Corinth-area blaze contained near national highway early Sunday afternoon (Vid)
Ankara’s creation of two marine parks in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean has prompted a sharp response from Athens, which says the move has no legal effect on Greek sovereign rights and undermines efforts to maintain calmer bilateral relations
On Aug. 17, 1951, 16-year-old Vanda Pierri was killed while swimming off Mon Repos, in a rare shark attack that would remain etched in Corfu’s collective memory for decades
Authorities say the man deliberately set fire to dry grass in Dipotamos, Kavala, on Sunday evening. He reportedly confessed and is due to appear before a prosecutor.
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Ankara’s creation of two marine parks in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean has prompted a sharp response from Athens, which says the move has no legal effect on Greek sovereign rights and undermines efforts to maintain calmer bilateral relations
On Aug. 17, 1951, 16-year-old Vanda Pierri was killed while swimming off Mon Repos, in a rare shark attack that would remain etched in Corfu’s collective memory for decades
Greece Wildfires
Jeff Bezos and Jared Kushner have yet to secure membership at the exclusive Indian Creek Country Club
Student workers are shouldering bigger responsibilities as artificial intelligence takes over menial tasks
Travelers are taking a shot on rock-bottom-priced packages that could take them to Hawaii—or Tampa, Fla.
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From the pool in Paris to the track and field events in Birmingham, Greek athletes collected medals, broke national records and delivered a string of top-eight finishes
Mostly sunny conditions are forecast across Greece, with temperatures climbing as high as 36°C in parts of the mainland, while isolated showers and thunderstorms may develop in western mountain areas
Thousands remain in the Spanish enclave after a mass border crossing two weeks ago, with migrants living in precarious conditions and facing uncertainty over their future
Clips from the legal battle of 35-year-old Lindsay Clancy are circulating online and fueling conversations about mental health support
From the rugged Mani Peninsula to the mountain villages of Zagori and the winding roads of Crete and Naxos, these five routes showcase Greece beyond its famous beaches.
Visiting Athens in August? Find out why shops close, what stays open, and what you need to know about the August 15 holiday
The capital of Andros, known as Chora, stands out even within the Cyclades for its neoclassical mansions.
Parnassos reveals its autumn charm as Amfikleia–Elateia launches a new campaign promoting authentic rural experiences to Greek and international visitors.
Stefan Bruggemann talks to BHMAgazino about "Cel d'or," his exhibit inspired by Ibiza's singular light
Archaeologists from around the world are uncovering 5,000 years of history at Vythoulas on Kythera, where the EVOKE project is shedding new light on the island's role as a crossroads of ancient Mediterranean civilizations
The leading Greek sculptor looks back on a journey spanning nearly seven decades, remembering his teachers and the high points of his career, and explaining why the human figure remains the non-negotiable core of his art
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In the village of Mesi Potamia, chef Yiannis Economou cooks the traditional dishes he grew up with, turning family memories, local produce and Naxos’ culinary heritage into a deeply personal dining experience
This August, forget the air fryer for a while and master the art of the real frying pan. From potatoes and summer vegetables to seafood, here is how to get that golden, irresistible crust every time
From fire-cooked meats and island-grown produce to northern Greek comfort food, these two restaurants offer a taste of Tinos through the people, traditions and ingredients that make the island unique
On Aug. 17, 1951, 16-year-old Vanda Pierri was killed while swimming off Mon Repos, in a rare shark attack that would remain etched in Corfu’s collective memory for decades
In August 1996, two young Greek Cypriots were murdered in the UN buffer zone by Turkish paramilitaries. The killings, caught on camera, exposed the violence of Cyprus’s division and the shadowy network of the far-right Grey Wolves
For over 1,500 years, the Lighthouse of Alexandria lit the Mediterranean and stood as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—until nature and time reduced it to rubble, leaving only legends and a fortress in its place
In the European context, the current status quo, both in terms of domestic governance and international relations, appears to be undergoing a period of instability and readjustment, reflecting a broader transformation in the way politics unfolds.
Purpose demands discipline. And nothing builds purpose like service, especially when that service is to your country
The strait carries between 35% and 43% of the world’s seaborne urea and nearly half its traded sulphur, the backbone of the phosphate fertiliser chain.
A day trip from Athens combines swimming at a saltwater lagoon with a visit to the ancient Sanctuary of Hera and Melagavi Lighthouse for World Lighthouse Day
At The Breeder in Athens, the artist transforms familiar logos, lyrics and sounds into unsettling reflections on violence, consumerism, collective memory and the unequal experience of the future
Free admission, concerts and guided tours return for the 27th year as the August full moon transforms archaeological sites and museums into open-air cultural stages across the country
Politics
Turkey’s Marine Parks Raise Tensions With Greece
Greece Navigates a Changing Middle East as New Defense Pact Shows How Complicated Alliances Have Become
Athens Weighs Response to Mecca Agreement
Society
Paros Taxi Driver Accused of Assaulting 70-Year-Old
Bearded Vulture Delays Flight at Heraklion Airport
80-Year-Old Man Arrested for Arson in Northeastern Greece
Travel
Health Tech on Cruise Ships Wins Broad Acceptance; Privacy Concerns Persist
More Tourists, Less Money and Greece’s September Bet
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