city and port of Attica region, Greece
A few hundred port workers gathered in Piraeus, Greece, to demand that ports not be used in war efforts. Some unions also demanded better pay ... Show more
ekathimerini.com Oct 31
Piraeus Bank sets bar higher for next year | eKathimerini.com: The management of Piraeus Bank has upgraded its medium-term goals after its January-September ...
ekathimerini.com/economy/1319820/piraeus-bank-sets-bar-higher-for-next-year/
China expands its power over European ports: The Chinese-controlled port operator of Piraeus can now invest practically anywhere abroad ...
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Dockworkers and seafarers marched through Greece's largest port of Piraeus, disrupting cargo operations and passenger traffic as part of an international ... Show more
Spotify Oct 29
Ferry Strike Ties Up Ships at Greece’s Biggest Ports: A 24-hour ferry strike keeps ships in port at Piraeus and six other Greek ports on Friday as seafarers ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/30/ferry-strike/
Spotify Oct 28
Court Freezes Five-Star Hotel Build on Milos Coast: A Piraeus appeals court freezes the Pachaina hotel on Milos, a 16-building five-star resort in a wildlife ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/28/pachaina-hotel-milos/
Spotify Oct 26
Three Family Members Die as Car Plunges Into Piraeus Port: An 82-year-old driver, his wife and son died in a Piraeus port accident after their car plunged into ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/27/piraeus-port-accident/
Spotify Oct 26
Six Productions Explore Nazi Occupation, Civil War and Historical Trauma: Six theatre productions in Athens and Piraeus explore Greece’s German Occupation ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/26/six-productions-explore-nazi-occupation-civil-war-and-historical-trauma/
Spotify Oct 17
Piraeus Mayor Cuts the Ribbon on Marina Zeas Residences: Wyndham Residences Piraeus Marina Zeas holds its official opening with Mayor Giannis Moralis ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/18/wyndham-residences-piraeus/
Spotify Oct 17
Northern Greece Gets a Rare Look at Its Navy: The frigate Kimon is set to anchor in Thessaloniki from 26 to 28 October, giving northern Greece a first look at a ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/17/frigate-kimon/
Spotify Oct 16
Ceiling Falls on Pupil During Class in Korydallos: Korydallos school ceiling section fell on a pupil at the 8th Gymnasium during class; parents and ELME Piraeus ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/16/korydallos-school-ceiling/
ekathimerini.com Oct 14
OpinionFrom the window of the electric railway: I once witnessed something truly unusual on the Kifissia-Piraeus electric railway in Athens.
ekathimerini.com/opinion/1318196/from-the-window-of-the-electric-railway/
ekathimerini.com Oct 13
Gastronomos turns 20, and country’s producers take a bow: Gastronomos, the magazine of the newspaper Kathimerini, marked its 20th birthday over the weekend with ...
ekathimerini.com/leisure/gastronomy/1317948/gastronomos-turns-20-and-countrys-producers-take-a-bow/
Spotify Oct 13
Lefteris Pantazis Sparks Social Media Reactions Over New Video: Greek singer Lefteris Pantazis has attracted attention online after sharing a promotional video ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/13/lefteris-pantazis-social-media-reactions-new-video/
ekathimerini.com Oct 12
Homophobic banner at soccer derby prompts criticism: A large homophobic banner displayed throughout Sunday’s Greek Super League derby between Olympiakos and ...
ekathimerini.com/sports/1317905/homophobic-banner-at-olympiakos-panathinaikos-derby-prompts-criticism/
ekathimerini.com Oct 09
Fashion photographer Dimitris Skoulos to run for ND in 2027 election: Fashion photographer Dimitris Skoulos will run for parliament with Greece’s ruling New ...
