Passenger traffic from Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio rose nearly 4% between July 1 and August 10, with demand surging for short island trips in the Saronic Gulf.
Industry warns of “critical crossroads” as exports fall to their lowest in four years, hit by weak demand, high global stocks, and fierce competition from abroad
Goats roaming freely on Greek beaches are a familiar sight, but each encounter offers its own surprising story—like this recent incident in Syvota
How social media fame turned a stray feline in Crete into a viral spectacle — until local rescuers stepped in to save her
Read the full details of the latest banking fee reforms and ATM changes coming into effect on August 11
Greek startup launches premium olive oil vending machines in Athens and beyond, joining Mediterranean countries like Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Croatia in making high-quality olive oil more accessible to consumers
The recent feature of the Greek island of Karpathos in the renowned Italian daily La Repubblica shines a well-deserved spotlight on its breathtaking beauty and rich gastronomical heritage
In a joint EU–Middle East mission, Greece delivered food supplies to Gaza by air, aiming to ease shortages and support civilians in the conflict-hit region
The captain of the Panagia Paravouniotissa faces lawsuits from passengers and remains in custody after the vessel ran aground off Evia, with claims for damages and official reports disputing his account of a steering failure.
Sailings from Piraeus, Lavrio and Rafina to the Cyclades and other islands have been halted until at least midday due to severe winds, with authorities also on high alert for wildfires across much of the country
According to reports, in his phone with Isaac Herzog, Kyriakos Mitsotakis underlined the need to free the hostages held by Hamas, something he also reiterated in a call with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu recently
Lena Samaras, 34, daughter of former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras, died suddenly after suffering two seizures. Politicians from across Greece have expressed deep condolences to the family
The listed zones include major port areas, stormwater outlets, and spots near wastewater treatment facilities.
A 41-year-old tourist suffered serious burns while four others sustained glass-related injuries after a gas canister exploded in a rented room in Asprovalta.
A preliminary investigation by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office is underway into €2.5 million in subsidies allegedly received by Greek politician Kalliopi Semertzidou and her family, with anti-money laundering authorities also involved in the probe
A total of 27 candidates participated in the 2025 examination cycle, attempting levels ranging from A1 (beginner) to C2 (mastery). All candidates successfully passed their respective exams, earning formal recognition of their Greek language skills.
The captain of the ship that ran aground off the coast of Nea Styra appeared before a prosecutor on Wednesday. Tugboats are working to dislodge the vessel.
A very high wildfire risk has been forecast for Thursday across six regions in Greece, including Attica, Crete, and parts of the Aegean. Authorities urge the public to avoid fire-prone activities as emergency services heighten readiness
The European Commission has already ordered Greece to forfeit nearly €400 million in funding for 2026 — over 20 percent of the direct payments it was due to receive. In response, the government pledged to shut down OPEKEPE by the end of 2026
A 33-year-old Greek mountaineer died on Mont Blanc’s perilous Grand Couloir, a deadly stretch notorious for frequent rockfalls and high fatality rates among climbers.