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Athens' reservoirs approach historic lows as water supplies face intense pressure, study shows

The latest study shows that Athens' reservoirs are very close to historic lows, with a risk of water scarcity.

Euronews

Greek parliament passes suspension of asylum claims for African migrants despite criticism

The suspension passed by a vote of 177-74 despite fierce opposition from left-wing parties, which unsuccessfully challenged the amendment as unconstitutional.

Euronews

Photos show migrants intercepted near Crete arrive at the Greek port of Lavrio from Libya

More than 500 migrants arrived at the port of Lavrio near Athens on Thursday after being intercepted south of the island of Crete, after a surge of arrivals from Libya.

The Independent UK

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31 World Capitals To Prove Your Geography Knowledge: Score At Least 25/31 In This Quiz

Everyone learned the world capitals in school: Paris for France, Athens for Greece, but what about Hanoi or Tashkent? 🌍 ✈️ This 31-question geography quiz will test what you remember, challenge what you thought you knew, and maybe even teach you something new. Your task is to match the given…

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Acropolis Shuts, Outdoor Work Halted As Heatwave Scorches Greece

Greece's top archaeological monument, the Acropolis, was partially shut Tuesday as part of emergency measures to protect visitors and workers around the country during a four-day heatwave.

International Business Times

Ted Cruz was vacationing in Greece when the deadly Texas floods broke out. His office says he took the first flight home.

Texas’ junior senator was visiting Greece Friday when the Texas flood turned deadly. Cruz, who did not return until Sunday night, communicated with officials from Athens.

The Texas Tribune

Europe’s summer is getting longer: Heat now lasts up to 5 months in cities like Athens and Tirana

Prolonged hot weather is reshaping Europe’s cities, as temperatures above 32°C stretch into autumn.

Euronews

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James Penrice moves from Hearts to Greek giants as both clubs confirm deal

James Penrice has left Hearts to sign for Greek giants AEK Athens

The National (Scotland)

New Wildfire Near Athens, Crete Blaze 'Retreating': Firefighters

A wildfire on the island of Crete that forced the evacuation of 5,000 tourists and locals is "retreating", Greek firefighters told AFP on Friday, but a new blaze fanned by strong winds is spreading east of the capital, Athens.

International Business Times

Gang caught smuggling cocaine-infused leather from Latin America to Europe

The gang had set up a laboratory in Athens to extract the cocaine from the leather

The Independent UK

Fires in Greece’s Crete and near Athens extinguished; two dead in Turkiye

No casualties in Greece as fires in southern Crete and Rafina are put out; two die after blaze in western Turkiye.

Al Jazeera

Greek firefighters race to contain wildfires that forced thousands to flee on Crete

Greek authorities ordered precautionary evacuations due to a wildfire near the port of Rafina, about 30 kilometres east of Athens.

Euronews

Greece Golden Visa Program 2025: 5 Critical Changes Every Investor Must Know

Greece just shook up its Golden Visa program. And if you're considering European residency through investment, these changes will directly impact your strategy.

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Iconic Thera statue returns home as Santorini’s renovated archaeological museum reopens

The renovated Archaeological Museum of Thera opens with the acclaimed exhibition 'Cycladic Women: Unknown Stories', previously shown at the Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens.

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What is a heat dome? How Europe’s scorching temperatures are driving the UK heatwave

The UK is grappling with the second heatwave of the year as continental Europe swelters under 40C heat

The Independent UK

Evacuations south of Athens as wildfires spread in extreme heat

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Wildfire prompts evacuations near Athens as summer's first heat wave hits Greece

A large wildfire has broken out south of the Greek capital, with authorities sending push alerts to mobile phones urging people to evacuate from five settlements near the blaze

The Independent UK

Evacuations near Athens as another wildfire hits Greece during heat wave

The entire wider Athens area are on Level 4 of a 5-level scale for the danger of wildfires

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Greece: Thousands protest over US strikes on Iran nuclear sites

Thousands marched in Athens against US military action in Iran

The Independent UK

Greece wildfires: Dozens evacuated as flames ravage holiday island

Wildfires fanned by strong winds are continuing to rage across the Greek island of Chios for a second consecutive day, prompting authorities to evacuate more villages.

The Independent UK

Photos of last season at Athens' Odeon of Herod Atticus theater before it closes for restoration

The Greek National Opera opened this season’s festival with Giacomo Puccini’s opera Turandot as Athens’ ancient theater hosts its final festival season before it shuts down for at least three years for restoration and maintenance.

The Independent UK

One of Athens’ best-known tourist attractions is about to close for three years

Renowned artists who have performed here include Luciano Pavarotti, Frank Sinatra and Coldplay

The Independent UK

Where to find your perfect Greece holiday destination – for every type of traveller

There are hundreds of beach-strewn islands to explore and ancient history at almost every turn

The Independent UK

Greece wildfires: Towns evacuated as blaze threatens area around Athens

A wildfire raging through a dense forest near Ano Souli, a village northeast of Athens, has prompted evacuation orders as dozens of Greek firefighters battle to bring the blaze under control.

The Guardian - UK

Avant-Drag! review – queer artists light up the streets of Athens with joy and resistance

Drag is a tool of self-expression and of protest in this kaleidoscopic portrait of the city’s vibrant underground art

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