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Prisoner Found Dead at Attica Police Directorate
Worldiefimeridanewsbeast12h ago2 sources

Prisoner Found Dead at Attica Police Directorate

A prisoner was discovered dead within the facilities of the General Police Directorate of Attica (GADA). Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

Athens Refugee Housing Redevelopment Faces Opposition
Politicsnaftemporiki1d ago

Athens Refugee Housing Redevelopment Faces Opposition

The Attica Region is moving forward with a 15 million euro project to restore the first four apartment buildings of the Refugee Housing on Alexandras Avenue, converting them into social housing, despite strong reactions and demands from residents.

Easter Holidaymakers Face Heavy Traffic Returning to Athens
Worldiefimerida16d ago

Easter Holidaymakers Face Heavy Traffic Returning to Athens

Easter holidaymakers returning to Athens experienced significant traffic congestion, particularly on the Athens-Corinth national road, with long queues reported. Ports in Attica also saw increased activity as travelers returned from their breaks.

Storm Erminio's Aftermath: Greece Grapples with Damage and Recovery
Environmentn1-serbiadanasiefimerida+3vijesti-menewsbeastprotothema-en27d ago6 sources

Storm Erminio's Aftermath: Greece Grapples with Damage and Recovery

Storm Erminio has caused one fatality, widespread flooding, and significant damage across Greece, including in Attica and Chania. Authorities are now gradually restoring vehicle traffic on major roads in Attica following the disruptions.

Arson Attacks Target ATMs and Vehicle in Athens
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeast+1ekathimerini1mo ago4 sources

Arson Attacks Target ATMs and Vehicle in Athens

A series of arson attacks occurred overnight in Attica, Greece, with unknown perpetrators setting fire to ATMs and a commercial vehicle in Patissia, Zografou, and Kypseli.

New Wave of Bad Weather with Rain and Snow Expected in Greece
Environmentn1-serbiabalkan-webnewsbeast+2protothema-enhavana-times1mo ago5 sources

New Wave of Bad Weather with Rain and Snow Expected in Greece

Greece is expected to see improved weather conditions on Thursday, March 26, with rain developing in western areas by the afternoon, strong winds at sea, and rising temperatures. However, a new wave of bad weather is anticipated from Thursday evening, bringing rain and snow to mountainous areas above 900–1,200 meters, including local phenomena in Attica.

Ancient Amarynthos Exhibition Opens in Evia, Greece
Culturenaftemporiki1mo ago

Ancient Amarynthos Exhibition Opens in Evia, Greece

An exhibition titled "Modern ARTemis – Ancient Amarynthos in Evia" has opened, stemming from a key excavation by the Swiss Archaeological School in Greece and the University of Western Attica. It showcases findings from the ancient site in Evia.

New Faces Join New Democracy Election Ballots in Greece
Politicsiefimerida1mo ago

New Faces Join New Democracy Election Ballots in Greece

The New Democracy party in Greece is preparing for national elections by finalizing its ballots, with new individuals being added to the candidate lists across Attica and other regions, following a meeting with the Prime Minister.

Severe Traffic Delays in Attica, Greece
Worldnewsbeast1mo ago

Severe Traffic Delays in Attica, Greece

Drivers in Attica, Greece, are experiencing significant delays and problems on major arteries like Kifissos, Mesogeion, and Kifisias, with traffic at a standstill in many areas.

Multiple Strong Earthquakes Strike Greek Island of Skiathos
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikibalkan-web+4newsbeastavgiekathimeriniprotothema-en1d ago7 sources

Multiple Strong Earthquakes Strike Greek Island of Skiathos

The Greek island of Skiathos was rattled by multiple strong earthquakes, including quakes measuring 4.9 and 4.8 Richter. The tremors were widely felt, including in the Attica region.

Greece Forecasts Rain and Temperature Drop
Worldiefimeridanewsbeastekathimerini7d ago3 sources

Greece Forecasts Rain and Temperature Drop

Greece is expecting a change to autumn-like weather, with forecasts of rain and a significant drop in temperature. Showers and thunderstorms are anticipated, particularly in the Attica region.

