Nolan’s The Odyssey sparks a 550% surge in UK searches for Greek lessons, while Homer’s epic sees a 70% rise in British book sales
Two firefighters lost their lives on Wednesday, battling a wildfire that broke out on the Greek island of Crete
The Greek Health Ministry is calling for increased inspections and pollution monitoring
The wildfire, which broke out earlier in the day, continued to burn out of control, prompting a large-scale emergency response on land & sea.
Matthew McConaughey Spotted Dancing the Night Away at Mykonos Hotspot (video)
Zakynthos Shipwreck May Introduce Entrance Fee
EFET Warns of Salmonella Risk During Summer Months
Two firefighters lost their lives on Wednesday, battling a wildfire that broke out on the Greek island of Crete
The Greek Health Ministry is calling for increased inspections and pollution monitoring
The Odyssey
Before the two leaders met, the Trump administration pressed Netanyahu to show he was serious about advancing peace talks in Lebanon and Gaza
Heavy rainfall followed by extreme heat created the perfect tinder to carry the flames
TSMC evacuates chip factory in Kumamoto prefecture after magnitude 6.8 earthquake
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SEVERE STORMS
The Municipality of Amfikleia-Elateia reported major losses to crops, property damage and blocked roads as emergency crews work to restore access and assess the impact of the ongoing bad weather.
One person has died after a powerful explosion sparked a major fire at a vinegar factory in Examilia, Corinthia, on Monday.
The African Development Bank says a powerful El Niño could slash GDP in the hardest-hit countries, fuel mass migration, and sharply increase the continent’s climate adaptation funding needs.
Government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis says fuel support will continue as long as fiscal room allows, with power prices below the EU average
Music
Fire. Masks. Rhythm. PAGAN blur the line between concert and ceremony. TO BHMA International Edition speaks with band leader Stavros Tsumanis about the creative vision behind one of Greece's most compelling live acts
As Greece sets new growth targets for aquaculture, a consensus has formed that the system meant to govern the sector is not fit-for-purpose
Father Dionysios of Nafplio found an international audience by uniting Byzantine spirituality with heavy metal
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recipe of the day
Almonds and citrus. These two ingredients — along with sugar, of course — are non-negotiable when it comes to the traditional sweets of Greece’s Ionian Islands. And because we love them so much, we traveled across the Ionian Sea to discover the best treats each island has to offer.
Hidden among pine trees above a stream in northern Athens, this beloved taverna offers authentic Greek flavors, a welcoming atmosphere, and the rare feeling of escaping the city without ever leaving it
Bring the flavours of the Greek islands to your table with four traditional recipes that capture the spirit of summer, from Karpathos to Corfu, Ithaca and Tilos
A decade after transforming Zakynthos' dining scene, chef Krysty Karageorgou reflects on moving Prosilio into an olive grove, her enduring partnership with Giorgos Kampitsis and their vision for a destination where food, nature and hospitality become one experience
After 81 years, personal items taken from Greek prisoners in Nazi camps are being returned to their families, restoring memory and closing old wounds.
From Spanish colony, to Soviet client state, to US sanctions. The story of Cuba is the story of a small island perpetually caught between dependency and the fight for sovereignty against the ambitions of larger powers
A glimpse into the Greek Revolution of 1821, where the struggle for freedom unfolded alongside powerful stories of love, passion, and loss.
Purpose demands discipline. And nothing builds purpose like service, especially when that service is to your country
Open any passport issued by a Member State of the European Union and, above the name of the country, you will find two familiar words: European Union. Yet a new European Citizens' Initiative argues that this symbol does not go far enough.
Seventy-six years ago, Robert Schuman proposed a bold vision: that European nations, still scarred by war, should unite their coal and steel production under a common authority — laying the foundations for what would later become the European Union.
A Missed Opportunity in Santa Marta
Weekend visitors can explore the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center from the water during free introductory kayaking sessions open to adults and children ages 10 and older
Athens visitors can discover grape varieties, winemaking traditions and food pairings through a guided tasting experience near the Acropolis, led by a professional wine expert in an intimate and accessible setting
From museum courtyards to secret urban gardens, these leafy cafés offer a different side of Athens—where a morning coffee can feel like the start of a summer holiday
Politics
Christodoulides, Erhurman Voice Optimism After Guterres Talks
Greece Forms Three New Special Operations Units Under ‘Agenda 2030’
Court Slaps Down Dimitriadis’s SLAPP Suits Against in.gr
Society
Crete Wildfire – Dramatic Video of Coastguard Rescuing People
Swimming Banned in Parts of Attica Over Water Quality Concerns
Greek Authorities Arrest Three Suspects Linked to Athens Theater Blaze
Travel
Greece’s Summer Getaways Become a Luxury
Zakynthos Shipwreck May Introduce Entrance Fee
Athens Tourism Booms as STR Growth Slows
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