Storyline: Tens of thousands of workers across Greece staged a 24-hour nationwide strike on Wednesday, protesting labor reforms and a government plan to extend working hours. Greek trains, ferries, and taxis ground to a halt on Wednesday. From empty ferry decks to stationary trains - much of Greece has fallen silent. Workers staged the strike over a bill that would allow shifts of up to 13 hours a day, but capped at 48 hours a week, including overtime. Many people see it as yet another setback, after years of economic crisis and wage cuts, and a change that will only bring more pressure on households. "These changes reflect the demands of employers. For workers, the principle remains clear: eight hours to work, eight to rest, and eight for family life," said George, a tourism worker. "Since the financial crisis, living standards have already fallen. Longer working hours add to the pressure on households and daily life," said Spyros, an activist. Teaching unions have joined the strike, warning that the changes will mean parents leaving at sunrise and returning home long after dark. They warn that the cost won't just be in paychecks, but in family life. "It's 2025. Technology and resources should allow for shorter weeks, not longer days. We want hours that let us live decently and spend time with our children," said Natasa, a teacher. The government stated that extended shifts would be applied only in rare cases, accompanied by higher overtime pay. However, unions fear that it risks undoing decades of protections and altering the lives and work of millions of Greeks. As the chants echo across Athens, the bill remains under debate. Supporters view it as a step toward modernization, while critics see it as a form of exploitation. Shotlist: Athens, Greece - Oct 1, 2025: 1. Various of ferries, notice 2. Various of protesters holding placards, banners, flags 3. SOUNDBITE (Greek, dubbed in English) George, tourism worker (starting with shot 2) (full name not given): "These changes reflect the demands of employers. For workers, the principle remains clear: eight hours to work, eight to rest, and eight for family life." 4. SOUNDBITE (Greek, dubbed in English) Spyros, activist (full name not given): "Since the financial crisis, living standards have already fallen. Longer working hours add to the pressure on households and daily life." 5. Aerial shots of protest in progress 6. Various of protesters 7. SOUNDBITE (Greek, dubbed in English) Natasa, teacher (starting with shot 6) (full name not given): "It's 2025. Technology and resources should allow for shorter weeks, not longer days. We want hours that let us live decently and spend time with our children." 8. Various of protesters holding banners, flags. [Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland]