Anthee Carassava

Greece

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DJ Injures Colleague in Violent Attack in Western Greece

16 hours ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

A well-known wedding DJ was attacked with a sharp object by a fellow DJ colleague during a meeting at the latter’s residence in Nafpaktos, western Greece, leaving the victim with a head injury. The injured DJ was rushed to a hospital in Patras. According to local news outlets Nafpaktianews.gr and Npress.gr, the victim’s life is not in danger, but the attack has caused considerable concern within the local professional community.
Greece Condemns Deadly Attack on Tourists in Indian Kashmir

17 hours ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs has "unequivocally" condemned the recent terrorist attack in India’s Jammu and Kashmir region, which targeted tourists in the popular destination of Pahalgam.
Greek Finance Minister Meets White House Tech Official on Innovation Ties

18 hours ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance Kyriakos Pierrakakis has met with Michael Kratsios, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, to discuss strengthening U.S.-Greece cooperation in technology and investment. Discussions focused on Greece’s recent economic progress, the country’s potential to attract U.S. investment, and global developments in artificial intelligence.
Mystery Deepens in Coast Guard Officer's Hanging Death on Greek Island

19 hours ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

Greek authorities are continuing to investigate the death of a 29-year-old coast guard officer whose body was found hanged on Good Friday at a remote chapel on the island of Lesbos, as new evidence and conflicting claims raise questions about the circumstances surrounding his death. The officer, whose name has not been officially released, was assigned to a K9 unit within the country’s narcotics division.
New Theory Suggests Antikythera Mechanism May Have Been Ancient Toy

19 hours ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

A group of Argentine scientists has proposed a new theory that the Antikythera Mechanism, often considered the world’s first computer, may have been an elaborate toy rather than a sophisticated astronomical tool. The study, reported by the Daily Mail, challenges the prevailing scholarly view that the ancient device was used for tracking celestial bodies and forecasting eclipses.
Unsettled Weather Bringing Showers and Cooler Temperatures to Greece Through Sunday

1 day ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

Greece will experience a period of unstable weather characterized by localized showers and thunderstorms through Sunday, particularly during the warmer parts of the day, with a slight cooling trend expected by the weekend. Meteorologist Theodoros Kolydas, former director of the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY), noted on social media that the unsettled conditions will be most prevalent during midday and afternoon hours before gradually giving way to cooler temperatures.
Acropolis Museum Mourns Pope Francis, Lauds His Support for Parthenon Marbles' Return

1 day ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

The Acropolis Museum expressed deep sorrow following the death of Pope Francis, acknowledging his support for the reunification of the Parthenon Marbles and hailing his actions as "an example to follow."In a formal statement, the museum's president, board of directors, and general director offered their condolences, emphasizing the Pope's "genuine and practical support" in Greece's long-standing campaign to reclaim the sculptures from the British Museum.
Mystery Shrouds Death of Greek Coast Guard Officer on Lesbos; Murder Claimed

1 day ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

Greek authorities are investigating the death of a 29-year-old coast guard officer on the island of Lesbos after he was found hanged outside a remote chapel on Good Friday. While initial police assessments suggest suicide, the officer’s family strongly believes he was murdered. The victim, who was recently married and assigned to the narcotics unit, was discovered hanging from a marble cross near a chapel in the Sigri area.
Greek Chef Brings Taste of Home to Bordeaux with "Yamas" Ouzerie

2 days ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

In the heart of Bordeaux’s renowned wine region, a welcoming Greek ouzerie named Yamas is attracting locals and visitors with its authentic flavors and warm hospitality. The restaurant is the creation of Giannis Sofios, a 36-year-old chef who hails from the small coastal village of Marathias in central Greece. His journey from his family's village taverna, through a Michelin-starred kitchen, has culminated in his own successful establishment in France.
Man Arrested in Western Greece for Attempted Child Abduction on Easter

2 days ago | iefimerida.gr | Anthee Carassava

A 37-year-old Albanian man was arrested on Easter Sunday after allegedly attempting to forcibly abduct three young boys near the village of Petrochori in Aetolia-Acarnania, western Greece, according to local authorities. The incident occurred shortly before 4 p.m. when the suspect, reportedly intoxicated, tried to force three minors — two brothers aged 9 and 13 and another boy aged 10 — into his vehicle on a rural road, police said.