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Greek Airline to Operate Repatriation Flight Post-Morocco Earthquake
In response to the devastating earthquake in Morocco, Greek Airline Aegean will operate an emergency special flight for passenger repatriation.
The airline has swiftly organized an emergency flight from Marrakesh to Athens to facilitate the return of passengers affected by...
Greek News
Greece’s Koufonisia Islands Ban Water Recreational Activities
The Koufonisia Islands in Greece have imposed a comprehensive ban on all water recreational activities, with the exception of swimming, in order to ensure public safety and preserve the Aegean island's natural beauty.
Koufonisia is a set of 2 islands...
Greek News
A Magical Getaway to the Greek Island of Halki
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Halki island is a haven of peace and natural remedy for anxiety. Its emerald waters, its history and culture are unique features.
Greek News
Greece’s Mitsotakis Delivers ‘Message of Friendship’ to Turkey
New Democracy (ND) leader Kyriakos Mitsotakis expressed his desire to convey a “message of friendship” from Greece to Turkey during his visit to the Dodecanese island of Leros ahead of the June 25 elections.
Addressing a crowd of ND supporters...
Animals
World Environment Day: Plastic Pollution Threatens Marine Life in Greece
A recent study on the extent of plastic pollution in Greece found microplastic pollutants in all 25 marine animals examined.
The study conducted by the Archipelagos Institute for Marine Conservation was released prior to the World Environment Day marked on...
Environment
Mass Death of Sea Urchins in the East Med Threatens Ecosystems
Sea urchins in the Eastern Mediterranean have been dying off at an alarming rate due to a pathogen, a development that threatens the Turkish and Greek prized coral reef ecosystems, researchers announced Friday.
According to a report in Daily Sabah,...
Animals
The Deadliest Decade for Shark Attacks in Greece
When holidaying in Greece, few pause and think of the dangers that could be lurking below the idyllic Aegean waters, but an academic paper published last month has revealed new insights about the frequency of shark attacks in Greece.
The paper,...
Greek News
Greece and Turkey Cancel Military Exercises in the Aegean
In a further sign of a "thaw" in relations between Greece and Turkey, the two NATO allies have decided to cancel scheduled military exercises in the Aegean.
Turkish daily Hurriyet reports on Tuesday the Turkish Defense Ministry annulled the “Seawolf...
Greece
Five Natural Pools on the Greek Islands to Discover This Summer
For those heading to the Mediterranean this summer, there can be no better way to enjoy the glimmering azure waters than with a plunge into one of the many natural pools across the Greek islands.
These pools are typically formed...
Greek News
Greek Billionaire Family Orders Three Colossal Superyachts
A billionaire Greek family has ordered three massive 230 feet Admiral GC-Force 70 superyachts. The sale was announced by IYC and The Italian Seag Group (TISG).
Details on the deal itself are scant and the identity of the wealthy Greek...