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Ioannis Karagiorgas

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.

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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.

Green News

Greece unveils national plan to tackle worsening water scarcity

The Greek government presented its plan for the threat of water scarcity

Cyprus

Cyprus heatwave alert: Temperature set to rise to 41°C

The heatwave is expected to subside from Friday onwards.

Green News

Greek PM announces two national marine parks in Ionian and Aegean Seas

Beyond the environmental substance, the designation of marine parks has diplomatic implications

Greece

Hundreds of migrants reach Greek island of Crete amid rising smuggling

Greek Coast Guard rescued 74 migrants on Crete, part of hundreds of arrivals over the weekend, as traffickers shift to longer Mediterranean routes from North Africa.

Travel News

Greece introduces new €20 cruise tax for Mykonos and Santorini

Depending on the season and port, passengers will pay different disembarkation fees on Greek islands.

Green News

Athens' reservoirs are now very close to historic lows, study warns

The latest study shows that Athens' reservoirs are very close to historic lows, with a risk of water scarcity.

Health news

Greece wants to jail people for selling alcohol or tobacco to children

The law is wide-reaching. Here's what's in it.

Travel News

Corfu aims to attract wealthy tourists to avoid over-tourism

The famous Ionian island is investing in luxury accommodation and seeking tourists with "deep pockets".

Health news

Greek authorities on alert after man dies of rare tick-borne illness

A 72-year-old man in Greece died of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever, a viral illness that spreads through tick bites.

Health news

Greece introduces new tobacco rules to minimise risks to children

The Greek bill comes as other member states put pressure on the European Union to raise tobacco taxes.

Europe News

More than 100 Greek firefighters battle major wildfire on Chios island

Evacuations are underway on the Aegean island of Chios as wildfires continue to spread through the area for a second day.

Health news

Summer swimming: Most of Europe's waters safe to bathe in, report says

Some 95 per cent of coastal waters in Greece and Cyprus are safe for swimming, a new report has found.

Health news

Greek authorities step up information campaign to combat drownings

Almost 400 people drown in Greece's seas and swimming pools every year, with the absence of a lifeguard cited as one of the main causes.

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