The Latest Breaking News from Greece

Ancient texts depict all kinds of people, not just straight and cis ones – this college course looks at LGBTQ sexuality and gender in Egypt, Greece and Rome

Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation U.S. highlighting unconventional approaches to teaching.

The Conversation · Sep 11, 2023

‘Without rules we cannot live’: Greece seeks ways to tackle ‘overtourism’

Residents of some Greek islands struggle with cost of living and environmental issues due to excessive tourist numbers.

Al Jazeera · Sep 11, 2023

The death toll from floods in Greece has risen to 15 after 4 more bodies found, authorities say

Greek authorities say the number of confirmed deaths from recent flooding in central Greece has risen to 15 after the bodies of four people previously considered missing were found on Sunday

The Independent UK · Sep 10, 2023

WRC Greece: Rovanpera snatches lead after late Ogier drama

Championship leader Rovanpera started the day third, 25.5s down on overnight leader Neuville, but returned to the service park with a 2m04.4s rally lead over Hyundai’s Dani Sordo.

Autosport · Sep 9, 2023

Greek authorities evacuate another village as they try to prevent flooding in a major city

Greek authorities have ordered the evacuation of a village close to the major city of Larissa, in central Greece, as the river Pineios overflows its banks

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

WRC Greece: Suspension failure ends Neuville’s victory hopes

Neuville held a 10.9s lead over Toyota’s Sebastien Ogier heading into stage 10, the second pass through Pavliani stage, but came to halt 11 kilometres into the 24.25km rough gravel test.

Autosport · Sep 9, 2023

How WRC drivers are preparing to enter the Acropolis unknown

Storm Daniel has wreaked havoc in Greece this week severely affecting preparations for this weekend’s 70th anniversary Acropolis Rally.

Autosport · Sep 8, 2023

Rescue efforts stepped up after deadly floods in central Greece

Greek PM tours crisis-hit area amid fears death toll could rise as water levels continue to rise in some places

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023

Flooding death toll rises in Greece as rescue crews ferry residents to safety

The death toll from severe flooding in central Greece rose to 10 people Friday, while another four remained missing, the country's civil protection minister said. Rescue crews in helicopters and boats ferried hundreds of people from inundated villages to safety.

France 24 · Sep 8, 2023

Extreme weather events of 2023 so far, from wildfires to floods

This year has already seen its fair share of floods, hurricanes, and wildfires

Evening Standard · Sep 8, 2023