Latest News from Macedonia
Show on ‘first Europeans’ opens at National Archaeological Museum in Athens
The story of the classical-era city of Europos, whose residents were the first people to be called Europeans according to ancient inscriptions, takes center stage in a new exhibition at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens.
Weather: rain and thunderstorms from tomorrow – Snow at low altitudes at Christmas
The weather landscape in the country is gradually changing from tomorrow, with high for the season temperatures being followed by intense phenomena such as storms and snow. From Friday afternoon onwards, showers and thunderstorms will occur in the western and northwestern parts of the country, while in the evening the phenomena will extend to the rest of mainland Greece.
Negotiations for Bulgarian Government Progress, Borissov Optimistic
GERB leader Boyko Borissov expressed optimism about forming a government, emphasizing the necessity of achieving this goal. Speaking on the sidelines of the National Assembly, Borissov stated that the current international context demands unity and decisive action from Bulgaria.
Weather forecast: Rain expected from Friday – Christmas forecast
Good weather will prevail today and tomorrow, but rain and gradual thunderstorms will start from Friday afternoon and from the west, according to Thodoros Kolydas in his forecast.
“Saturday will see showers in most areas and temperatures will drop. The weather will show a temporary improvement on Sunday,” according to the EMF director.
Today’s weather: Sunshine & rising temperatures – New storms expected Friday
The temperature will start to rise from today, and the weather will be good until Thursday. However, new showers from the west will arrive on Friday, and on Saturday, the phenomenon will spread to almost the whole country, according to meteorologists.
Four arrested in major cocaine bust at Thessaloniki port
Four foreign nationals were arrested after Greek authorities, in coordination with the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Thessaloniki customs, seized more than 45 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a refrigerated banana container at the northern city's port.
The suspects, described as members of a powerful drug cartel, will testify before a magistrate on Wednesday.
North Macedonia Stands Firm on EU Integration: No More Concessions Without Clear Commitment from Brussels
The government of North Macedonia has declared its readiness to continue advancing European integration, but only under conditions it deems constructive and fair. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski stated that the government is prepared to respond positively if Brussels proposes a viable solution for the country to progress toward EU membership.
Severe weather hits Agrinio and Preveza: Floods, rescues, and rising danger
Saturday night brought chaos to Preveza and the wider Agrinio area as torrential rains triggered emergencies, landslides, flooding, and incidents requiring urgent rescues. Elderly residents and drivers were trapped in rising waters, prompting the intervention of the Fire Service to save lives.
Storm Impact Across Regions
Turkish town in North Macedonia gears up for tourism boost
Amid the rising migration flow toward Europe, Centar Župa in North Macedonia, where 85 percent of the population is Turkish, is preparing to highlight its historical and natural treasures to draw in tourists.
Weather: Rains & temperature drop are coming – When & where it will snow
Three different types of weather will “hit” the country over the weekend of December 14, 15 and Monday, December 16. According to Giannis Kallianou‘s forecast, changes will gradually be seen in the weather, which will evolve from mild, to “P” type to “brisk”.
Poachers killed deer in Sintiki Serres – Two arrests and fines
The arrest of two people was made by members of the game police of the Hunting Federation of Macedonia – Thrace, in Kerkini, the municipality of Sintiki Serron.
Former Macedonian Officials Sanctioned by US for Corruption
Artan Grubi, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Inter-Community Relations in North Macedonia, along with Appeals Court Judge Enver Bexheti, has been added to the US State Department's "blacklist" due to significant corruption. The sanctions, which also affect their families, include a ban on entering the United States.
Forget peace in North Macedonia if the Constitutional Court “tampers” with the Albanian language, Ahmeti warns
The leader of the opposition and largest Albanian party in Northern Macedonia, the Democratic Union for Integration (DUI), Ali Ahmedi tonight called on the country’s Constitutional Court to reject all appeals filed with it challenging the law governing the use of the Albanian language in the country.
Weather: New bad weather just around the corner – Polar air storm coming
A new wave of bad weather from Italy will affect our country with showers and thunderstorms being more towards the west, north and the islands of the eastern Aegean.
Olympic athlete Tentoglou helps Grevena gymnastics club with donation
The Grevena Gymnastics Club in Western Macedonia expressed gratitude to two-time Olympic gold medalist Miltos Tentoglou for his generous donation, which will be used to purchase new equipment for the athletes.