Fires in Kos, Crete and the Thessaloniki region prompt evacuations and mobilization of ground and aerial firefighting resources amid elevated wildfire risk
The blaze in a densely forested area near Atsits reached the coastline but did not threaten residential areas
Andy Burnham’s listening tour has put the new Prime Minister at the centre of a political recovery for Labour. But interviews with political academics, pollsters and people who have met him suggest that personal popularity can only carry him so far.
Travelers are taking a shot on rock-bottom-priced packages that could take them to Hawaii—or Tampa, Fla.
The Rich and Famous Who Can’t Get Into Miami’s Most Exclusive Country Club
Soufli Village Builds Home For Young Couple Together
Ferry Schedules Modified as Strong Winds Ease Across Greece
The blaze in a densely forested area near Atsits reached the coastline but did not threaten residential areas
Andy Burnham’s listening tour has put the new Prime Minister at the centre of a political recovery for Labour. But interviews with political academics, pollsters and people who have met him suggest that personal popularity can only carry him so far.
Greece Wildfires
High-speed boats ferrying tourists between idyllic islands have turned Odyssean for some travelers, who say they’ve never been more seasick
The 28-year-old and the president shared a tone and, it seemed at times, a mind
Battlefield drill shows Pentagon hasn’t fully absorbed lessons of Russia’s war
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The feast day of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary is commemorated every Aug. 15 by the Orthodox Church, coinciding with the annual exodus in the country toward the islands, coasts and mountainous mainland
As the island prepares for the Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, celebrations are centered on the Panagia Kanala shrine and a traditional reenactment of the discovery of its sacred icon.
Visiting Athens in August? Find out why shops close, what stays open, and what you need to know about the August 15 holiday
More than 15 volunteer boats are taking part in the evacuation by sea, as strong winds push flames across the Kassandra Peninsula; second wildfire in western Greece
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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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
Here are 10 restaurants and tavernas near Attica’s beaches where you can go straight from the sea for great food, cocktails and a spectacular sunset
Every August, as Greeks return to their villages for the summer holidays, two timeless sweets reclaim their place on coffee trays and family tables
Twenty years ago, a Helios Airways Boeing 737 vanished from radio contact, triggering a tense military response before crashing near Athens—killing all 121 on board. The investigation uncovered a chain of human errors and systemic failures
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
A new scientific study offers a fresh theory on what killed Simonetta Vespucci, a young woman long linked to Botticelli's Venus
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
Athens Weighs Response to Mecca Agreement
Kesses Says Prosecutors Keep Stalling Predator Wiretap Probe
Greece, Iran Discuss Hormuz Strait in Foreign Ministers’ Call
Society
Wildfire Rages on Skyros as Firefighting Forces Reinforced
Dormition of the Theotokos Today Marks Apex of Grecian Summer
Private Universities: The New Front After The Court Ruling
Travel
More Tourists, Less Money and Greece’s September Bet
Are Shops Closed in Athens in August?
5 Scenic Greek Road Trips Worth Taking
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