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Police hunt 89-year-old gunman after several wounded in Athens shooting

A man was seen walking calmly across the street carrying what appears to be a short-barrelled shotgun in his right hand

The Independent UK

Gunman, reportedly age 89, opens fire at 2 locations in Greek capital, wounding several people

Greek authorities say that several people have been wounded after a gunman opened fire at a social security office and at a courthouse in central Athens

The Independent UK

Gunman arrested in manhunt after multiple shootings in central Athens

Police said a suspect armed with a shotgun initially opened fire at a social security office in the centre of the Greek capital, wounding an employee. He had a loaded revolver on him at the time of his arrest, according to media reports.

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Greece: Gunman opens fire at social security office and courthouse; police hunt 89-year-old suspect

An 89-year-old man armed with a shotgun wounded an employee at a social security office in Athens before opening fire at a courthouse, injuring several more people. Police are actively searching for the suspect, with the motive behind the attacks currently unknown.

The Times of India

Macron says EU’s mutual defence clause ‘not just words’

French president cites joint military aid to Cyprus as proof of Europe’s ability to defend itself during trip to Athens

The Guardian - UK

‘Athens cannot operate as a giant hotel’: mayor vows to rescue capital from overtourism

Haris Doukas warns that with 700,000 residents and 8 million tourists, people are being pushed out of their neighbourhoods

The Guardian - UK

‘We must not become Barcelona’: Athens considers banning new hotels, mayor says

After the 'freezing' of short-term rentals in the centre of Athens, the discussion about 'freezing' the licenses for new hotels opens.

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Athens faces showdown with EU as Greece drops biometrics for British visitors

Exclusive: European Commission says ‘blanket exemption for national of specific third countries’ is not part of the plan

The Independent UK

USA CRITS: USPro Crit champions Kendall Ryan and Lucas Bourgoyne electrify Athens Twilight Criterium with elite victories

Modern Pro Adventure's Brody McDonald second in men's race while Automatic Racing duo Ivanie Blondin and Arielle Verhaaren on women's podium

Cycling News

UK set to be hotter than Athens this week as sunny weather continues

Met Office say temperatures will peak at 19C in Cardiff on Thursday

The Independent UK

Erika Kirk Leaves JD Vance Solo at Turning Point Event, Citing Security Threats: Candace Owens Says She Is Lying

Vice President JD Vance went to Athens, Georgia, on Tuesday night to rally young conservatives at a Turning Point USA Before he took the stage, Erika Kirk, the widow of slain Turning Point founder Charlie Kirk and now the group's chief executive, canceled her appearance. Vance told the crowd she…

Latin Times

JD Vance Heckled at TPUSA Event as Shout of 'You Are Killing Children' Causes Him to Stutter

Vice President JD Vance was heckled at a TPUSA event in Athens, Georgia, over US policy in Gaza, highlighting tensions within conservative circles regarding Middle East strategies.

International Business Times UK

Erika Kirk, JD Vance's Speaking Engagement Almost Got Cancelled After TPUSA CEO Backed Out Due to 'Serious Threats'

Erika Kirk skipped a TPUSA event in Athens, Georgia, amid serious security threats, while JD Vance put himself at risk by attending it together with spokesperson Andrew Kolvet.

International Business Times UK

The Road and Unexpected Risk: Legal Help After an Athens Motorcycle Accident

If you have been looking for an Athens Motorcycle Accident Lawyer then you either experienced a major incident or you want to prepare for potential emergencies

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The war that broke Greece: How Athens and Sparta destroyed their own world

The Peloponnesian War, which lasted from 431 to 404 BCE, is one of the most defining conflicts in the history of the ancient Greeks. The war, which saw Athens and Sparta, along with their respective allies, engage in a protracted war, not only redefined the Greek world but did so…

Euronews

Mighty Aphrodite: Artist Jeff Koons on venerating Venus in Athens

The celebrated American artist has been in the Greek capital Athens to present his exhibition 'Jeff Koons: Aphrodite of Lespugue' at the Museum of Cycladic Art.

Euronews

Iconic Greek singer Marinella dies aged 87

The singer, whose career has spanned over six decades, suffered a stroke during a performance at Athens' ancient Odeon theatre in 2024.

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5 Best Places for Retirees To Move in 2026 (That Aren’t Florida), According to Real Estate Experts

Florida isn’t the only choice your have in retirement. These five U.S. cities offer low costs and strong retirees appeal. Find out top cities for retirees.

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The Independent UK

Trial begins over Greece train crash where 57 people were killed, many of them students

57 people, mainly students, died in the deadly Greek train crash in Febrauary 2023

LiveScience

Divers find marble treasure from Athens' Acropolis in Lord Elgin's shipwrecked brig at the bottom of the Aegean Sea

Divers investigating a shipwrecked brig once owned by Lord Elgin have discovered an overlooked piece of marble from the Acropolis in Athens.

Euronews

My private passion: Yórgos Lánthimos exposes his personal photography collection

The acclaimed film director presents for the first time in Greece a large exhibition of 182 photographs he has taken over the last five years.

The Independent UK

Greece launches an animal airlift to evacuate pets and their owners from the Mideast

Dozens of dogs and cats have arrived in Athens with their owners aboard a special evacuation flight for Greeks with pets who were trapped by the current war in the Middle East

The Guardian - UK

‘Arms and legs are very expressive, especially with bruises’: the absurdist photography of Yorgos Lanthimos

Ditched washing machines, a woman’s bare leg, the back of Willem Dafoe’s head … the Oscar-nominated director talks us through his new photography show in Athens – made with his darkroom assistant Emma Stone

The Independent UK

Britain to be warmer than Athens this week with temperatures set to soar

Parts of the country could hit 20C, forecasters said

The Guardian - UK

Athens, Barcelona, Miami: the best beach cities for summer 2026

These holiday hotspots bring together the laid-back beauty of being by the sea with the cultural vibrancy of an urban centre. So why pick one when you could have both?

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