Low Turnout Threatens The Result Of Macedonia's Vote On Whether To Change Its Name
Macedonians are voting on a referendum to change their country's name in order to gain access into NATO and the European Union.
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Wildfire Breaks Out Near Camp In Greece, Home To Thousands Of Refugees
A plume of smoke was visible not far from the Moria camp on the Greek island of Lesbos. The number of migrants and refugees arriving in Greece by sea has soared this year.
Greece Emerges From International Bailout, But Will Be Closely Monitored For Years
After nine years of a debt crisis that spawned economic upheaval and austerity measures, Athens will regain a degree of control over its finances, but officials say it's not out of the woods yet.
'A Terrible Day': Greek Wildfires Kill At Least 74 People, Devastate Resort Village
The death toll from surprisingly fast-moving fires near Athens has tripled from Monday. Officials in Greece said they found 26 bodies in one spot.
Macedonia Gets New Name, Ending 27-Year Dispute With Greece
Both countries claim the name "Macedonia" as their own. After decades of thorny negotiations, the former Yugoslav republic will become the Republic of North Macedonia.
In Greece, Fire Reveals Ancient Artifacts, Possibly Hidden By Thieves
Firefighters discovered a trove of 200 antiquities stashed in plastic bags. Authorities suspected smugglers.
Greece Suspends Soccer League After Team Owner Invades Field With Gun
It happened in the final few seconds of the game, after a referee tossed out a goal from PAOK. Greek authorities have reportedly issued an arrest warrant for the team owner, a wealthy businessman.
'Europe Does Not See Us As Human': Stranded Refugees Struggle In Greece
Thousands of migrants are stuck in squalid camps in Greece, waiting for the government to process their asylum requests. Managing migration remains one of Europe's biggest challenges.
For Two Countries, The Dispute Over Macedonia's Name Is Rooted In National Identity
Alexander the Great is central to identity in Greece and Macedonia, which are quarreling over Macedonia's name — and bragging rights to the 4th century B.C. military genius.
Turks Fleeing To Greece Find Mostly Warm Welcome, Despite History
More than a year after a failed military coup against Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, hundreds of Turks are seeking refuge in Greece — despite long rivalries between the two nations.