Capital and largest city of Greece, coastal hub of Attica
An elderly man has been detained after a gun attack on a social security office and a later attack at a central Athens court. Several people have been wounded; officials are investigating motives as security is tightened across Athens.
Spain is calling for the immediate release of a Spanish-Swedish activist detained by Israel after the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla was intercepted. Israeli authorities have questioned activists for possible links to Hamas, while Greece and Turkey critique the operation amid broader Gaza concerns. The incident follows a large-scale interception of boats and participants in international waters.
Repositioning cruises are one-way journeys that move ships between seasonal routes, often at discounted rates and with longer days at sea. They can be cheaper per day than traditional cruises but come with fewer ports. Popular itineraries include Atlantic crossings and moves between the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Asia-Pacific.
Former Greek prime minister Alexis Tsipras has launched the Greek Left Alliance, signaling a bid to broaden opposition to the ruling conservatives as polls show Mitsotakis ahead. Tsipras has returned to active politics at 51, arguing rising living costs and inequality require new political vehicles.
The Evoke group, owner of William Hill and 888, has agreed a takeover valued at about £243 million by Bally’s Intralot. The deal follows the UK’s higher remote gaming and online sports betting duties, which have prompted industry consolidation. Evoke has been exploring strategic options amid heavy debt and regulatory fines.
Across Afghanistan and Pakistan, airstrikes on the border provinces of Khost, Kunar and Paktika have killed civilians, including children, and injured many more. UNAMA has documented civilian casualties and is calling for de-escalation, a durable ceasefire, and humanitarian access as fighting continues near the border.
Floyd Mayweather has not appeared at a Las Vegas hearing; his attorney represents him as prosecutors pursue two felony counts — theft and drawing or passing a check with intent to defraud — tied to a December 2024 $200,000 check, with a September hearing set.
Restorers have slotted two marble blocks into gaps on the Parthenon’s western end, restoring its proportions after decades of work. The EU-funded project aims to present the temple’s geometric perfection anew as Greece continues its long-term restoration program.
A sweeping heatwave has driven temperatures above historical highs across France and neighboring countries. Officials have issued red and orange alerts, with tens of millions affected as authorities warn of health risks, power disruptions, and travel delays. Several cities have seen record temperatures, while hospitals and schools adjust operating hours to cope with the extreme heat.
The Miami Heat have acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks in a high-stakes deal that also involves Bobby Portis, Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel-Youth Ware and Kasparas Jakucionis, along with multiple draft picks. The move represents a bold, championship-centered pivot as the Heat push to contend in a crowded East.
A review of diverse coastal stories shows communities adapting to climate pressures—from Mauritania’s Imraguen to Greek bays installing protective barriers, to UK shore ecology—highlighting how people confront warming seas and environmental change.
Attacks with crude gas-canister devices have targeted homes of New Democracy figures in Thessaloniki. One casualty reported; several injured, including a parliamentary candidate’s mother. Prime Minister Mitsotakis condemns the violence and vows zero tolerance.
Wildfires are raging in southern France and central Greece amid a heatwave that has intensified across Europe. French fires have prompted evacuations near Marseille, while Greek blazes in Fthiotida threaten homes and forests. Greece is harnessing satellite technology to monitor the fires as climate change amplifies the threat.
France battles wildfires across Aude, Hérault and Marseille regions as temperatures stay high and vegetation remains parched. Firefighters are expanding operations while evacuations continue and authorities warn the heatwave could persist.
Citizen Lab has found that Stelios Kouloglou's iPhone was infected with Pegasus at least three times in 2022–23 while he served on the European Parliament's PEGA committee investigating spyware. Researchers say they have high confidence in the forensic evidence but do not attribute responsibility; the findings have prompted calls in Brussels for stronger limits on spyware.
A wildfire in northern Greece has expanded from a ravine into surrounding plains. Firefighters are battling strong winds as residents of Anthoupoli, Filothei and Galini are evacuated. A 76-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of starting the blaze, while a heavy smoke cover is visible from Thessaloniki. No homes have been reported damaged so far.
Hundreds attend the Prometheia Festival near Dion to celebrate ancient Greek deities, with participants adopting antiquity-inspired names and staging torch-lit ceremonies, reflecting a revived cultural heritage.
Wildfires in Spain, Portugal, and Greece are intensifying heat across Europe as the Tour de France moves through France from Spain. Officials say the blaze mobilizes large firefighting efforts and will affect race logistics; heatwaves persist, with temperatures forcing evacuations and high risk of more fires.
Josh Kerr has broken the mile world record at the London Diamond League, running 3:42.66 to shave 0.47 seconds off Hicham El Guerrouj's 1999 mark. The Scot led through precise pacing from Brannon Kidder and Zan Rudolf and won by a clear margin; the meet also featured standout wins from Julien Alfred and Karsten Warholm.
IMAX reports a surge in global box office as Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey expands its lead, with Nolan claiming the first feature shot entirely on IMAX film. The film has set opening and streaming benchmarks and drives momentum for premium formats across theaters.
Extensive wildfires are burning across France, Spain and Italy as heatwaves drive arid conditions. Evacuations continue, hundreds of firefighters operate across multiple fronts, and authorities warn that heat and dry vegetation will keep fire risk high in coming days.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point as attacks and war-risk costs push ships to avoid the usual traffic lanes, with U.S.-led efforts continuing yet shippers report growing concerns and elevated insurance premiums.
EU leaders are pursuing a staged, age-based approach to social media access for minors. A high-level panel has recommended delaying access for under-13s, with further steps for older teens. Von der Leyen has pledged action, and lawmakers are preparing draft legislation after the summer.
A heavy monsoon has caused floods and landslides across Afghanistan, Bangladesh and neighboring regions. In Nuristan’s Parun, dozens are dead or missing and emergency teams are racing to locate survivors as more rain is forecast.
A knife attack near the Acropolis Museum injures a man and a woman, both Greek Americans. Police detain the assailant, who appears to have psychological issues. Victims are hospitalized; the incident is described as unusual for Greece. The area remains a major tourist site.
Amnesty International has found no evidence that Kabul’s Omid drug rehabilitation center was used for military purposes or to store weapons, contradicting Pakistan’s claim about a March 16 strike that Afghanistan says killed around 400 civilians. The organization analyzed photos, videos, satellite images, and testimonies, and says Pakistan has not provided supporting evidence.