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Ioannis Karagiorgas

Travel News

Germans, French and Italians chose Greece and increased their spending

Bank of Greece data on travel spending shows a significant increase compared to 2024

Travel News

Ryanair renews call for air traffic control reform after Athens delays

The low-cost airline denounced the delays in Athens and, for the second time this summer, attacked the Commission on the EU's Air Traffic Control system

Cyprus

Greek Cypriot who entered the north arrested on drugs charges

The case is being investigated by the Dhekelia bases police and a procedure to return the man's vehicle is under way under with the help of the UN.

Greece

Crete sees surge in migrant arrivals despite harsher aslyum policy

Greece's government suspended all asylum claims for migrants arriving by sea in July, a move it argued helped deter crossings that peaked in July at more than 2,500 in a single week.

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Travel News

Test flight in Corfu marks seaplane comeback in the Ionian Islands

The test was carried out smoothly and safely, offering stunning views of Corfu's coastline.

Travel News

Crete tops passenger traffic as Greek airports see 6.5% increase

Almost half a million more passengers moved through Greek airports in the first half of 2025

Greece

Greek police block protesters from approaching Israeli cruise ship

Last month, the Crown Iris left the Greek island of Syros early without its passengers disembarking after more than 150 protesters demonstrated at the island's port. There have been similar protests in Rhodes and Crete.

World News

Greek and Turkish Cypriots unite to restore cemeteries in Green Line

The €700,000 project involves work at 15 sites in the Green Line, the island's demilitarised zone.

Greece

Fresh Gaza war protest erupts in Greece as Israeli cruise ship docks

Riot police clashed with pro-Palestinian demonstrators in the port city of Volos, the latest protest against the Crown Iris ship and tourists from Israel.

Tech News

Greece prepares to launch its largest data centre yet

Greece is investing in the creation of large data centres amid a boom in demand across Europe and worldwide.

Business

Greece bans ATM withdrawal fees for banks across the country

The Greek Ministry of Finance has implemented new rules across the country banning withdrawal fees for bank ATMs.

Travel News

Greek ports halt island ferries amid gale-force winds

The port authorities are monitoring the updated weather reports and will give the "green light" for departures once conditions improve.

Markets

Euronext bids for the Greek stock exchange: Here's what it means

Euronext has offered to buy the Athens Stock Exchange. Here's what it means for Greek businesses and how it will help the Greek economy.

Travel News

US tourists shift to Europe’s local favourites for summer 2025

American travellers are turning to lesser-known European destinations in 2025, seeking authenticity and value.

Sport

World Athletics announces new DNA testing rules for women athletes

From 1 September, only those athletes who have passed the SRY gene test will be allowed to participate in women's competitions organised by World Athletics.

Health news

Greece cuts emergency care waiting times by using QR codes for triage

According to Greece's health ministry, waiting times for emergency care have been significantly reduced through a new triage system.

Business

Greek government cautious on new EU-US trade deal reached with Trump

Greek finance minister and other trade officials share their thoughts on the tariff agreement reached between US President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Greece

Police and protesters scuffle as Israeli cruise ship visits Rhodes

Anti-war activists had called for demonstrations on the island during a scheduled stop by the Israeli cruise ship, the Crown Iris, which was reportedly carrying more than 600 tourists.

Cyprus

Extent of damage from Cyprus wildfires clearer, officials say

Mourning for an elderly couple who were killed as the gird operator works to restore electricity in affected areas.

Green News

Greece hit by extreme heat stress and 'critical' wildfire risk

The meteorological service announced that Thursday and Friday are the most difficult days due to the heat stress from persistent high temperatures.

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