Greece
Acropolis blast injures two, collapses building in Athens' Plaka
A powerful explosion rattled the historic Plaka district, collapsing a two-storey building near the Acropolis and injuring three people.
Greece Unveils 17 Measures to Cut Taxes and Boost Incomes
The Greek government has unveiled a sweeping package of 17 economic reforms aimed at reducing taxes and raising wages across the country.
Two firefighting helicopters collide in mid-air as Europe’s wildfire emergency rages
Two firefighting helicopters collided mid-air during operations against a severe wildfire west of Athens, resulting in two fatalities.
Joy in Greece as Mount Olympus joins Unesco list of world heritage sites
After twelve years of lobbying, Mount Olympus has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a mixed cultural and natural property.
Man stabs and wounds tourists near the Acropolis in Athens, Greece
A 60-year-old man was arrested following a knife attack that wounded two tourists near the Acropolis. Authorities confirmed the victims' injuries are not life-threatening.
Wildfires rage in Portugal, Spain and Greece as authorities warn of toxic smoke
Emergency crews are battling significant wildfires in Greece, Portugal, and Spain. Teams are working to contain spreading flames amidst strong winds.