Greece rewards travelers willing to look past the classic postcard. With more than 6,000 islands and islets (only about 200 inhabited) and a mainland packed with ruins, gorges, and fortress towns, the country offers far more than Santorini sunsets and Mykonos beach clubs. The famous names still deliver, but several quieter destinations match their beauty …
An air defense system operated by Greek military personnel in Saudi Arabia intercepted a drone launched from Yemen on Saturday, Greek authorities said. Source link
Lonely Planet Italia has placed Samos at the top of its recommendations for travellers who want nature, history, beaches and genuine island life without the crush that defines Greece’s most heavily marketed destinations. The article, titled “Less crowded Greek islands for summer 2026: where to go beyond the usual destinations”, is not a scored ranking. …
Greece is seeing its most intense West Nile virus activity in the Attica region this year, health officials say. Source link
Unsettled weather continues across Greece this Saturday, 25 July. Strong thunderstorms, squalls and a fresh temperature drop are affecting mainly eastern mainland areas and the Aegean Sea, with northerly winds reaching 7 Beaufort. The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) has issued warnings for heavy rain, frequent lightning and possible local hail. Some regions remain at …
With fuel prices near €2 per liter and the wholesale price of electricity recording an increase of 24% in July compared to June, the government is faced with a new double front of price increases in fuel and electricity Source link
A Greek Patriot air-defence battery deployed in Saudi Arabia successfully shot down two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen on Saturday morning. The interception occurred at 07:15 Greek time. Military sources confirmed that the missiles were aimed at a major oil refinery complex in the Yanbu area, where the Greek unit is stationed. The Greek Patriot …
A Greek Patriot missile battery deployed in Saudi Arabia has intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired from Yemen, Greece’s military command has announced. Source link
Family, friends, fellow artists and admirers gathered in Athens to bid a final farewell to Mary Linda, one of Greece’s most celebrated singers, following her death at the age of 91. The funeral service took place at 10:00am at the Church of Saint Andrew, located within the Athens Nursing Home, where the legendary performer had …
Turkish opposition leader Ozgur Ozel and 90 other breakaway lawmakers launched a new political party on Friday, seeking to regroup to challenge President Tayyip Erdogan after their former party faced an unprecedented legal crackdown. Source link