Greek Police Deny Reports of Communication Issues and Coordination Problems
Politicsnewsbeast7d ago

Greek Police Deny Reports of Communication Issues and Coordination Problems

The Hellenic Police (EL.AS.) has responded to a newspaper report titled "Communication with 'interruptions'," which claimed there were coordination problems among police forces in Attica due to issues with the encrypted communication system. EL.AS. stated that operational functions and coordination are proceeding normally.

Severe Traffic Congestion Reported in Athens
Worldnewsbeast21d ago

Severe Traffic Congestion Reported in Athens

Significant traffic problems are being reported across the Attica basin in Athens, particularly during midday. Major road arteries are experiencing increased congestion and delays, testing the patience of drivers.

Second Grand Masoutis Hypermarket Opens in Attica
Businessnaftemporikinewsbeast27d ago2 sources

Second Grand Masoutis Hypermarket Opens in Attica

The second Grand Masoutis hypermarket has opened its doors in the Attica region of Greece, specifically in the area of Treis Gefyres, with residential sales in adjacent buildings also commencing.

Storm Erminio Batters Greece, Causes Fatal Flooding, Saharan Dust Shrouds Crete; Emergency Services Overwhelmed
EnvironmentBBCThe Guardiantagesschau+25aftonbladetle-figaroder-standardFrance 24orfdie-pressepublicodelfi-lt+17 more27d ago28 sources

Storm Erminio Batters Greece, Causes Fatal Flooding, Saharan Dust Shrouds Crete; Emergency Services Overwhelmed

Storm Erminio has caused significant disruptions across Greece, including landslides, widespread flooding, and a man's death near Athens. Emergency services have received over 1,100 calls, primarily in Attica and Crete, as heavy rain, gale-force winds, and a Saharan dust storm continue to batter the country.

Storm System 'Erminio' Brings Warnings to Cyprus and Greece
Environmentcyprus-mailiefimeridanaftemporiki+2in-cyprusprotothema-en28d ago5 sources

Storm System 'Erminio' Brings Warnings to Cyprus and Greece

Storm system 'Erminio' has prompted a yellow warning for rain and isolated thunderstorms in Cyprus, while Greece has issued a red alert for Attica and six other regions, anticipating heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds, and hail.

Gang Robbing Delivery Drivers Arrested in Attica
Worldnewsbeast1mo ago

Gang Robbing Delivery Drivers Arrested in Attica

A violent gang operating in the western suburbs of Attica, known for assaulting and robbing delivery drivers in Agia Varvara, Korydallos, and Keratsini, has been apprehended. The six suspects resisted arrest with punches and knives.

Two Arrested for Motorcycle Bag Thefts in Attica, Greece
Worldnaftemporiki1mo ago

Two Arrested for Motorcycle Bag Thefts in Attica, Greece

Police in Attica, Greece, have arrested two individuals suspected of being part of a gang that used high-powered motorcycles to steal bags from inside vehicles. The arrests were made by the Crime Suppression and Investigation Department.

Burglary Ring Targeting Luxury Villas in Attica Dismantled
Worldiefimerida21h ago

Burglary Ring Targeting Luxury Villas in Attica Dismantled

Police have successfully dismantled a criminal organization responsible for a series of burglaries in luxury residences across the southern suburbs of Attica, Greece. The group's total loot from eight cases in areas like Alimos, Glyfada, Varkiza, and Voula exceeded 300,000 euros.

PASOK Struggles in Attica, Forms Electoral Lists
Politicsiefimerida9d ago

PASOK Struggles in Attica, Forms Electoral Lists

The PASOK party acknowledges its struggles in urban centers, particularly in Attica, prompting Nikos Androulakis to work on assembling strong electoral lists for the region. The party is perceived as having two distinct images.

Attica Embraces Digital Era for Tourism
Technologyiefimeridanewsbeast16d ago2 sources

Attica Embraces Digital Era for Tourism

Nikos Hardalias announced that the Attica region is transitioning into the digital era of tourism, aiming to enhance the visitor experience through strategic digital initiatives.

Hymettus Tunnel Project Stalled for 47 Years in Greece
Worldprotothema-en1mo ago

Hymettus Tunnel Project Stalled for 47 Years in Greece

The Hymettus Tunnel, an infrastructure project in Attica connecting the Hymettus ring road with Vouliagmenis Avenue, has been stalled for 47 years since its initial announcement, remaining in the 'test excavations' stage for decades.