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Seven free beaches for summer swims near Athens (map included)
As temperatures rise, we've compiled a list of the best free beaches near Athens for a refreshing break from the heat.
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Fire in Keratea: 52 rescues and dozens of evacuations (videos-photos)
The Fire in Keratea that broke out just before 12:00 noon in the Plaka area.
Information so far says that homes have been burned. So far, 52 rescues and dozens of evacuations of homes have been carried out.
Meanwhile, traffic regulations are currently in effect and according to the Traffic Police, the following diversions remain in effect in the area of Lavreotiki:
Full moon rises behind Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio
The flower moon rises behind the ancient temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, about 70 kilometers (45 miles) south of Athens, on Thursday. [Petros Giannakouris/AP]
Police dismantle burglary ring in eastern Athens suburbs
Police dismantled a criminal group operating in the eastern Attica districts of Lavrio, Keratea and Koropi, responsible for numerous burglaries.
The group, including two minors, was caught Monday afternoon in the Legrena settlement after fleeing a burglarized home.
Authentic Mykonian Easter with the hospitality of Grecotel
Easter program with rich and unique experiences & holiday offers in Corfu, Kyllini, Sounio, Crete
Temple of Poseidon at Sounio to get new lighting
A new lighting system will be installed at the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio, the Culture Ministry announced on Wednesday.
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New minister wants to boost police patrols
New Citizen Protection Minister Michalis Chrisochoidis, in his fifth stint at the ministry overseeing the security forces since 1999, has his work cut out for him as he tries to overhaul the Hellenic Police.
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Rare supermoon lights up the night sky
The supermoon rises behind the ancient Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio, about 70 kilometers south of Athens, Greece on Wednesday. The cosmic curtain rose Wednesday night with the second full moon of the month. It is a supermoon because it's closer to Earth than usual, appearing especially big and bright.
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Full moon rises behind the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion
A full moon known as the "Sturgeon Moon" rises behind the Temple of Poseidon, in Cape Sounion, near Athens, August 1. [Alkis Konstantinidis/Reuters]
Buck Moon rises behind the Temple of Poseidon
A person takes a photo as a full moon known as the "Buck Moon" rises behind the Temple of Poseidon, in Cape Sounion, near Athens, Greece, on July 3, 2023. [Alkis Konstantinidis/Reuters]
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