ekathimerini.com/politics/1317692/fashion-photographer-dimitris-skoulos-to-run-for-nd-in-2027-election/
ekathimerini.com Oct 08
10.5 million contraband cigarettes seized in Piraeus: Greek authorities said Thursday they have seized more than ten million contraband cigarettes shipped to the ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1317587/10-5-million-contraband-cigarettes-seized-in-piraeus/
ekathimerini.com Oct 03
No sailings until Saturday noon at least: Ferry services from the ports of Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio will remain suspended until Saturday 12 noon as gale-force ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1317111/no-sailings-until-saturday-noon-at-least/
ekathimerini.com Oct 02
Strong winds keep ferries docked at Greek ports: Ferries will remain docked at the port of Piraeus until 8 p.m. Friday due to strong winds reaching up to 47 mph ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1317003/strong-winds-keep-ferries-docked-at-greek-ports/
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Spotify Sep 29
Giorgos Dalaras Turns 77: Voice of Modern Greek Song: Giorgos Dalaras turns 77 today. Born in Piraeus on 29 September 1949, he has sold tens of millions of ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/09/29/xronia-polla-giorgos-dalaras-turns-70-today-2/
Spotify Sep 29
Piraeus Port Authority Offers €30,000 in Scholarships to Students: Piraeus Port Authority will award 10 €3,000 scholarships to first-year students and has ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/09/29/piraeus-port-authority-offers-e30000-scholarships-to-students/
Spotify Sep 27
Cunard’s Queen Anne Sets Sail for the Greek Islands on 19-Night Mediterranean Cruise
greekcitytimes.com/2026/09/27/queen-anne-greek-islands-cruise/
ekathimerini.com Sep 24
Piraeus hotel evacuated following smoke alarm: Dozens of people were evacuated from an eight-story hotel in Athens' port of Piraeus early Thursday after smoke ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1316164/piraeus-hotel-evacuated-following-smoke-alarm/
ekathimerini.com Sep 21
‘Athens Riviera’ cycle lane hits bumps: The construction of an uninterrupted pedestrian and bicycle lane along the existing waterfront walkway running from the ...
ekathimerini.com/news/environment/1315875/athens-riviera-cycle-lane-hits-bumps/
ekathimerini.com Sep 18
March marks 13th anniversary of Pavlos Fyssas’ killing: Hundreds of people joined a march Friday in the Athens port city of Piraeus marking the 13th anniversary ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1315735/march-marks-13th-anniversary-of-pavlos-fyssas-killing/
ekathimerini.com Sep 18
Firefighters battle large blaze in Renti: Residents in the Agios Ioannis Renti district of Piraeus have been urged to stay indoors and keep the doors and windows ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1315693/firefighters-battle-large-fire-in-renti/
ekathimerini.com Sep 07
Walkup leaves Olympiakos for Dubai Basketball after contract dispute: Thomas Walkup is leaving Olympiakos Piraeus after five seasons to join Dubai Basketball on ...
ekathimerini.com/sports/1314533/walkup-leaves-olympiakos-for-dubai-basketball-after-contract-dispute/
Spotify Sep 02
Cocaine Bust Leads to Arrests And Nearly €1 Million in Cash: A Greek Coast Guard cocaine investigation that began in Piraeus led to two arrests and the seizure ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/09/03/cocaine-bust-leads-to-arrests-and-nearly-e1-million-in-cash/
ekathimerini.com Aug 28
Piraeus Port widens activities: Piraeus Port Authority, which operates Greece’s biggest port, wants to expand its activities both domestically and abroad.
ekathimerini.com/economy/1313605/piraeus-port-widens-activities/
ekathimerini.com Aug 09
The daily swim that breaks the quiet of home: Each morning, buses wind through working-class neighborhoods of Piraeus, collecting elderly women bound for the ...
ekathimerini.com/in-depth/society-in-depth/1311912/the-daily-swim-that-breaks-the-quiet-of-home/
Key FactsMorning swims offer older women companionship
Aug 9, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ekathimerini.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ekathimerini.com
- Each morning, buses organized by travel agencies collect older women from working-class neighborhoods in Piraeus and take them to Lagonisi beach.
- For about €8, participants swim for roughly two hours before returning home in the early afternoon, while the service also provides an affordable alternative to increasingly expensive vacations.
- The trips, filled with singing, conversation and teasing, provide companionship and, according to participants, ease loneliness in old age.
- Eighty-eight-year-old Chrysoula Pelekasi has joined the outings for more than 15 years, while many women cite arthritis, osteoporosis or limited mobility and some say doctors recommend swimming.
At our age we need company; we want to get out of the house.— Chrysoula Pelekasi, 88, a participant on the daily Piraeus–Lagonisi trips, describing why they go
‘Unwanted in Our Country’: Protesters Confront Israeli Cruise Ship in Greece: Greek activists rallied at Piraeus Port against an Israeli cruise ship ...
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Protest in Piraeus, Greece, against an Israeli cruise ship: A clash erupted in the Greek port of Piraeus. "They're criminals, we don't want them here!" ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/08/14/griechenland-protest-piraus-israel-kreuzfahrtschiff
Pro-Palestinian protesters rally against Israeli cruise ship at Greece's Piraeus Port
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The Mafia is often behind beach vendors during the holidays.: Senegalese street vendors launder money through shell companies, Chinese networks smuggle ...
