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Greek Woman Arrested in Amaliada Infant Deaths Case
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July 8, 2025
A 25‑year‑old woman, identified as Eirini (Irini) Mourtzoukou, has been arrested in connection with a series of infant deaths in Amaliada, western Greece. Authorities have charged her with serial intentional homicide involving three infants-...
Greek Singer Konstantinos Argyros Ties the Knot in Private Wedding Ceremony in Athens
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July 8, 2025
Popular Greek singer Konstantinos Argyros has officially tied the knot with long-time partner Alexandra Nika in a deeply personal and private wedding ceremony held on Monday, July 7, in the southern suburbs of Athens. The couple, known for...
Greece’s Heatwave Prompts Emergency Labor Measures for July 8
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July 8, 2025
As the intense heatwave continues to grip Greece, the Ministry of Labor has announced emergency measures aimed at safeguarding private-sector employees from dangerous heat exposure. The directive, issued for Tuesday, July 8, includes mandatory...
Greece shuts the Acropolis as work restrictions remain amid heatwave
Irish Examiner
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July 8, 2025
Authorities closed the Acropolis for several hours on Tuesday over high temperatures as work restrictions remained in effect in other parts of Greece.A Culture Ministry archaeological service announced the closure between 1pm and 5pm. A tourist...
Greece partially closes the Acropolis in Athens due to the heatwave Warnings for tourists
IPN
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July 8, 2025
On the occasion of the three-decade anniversary since Moldova became a member of the Council of Europe, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a symbolic event, during which it launched the thematic stamp “30 years since the Republic of Moldova...
Greece shuts the Acropolis due to high temperatures
Newsday - New York
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ATHENS, Greece — Authorities closed the Acropolis for several hours Tuesday due to high temperatures as work restrictions remained in effect in other parts of Greece. A Culture Ministry archaeological service announced the closure between 1 p.m. —...
The Sandman's Take On A Famous Greek Myth Is Drastically Different From Another Hit Netflix Fantasy Series
Screen Rant
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July 8, 2025
Warning: This article contains spoilers for Kaos and The Sandman season 2.The Sandman weaves in and out of Greek mythology, and, in one case, offers a different take on a famous tragic myth that was also recently brought to the small screen by...
Greek Hoteliers Warn of Island Infrastructure Shortfalls, Urge EU Action
Greek Travel Pages
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July 7, 2025
“Access to healthcare, education, and basic infrastructure is fragile in ways often invisible to most.” Yannis Hatzis, President of the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation (POX), during his speech at the European Parliament. Photo source: POX Greece’s...
Anastasia Karanikolaou Sizzles in Greece With Sultry Beach Bikini Shots
TMZ
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July 8, 2025
Published July 8, 2025 1:11 PM PDT Anastasia "Stassie" Karanikolaou is bringing the heat to the Mediterranean! The influencer and longtime bestie of Kylie Jenner lit up timelines with a series of jaw-dropping photos from her Greek getaway -- and...
Aletes: The Descendant of Hercules Who Claimed the Ancient Greek City of Corinth
Greek Reporter
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July 8, 2025
Ruins of ancient Corinth. Credit: MM, Wikimedia Commons, Public Domain Among the many descendants of Hercules, the ancient Greek demigod, who surged out of the Peloponnesian past, one name remains obscure yet significant: that of Aletes. Son of...
Greece Detains over 1,200 Migrants in Three Days as Arrivals from Libya Surge
Ethiopian News Agency
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Addis Ababa, July 8, 2025 (ENA)— Authorities in Greece said more than 1,200 migrants have been detained on the island of Crete and the nearby islet of Gavdos over the past three days, following a surge in arrivals from Libya. The coast guard said...
Road Surface, Rooftop Temps Reach 100°C as Greek Cities Endure Relentless Heatwave
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July 8, 2025
Greece remains gripped by a relentless heatwave this week, with authorities bracing for continued extreme temperatures through Wednesday, according to the latest update by meteorologists issued on Tuesday evening. Scorching Temperatures Across the...
Greece Offers €10,000 Relocation Incentive for Evros
Greek Reporter
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July 8, 2025
Those who plan to move permanently to Didymoteicho, Evros, are entitled to 10,000 euros. Credit: Visit Evros Greece has announced a new financial incentive program aimed at encouraging citizens to permanently relocate to specific areas of the...
Art treasures from the Bank of Greece
Kathimerini
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IMAGES The Municipal Gallery of Hania, Crete, is showcasing 99 works from the Bank of Greece collection, spanning Greek art from the 19th century to the present. ‘Routes in Art’ features three themed sections across as many floors, displaying...
Greek FDI-class frigate Kimon embarks on second phase of sea trials
Kathimerini
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The Hellenic Navy’s first FDI-class frigate, Kimon (F-601) has begun the second stage of sea trials during which all the ship’s main systems will be tested. The frigate completed its maiden sea trial off the coast of Lorient, France, on May 21,...
Three Dead, Ship Sinking After Latest Houthi Attack
The Maritime Executive
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After repeated attacks by Houthi rebels, the bulker Eternity C has lost propulsion, and three members of her crew are dead, according to EUNAVFOR. On the morning of July 9, the vessel began sinking and the crew abandoned ship to await rescue,...
Green Light for ‘Maldives of Greece’: Luxury Eco-Resort Gets Regional Backing
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July 8, 2025
A major milestone has been reached in Grivalia Hospitality’s ambitious investment in the Petalioi island complex in south-eat Evia—dubbed the “Maldives of Greece”—as the Regional Council of Central Greece recently expressed its strong support for...
University of Athens Ranked Top in Greece, 216th Globally
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July 8, 2025
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) has secured the top spot among universities in Greece and Cyprus and ranks 216th worldwide, according to the newly released US News Best Global University Rankings 2025–2026. The highly...
Jellyfish Surge in Greece: Which Beaches to Look Out for, What to Do if Stung
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July 8, 2025
As summer reaches its peak in Greece, concerns are growing over the rapid spread of the purple jellyfish (Pelagia noctiluca), a species known for its painful sting. Tourists and locals alike are being warned to exercise caution when swimming in...
EU Council OKs Fiscal Rules Flexibility for Greece, 14 Other Member-States
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July 8, 2025
The EU Council on Tuesday activated the so-called “national escape clause” under the Stability and Growth Pact (SGP) for 15 member-states, one of which is Greece, to help facilitate, as it said, “their transition to higher defense spending at...