Tag: athens

Athens FIR blackout: Civil Aviation Authority chief resigns

Greece January 15, 2026 at 11:39

Resignation accepted after findings released In the wake of the official findings of the investigation into the Athens FIR blackout on Sunday, 4 January 2026,...

ON THIS DAY: Athens welcomes first opera house with Puccini (1940)

Life October 22, 2025 at 11:05

On this day in 1940, Athens celebrated a milestone in its cultural history as the city’s first dedicated opera venue — the Olympia Theatre...

Parthenon scaffolding removed after 15 years of restoration work

Greece October 10, 2025 at 15:13

The Parthenon scaffolding has been removed after nearly 15 years, marking a rare moment for Athens visitors, as the iconic temple now stands fully...

Clashes outside Israeli Embassy in Athens, 18 arrests made

Greece October 8, 2025 at 14:08

Tension flared on Tuesday night outside the Israeli Embassy in Athens, where riot police used tear gas and stun grenades to disperse pro-Palestinian demonstrators. The...