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Body of teen who died in suspected electrocution sent to Piraeus | eKathimerini.com
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ekathimerini.com Aug 10
Foreign investors lead to skyrocketing property prices: The Athenian Riviera – the Athens area’s seafront south of Piraeus – is no longer a typical domestic ...
ekathimerini.com/multimedia/images/1311927/foreign-investors-lead-to-skyrocketing-property-prices/
ekathimerini.com Aug 12
Under Cosco, Piraeus has become major commercial port: On the 10th anniversary of Chinese firm Cosco’s ownership of Piraeus Port Authority ...
ekathimerini.com/multimedia/images/1312252/under-cosco-piraeus-has-become-major-commercial-port/
ekathimerini.com Aug 12
EBRD investment support deal: The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has agreed with the Bank of Piraeus to provide €100 million (€98 ...
ekathimerini.com/economy/1312231/ebrd-investment-support-deal/
Fallen branches disrupt Athens rail link with the port of Piraeus | eKathimerini.com
ekathimerini.com/news/1311545/fallen-branches-disrupt-athens-rail-link-with-major-port-of-piraeus/
Spotify Aug 10
Over 129,000 Travellers Leave Attica Ports in August Holiday Exodus: More than 129,000 passengers are expected to leave Attica ports as the August holiday rush ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/08/10/attica-ports-129000-travellers-august-exodus/
Spotify Aug 07
Wyndham Residences Piraeus Marina Zeas Officially Opens: Wyndham Residences Piraeus Marina Zeas has opened above the Zeas marina in Piraeus, offering 72 rooms ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/08/07/wyndham-residences-piraeus-marina-zeas-opens/
ekathimerini.com Aug 04
Fallen branches disrupt Athens rail link with major port of Piraeus | eKathimerini.com
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Spotify Jul 31
Ferry Departures Suspended from Rafina and Lavrio Ports Due to Strong Winds – Services Continue from Piraeus
greekcitytimes.com/2026/07/31/rafina-lavrio-ferry-ban-strong-winds-piraeus-routes/
Summer Snow Falls in Greece as Heavy Rain Damages Athens: Summer snow fell in Greece as heavy rain flooded Athens, damaged property, disrupted transport and ...
greekreporter.com/2026/07/25/summer-snow-falls-greece-heavy-rain-athens/
ekathimerini.com Jul 28
Service back to normal on Proastiakos after fire in Agii Anargyri: Power has been restored to the Piraeus-Kato Acharnes section of the Proastiakos suburban ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1310833/service-back-to-normal-on-proastiakos-after-fire-in-agii-anargyri/
From the bustling port of Piraeus, the gateway to Athens, to the volcanic cliffs of Santorini and the medieval streets of Rhodes ... Show more
Keep Talking Greece Jul 22
Gas leak in Piraeus leads to evacuations, Metro 1 & Tram modifications, traffic stops
keeptalkinggreece.com/2026/07/22/gas-leak-in-piraeus-leads-to-evacuations-metro-1-tram-modifications-traffic-stops/
ekathimerini.com Jul 26
Buyers turn to small homes: One in two properties sold is up to 75 sq.m., reflecting the increase in market prices.
ekathimerini.com/economy/real-estate/1310578/buyers-turn-to-small-homes/
European table tennis union Jul 24
Olympiacos Reinforce Ambitions with Star-Studded Squad for 2026/27 - European table tennis union
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Surrey Live Jul 21
Not Italy or Greece — European holiday destination with the best food named: The European spot known for its "authentic" food is home to dishes ...
getsurrey.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/europe-holiday-best-food-italy-34326413
FC St. Pauli: Saliakas' departure for Piraeus is getting closer | Sport: Manolis Saliakas' departure is becoming more concrete.
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For one million euros: Historic building in Bochum to be sold: The former Zum Sportplatz inn in Bochum-Stiepel has long been known as the Greek restaurant Alt ...
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2,260 Abandoned Electric Bikes To Be Auctioned Off: Around 2,260 unclaimed electric bicycles will go on auction at the Piraeus Customs Office on July 24 ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/07/18/2260-abandoned-electric-bikes-to-be-auctioned-off/
ekathimerini.com Jul 15
Kikilias reviews security measures at busy Piraeus port: Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy Minister Vasilis Kikilias visited the port of Piraeus on Tuesday as ...
ekathimerini.com/economy/1309596/kikilias-reviews-security-measures-at-busy-piraeus-port/
Prothom Alo English Jul 04
The Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins today, Saturday (11:00 pm Bangladesh time), with eight knockout matches scheduled over five days as the ... Show more
Olympiacos Unveils €250 Million Plan for Greece’s Largest Football Stadium: Olympiacos unveils a privately funded €250M-plus Karaiskakis Stadium plan in Greece ...
