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Greece has issued a red weather alert as severe storms approach, following recent flash floods on Rhodes that killed one person and caused widespread disruption. Authorities urge residents to avoid travel due to heavy rain and strong winds affecting eastern and southern regions.
A 25-year-old man died on Wednesday after flash floods on the Greek island of Rhodes swept his car into the sea near Stegna beach. The severe storm, which dumped 264 millimeters of rain in a short period, caused widespread disruption, road closures, and the suspension of local bus services. Authorities urged residents to avoid travel as heavy rain and strong winds continued to affect eastern and southern Greece.
A federal judge dismissed the seditious-conspiracy charges against Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes and seven others at the DOJ’s request, wiping out their most serious Jan. 6 convictions and underscoring prosecutors’ discretion to drop cases even after convictions as related prosecutions wind down and Trump’s pardons reshape the aftermath.
Emma Roberts’ 5-year-old son Rhodes walked her down the aisle at her Idaho wedding to Cody John after her father Eric Roberts missed the ceremony; she wore a Monique Lhuillier gown.
On SmackDown May 22, Cody Rhodes defeated Sami Zayn in the main event after Gunther interference; Trick Williams defeated Carmelo Hayes; Tiffany Stratton defeated Lash Legend in an open US title challenge; Flair & Ripley teamed to beat Toxic Attraction with a post-match attack from Jade Cargill; Solo Sikoa defeated Damian Priest while Shinsuke Nakamura fell to Talla Tonga; the show teased SNME 43 and a Clash in Italy, delivering a mixed but solid episode.
Randy Orton opened SmackDown in Las Vegas with a scathing take on Cody Rhodes and teased a WrestleMania main event, CM Punk then showed up to bolster the weekend’s storylines, while Jacob Fatu cut a chaotic promo on Drew McIntyre; Rhea Ripley vs Jade Cargill advanced their feud, an eight-man street fight delivered chaotic action, and multiple Mania previews capped a go-home show that lands as a solid, not spectacular, C+.
In the Season 8 premiere of 'FBI', Isobel survives a brain bleed from a previous collapse, but Agent Dani Rhodes is tragically killed after being shot. The episode sets the stage for new developments, with Rhodes's death marking a significant event as the show continues.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced that tourists whose vacations were disrupted by the wildfires in Rhodes will be offered a one-week free holiday on the island next spring or fall as compensation. The wildfires forced the evacuation of around 20,000 people, including many British tourists, and caused significant damage to the island. Tourism is a vital sector for Greece, accounting for a quarter of its GDP.
Greece has announced that it will offer a week-long free stay on the island of Rhodes in 2024 to tourists whose vacations were cut short by the wildfires that recently ravaged the island. The wildfires, which broke out on July 18, caused significant damage to homes and hotels and forced thousands of people to evacuate. Tourism is a vital sector for Greece's economy, and Rhodes is a popular holiday destination. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that the government wants to ensure that visitors return to the island and enjoy its natural beauty, offering them a chance to come back for a free holiday next spring or fall. Mitsotakis also acknowledged that climate change has contributed to the increased intensity of wildfires in the Mediterranean.
Approximately 19,000 people have been evacuated from the Greek island of Rhodes as wildfires continue to burn for a sixth day, marking the largest evacuation from a wildfire in the country. Tourists were among those evacuated, with package holiday companies TUI and Jet2 canceling flights to Rhodes. The evacuation was described as hasty and panicked, but authorities have stated that the abandoned hotels are in better condition than reported. More than 250 firefighters, along with firefighting planes and helicopters from the European Union, are working to contain the fires. Fires have also broken out in other parts of Greece, including the island of Evia. The country is experiencing high temperatures and is at a high risk for fire outbreaks.
Wildfires have forced the evacuation of 19,000 tourists and residents from the Greek island of Rhodes, marking the largest preventive fire evacuation in the country's history. At least 164 fires have burned in 58 places on the island, with no reported casualties but nine people hospitalized for respiratory issues. The fires come amid a heatwave in southern Europe, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit). International assistance, including aircraft and firefighters from France, Turkey, and Slovakia, has been deployed. Airlines TUI and Jet2 have canceled flights to Rhodes, and tourists have taken to social media to document their experiences. Greek authorities have warned of extreme climatic conditions and the increasing risk of uncontrollable wildfires due to rising greenhouse gas emissions.
The Greek island of Rhodes, known for its beaches and historic sites, is facing wildfires that have led to the evacuation of thousands of residents and tourists. With a population of about 125,000 people, Rhodes is the ninth largest island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. It was once under the rule of the Knights of the Order of Saint John and is home to a well-preserved medieval town and castle, which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. The small fishing village of Lindos, with its hilltop fortress and ancient acropolis, is also a popular tourist attraction on the island.
Thousands of tourists and residents have been evacuated from the Greek island of Rhodes as a wildfire continues to spread. The fire, which has been burning for nearly a week, has forced the cancellation of flights and caused chaos as people flee to safer areas. The Greek fire brigade has moved 19,000 people to safety, with many being evacuated by private boats. Climate change is believed to be exacerbating the heatwaves and increasing the risk of wildfires in the region.
Thousands of tourists and residents on the Greek island of Rhodes were evacuated as a wildfire, fueled by strong winds, raged for six days. Coastguard vessels and private boats transported over 2,000 tourists from beaches, while many fled their hotels as flames reached seaside villages. Approximately 19,000 people were moved from their homes and hotels, seeking shelter in schools and indoor stadiums. The fire threatened the popular tourist site of Lindos and was one of several wildfires across Greece amid a high risk of wildfires due to extreme heatwaves.
Approximately 19,000 people have been evacuated from the Greek island of Rhodes as wildfires continue to burn for a sixth day, marking the largest evacuation from a wildfire in the country's history. No casualties have been reported, but six individuals were briefly hospitalized with respiratory problems. Firefighters, along with helicopters and planes, are working to contain the blaze, while authorities have designated large parts of Greece as high-risk areas for fire outbreaks.