaspora

>Diaspora

Registrations open for 2026 Greek Community Cup Women’s Tournament

Vasilopita and New Year Traditions, from antiquity to the present day

Βy His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

Light and Water at Theophany and in Ancient Greece

By His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

The Fables of Aesop as a Preparation for the Gospel by H.E. Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden

The Orthodox Church has never categorically rejected pre-Christian thought. On the contrary, it subjected it...

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> Culture

>Culture

Greek antiquities held by the company of Robin Symes are being repatriated

The Shackled Men of Phaleron: This is what the space that will host the major archaeological find will look like – Photos

The 79 human skeletons from the 7th century BC will be visible to the public through a specially designed museum...

The dirty side of Pompeii: baths filled with sweat and urine, according to a new study

Hygiene was far from ideal in the Roman city, which was not connected to a...

The old Acropolis Museum reopens, revealing the hidden life of the sacred rock

Closed paths, unseen monuments, and more than 1,100 unknown artifacts return to light, weaving ancient...

>history>discovery>art
>history>discovery>art

> Lifestyle

>Lifestyle

Stefi: ‘The song I sent to Eurovision is about the unity of people across Europe

The singer will present her song in the first semi-final of Sing for Greece 2026...

A final farewell to fashion icon Valentino with white roses: Wintour, Versace, and Hathaway say goodbye

Family, friends, and some of the most influential figures in fashion gathered in Rome today...

How old are your lungs? The simple at-home test that gives the answer

What a new large study reveals about respiratory function over time – How to check...

>More Lifestyle >well being

> Society

>Society

Three women dead in major fire at Violanta factory in Trikala

On a grassland area, tons of concrete are being poured for the White Coast in Mytakas, Milos

«Even if building permits have been issued, they are illegal. The related environmental impact studies cannot be valid, because we...

Just one AI camera on Mesogeion Avenue issued 28,000 red-light tickets in one month

The recordings from the 8 smart cameras currently in operation far exceed all expectations –...

Heavy rain today and flood risk: Which areas are on “red alert,” difficult hours ahead for Attica

Ships tied up in Piraeus and Rafina, as well as the flying dolphins in the...

>weather>heat wave
>weather>heat wave

> World

> World

Smiling climber Alex Honnold waves to onlookers watching him from inside the skyscraper in Taiwan – watch the video

Using mainly his legs, Alex Honnold reached the top of the world’s 11th-tallest building – He described the fee he...

A university in Texas banned a professor from teaching Plato

Censorship in a university classroom: Texas A&M bans the Symposium...

ICE agents shot and killed a protester in Minneapolis (videos)

The incident occurred in Minneapolis, when federal ICE agents opened...

“The Discombobulator”: Trump’s revelation about the secret weapon the U.S. used during the capture of Maduro in Venezuela

The American president spoke of a previously unknown weapons system...

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> Environment

>Environment

The planet is entering an era of “global water bankruptcy,” according to the UN

Rains and snow fill Lake Yliki with water (video)

The recent wave of severe weather resulted in a large volume of water making its way toward the lake

Where insects go in winter

Life slows down, forms change, and survival takes priority until spring returns

Scientists uncover why the moon has a “two-faced” nature

New research explains why one side of the Moon is so different from the other, shedding light on the mysterious...

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> Economy

ATHEX 0.14 2268.35 3.22

> Economy

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Pierrakakis praises AADE’s innovative model as a blueprint for modernizing Greek public administration

Minister of National Economy and Finance highlights the Authority’s role in transforming Greece into a...

Christodoulides meeting with ExxonMobil’s vice president, 6-9 trillion cubic feet of natural gas estimated in Block 10

Intention to continue ExxonMobil's activities and discussions for new blocks

Cryptocurrencies: Binance applies for an EU crypto license in Greece

Applied for an EU licence under the MiCA regulation, choosing Greece as its regulatory seat...

>More Economy >business>Cryptocurrency>market

Mediterranean Cuisine

Chia seeds and quinoa vs. rice and pasta: Which are the healthier choices

Chia seeds and quinoa vs. rice and pasta: Which are the healthier choices

Vasilis Markou: Strategy and outreach for Attica Vineyard

Vasilis Markou: Strategy and outreach for Attica Vineyard

Thirio: Thomas Matsas’ new restaurant

Thirio: Thomas Matsas’ new restaurant

11 Iconic meze dishes from Volos

11 Iconic meze dishes from Volos

Plyta in Pagkrati: Food for everyone in the atmosphere of a traditional café

Plyta in Pagkrati: Food for everyone in the atmosphere of a traditional café

Île flottante with melomakarono flavor

Île flottante with melomakarono flavor

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Vale of Tempe – Thessaly