greekreporter.com/2026/07/03/olympiacos-new-karaiskakis-stadium-greece/
Prothom Alo English Jul 08
Prothom Alo English : The quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup begin on Friday, 10 July (2:00 am Bangladesh time), with four knockout matches scheduled over three days ... Show more
ekathimerini.com Jul 06
A permanent tribute to a cultural icon: Marking 30 years since the death of Greece’s big-screen and stage darling Aliki Vougiouklaki (1934-1996) ...
ekathimerini.com/culture/1308675/a-permanent-tribute-to-a-cultural-icon/
ekathimerini.com Jul 04
Building on the Greece-India ‘strategic partnership’: “The Port of Piraeus can play an important role in strengthening India – Greece and India – Europe ...
ekathimerini.com/economy/1308339/building-on-the-greece-india-strategic-partnership/
No salary for months? Handball professionals from AEK Athens complain in an open letter.
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Spotify Jun 30
Olympiacos women's water polo team enjoys Nikos Vertis concert after European win Greek City Times
greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/30/olympiacos-womens-water-polo-team-nikos-vertis-concert-athens/
Spotify Jun 29
Miltiadis Tentoglou Confident He Will Win European Championship Greek City Times: Miltiadis Tentoglou won the 3rd Piraeus Street Long Jump with 8 ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/29/miltiadis-tentoglou-confident-he-will-win-european-championship/
Spotify Jun 28
US Embassy and Piraeus Host Freedom 250 Country Concert Greek City Times: The US Embassy in Greece and the Municipality of Piraeus will host a free country music ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/28/us-embassy-and-piraeus-host-freedom-250-country-concert/
ekathimerini.com Jun 25
Small oil spill reported off Piraeus beach: Greek authorities on Thursday responded to a small marine pollution incident detected off Xaveriou Beach in the port ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1307787/small-oil-spill-reported-off-piraeus-beach/
ekathimerini.com Jun 21
Scattered houses, last guardians of old Piraeus: In a historic quarter of Piraeus, where old residential blocks descend from Kastella and Profitis Ilias toward ...
ekathimerini.com/multimedia/images/1307269/scattered-houses-last-guardians-of-old-piraeus/
ekathimerini.com Jun 21
Four drownings reported off Greek beaches in one day: Four people drowned swimming in various parts of Greece within the past 24 hours, the Coast Guard said ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1307337/four-drownings-reported-off-greek-beaches-in-one-day/
ekathimerini.com Jun 21
OpinionIt’s not a competition between the state and the criminals: In a controversial decision, the Supreme Court decided to send Alexandros Giotopoulos back to prison ...
ekathimerini.com/opinion/1307073/its-not-a-competition-between-the-state-and-the-criminals/
ekathimerini.com Jun 20
Theater’s permanent memorial to beloved screen legend: Three decades after her death, Greek cinema and theater icon Aliki Vougiouklaki is being honored with a ...
ekathimerini.com/culture/1307103/theaters-permanent-memorial-to-beloved-screen-legend/
ekathimerini.com Jun 17
Key witness recants at trial over policeman's slaying: A key witness at the trial over the fatal injury of a policeman during fan violence outside a Piraeus ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1306959/key-witness-recants-at-trial-over-policemans-slaying/
Spotify Jun 17
Police Arrest Teenager With 52.5g of Cocaine on Ferry: Security officers from the Central Port Authority of Piraeus arrested a 20-year-old Greek woman after ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/17/police-arrest-teenager-with-52-5g-of-cocaine-on-ferry/
ekathimerini.com Jun 15
Supreme Court orders November 17 leader Giotopoulos back to prison: Greece’s Supreme Court has ordered 82-year-old Alexandros Giotopoulos, convicted leader of ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1306720/supreme-court-orders-november-17-leader-giotopoulos-back-to-prison/
Spotify Jun 13
Four Turkish Men Accused of Assaulting Greek Woman in Salamis. #Piraeus: A 30-year-old Greek woman was allegedly assaulted by four Turkish men at the port of ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/13/turkish-men-accused-assault-greek-woman-salamis/
Spotify Jun 08
Piraeus: Dramatic Video Shows Police Officers Saving Man Seconds Before Jumping from 6th Floor
greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/08/piraeus-police-save-man-sixth-floor-jump-video/
ekathimerini.com Jun 04
Man dies after car falls into sea at Piraeus Port: A taxi driver was found dead Thursday morning after his vehicle plunged into the sea at the Port of Piraeus.
ekathimerini.com/news/1305654/man-dies-after-car-falls-into-sea-at-piraeus-port/
ekathimerini.com Jun 01
Collision at sea sinks fishing boat, no injuries reported | eKathimerini.com: A motor vessel carrying tourists struck and sank a fishing boat just off Piraeus ...
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