Culture news

Why Britain should want to return the Parthenon Marbles

As talks break down between Britain and Greece over the Parthenon Marbles, Evangelos Kyriakidis makes a moral argument instead of a legal one about why it's better to give than receive.

28/11/2023

United Kingdom

Diplomatic spat sees British PM snub Greek PM over Parthenon Marbles

The leaders had been due to meet on Tuesday to discuss the Israel-Hamas war, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the priceless antiquities which Athens wants back.

28/11/2023

Greece

Search continues for crew of sunken cargo ship in Greek waters

The Comoros-registered Raptor had a crew of 14. Only one survivor has been rescued so far.

27/11/2023

Destinations

Where are the best places in Europe to retire to right now?

A UK pension will go much further in these European countries.

23/11/2023

Earth News

Greek villagers consider relocation after flooding destroys homes

"We grew up here… it's our village," says one local farmer. "But safety comes first. You cannot live with this insecurity all the time."

17/11/2023

Business Planet

EU network helps Greek textiles firm push the boundaries of innovation

In partnership with The European Commission

In this episode of Business Planet, we speak to the co-founders of Pepper Vally, an innovative textiles company near Athens, which is reaping the rewards of an EU-funded support network helping SMEs step up to the next level and expand abroad.

07/11/2023

World News

Greece looks for affordable home solutions as property prices soar

One solution would be to free up hundreds of thousands of empty apartments in the capital, according to a government minister.

30/10/2023

Earth News

Greenpeace calls on Greece to end gas exploration

Greece's exploration for natural gas in the Aegean has led to concerns from Greenpeace that marine wildlife, such as dolphins and whales, will be under threat.

27/10/2023

Economy

Europe's central bank halts rate hikes for first time in over a year

The European Central Bank left its rates unchanged on Thursday, marking a pause in its restrictive monetary policy after 10 increases since July 2022.

26/10/2023

Destinations

Mykonos: I explored an alternative side of this Greek ‘party island’

Make your trip to Mykonos more sustainable by travelling in shoulder seasons like autumn instead and be rewarded with an experience of the real, wild side of the island.

21/10/2023

Greece

New video shows Greek Coast Guard's migrants pushbacks in the Aegean

A new video shared by a Norwegian-run nonprofit shows the Greek Coast Guard pushing back migrants in the Aegean Sea and letting them adrift close to Turkish waters.

16/10/2023

Culture news

Augmented reality brings ancient Greece back to life

The app, called "Chronos" for the Greek god of time, means to entice visitors to learn more about Greece's most popular archaeological site.

12/10/2023

Greece

Greece’s ruling New Democracy party dominates local elections

Greece's conservative New Democracy (ND) party won seven of its 13 regions in its local elections, and now it's hoping to take the other six.

09/10/2023

Greece

Greeks prepare to vote in local elections on Sunday

This summer's deadly floods and fires have highlighted to Greeks just how crucial it is to have efficient local authorities.

07/10/2023

Design

Greece's 2004 Olympic Stadium shut down over roof safety risk

The stadium designed to host the 2004 Athens Olympics has been temporarily closed over concerns that its roof is unsafe.

03/10/2023

Moments

Here's what happened when I turned my star sign into a travel agent

From whirlwind affairs to healing growth: How I use my star sign to choose where I travel.

01/10/2023

Earth News

‘80% of the city is without power’: Central Greece battered by storm

PM says Greece overshadowed by climate changed-caused disasters as Storm Elias hits.

29/09/2023

Earth News

Why is one of Europe’s oldest lakes receding?

One of Europe’s oldest lakes is shrinking - and it’s putting wildlife at risk of extinction.

14/09/2023

World News

The week in pictures: Tragedy in Morocco, success at the G20 summit & the Rugby World Cup kicks off

The best photos from across Europe this week.

10/09/2023

Greece

Relief efforts continue in Greece following deadly floods

Authorities are battling to save people trapped and affected by the extreme weather in large parts of the country.

09/09/2023