Greece secures 8 billion euros from three new European funds

Greece is securing over 8 billion euros from three European funds: the Social Climate Fund, the Modernisation Fund and the Islands Decarbonisation Fund, which will finance, over the next seven years (2026–2032), various development initiatives,...

TUI to end Greece flights from Cork Airport as part of shake-up of Irish routes

The popular TUI summer service to Corfu from Cork will not be available next Summer as the airline and package holiday giant cuts back on its Irish operations. TUI will continue to offer seats on routes to Portugal, Barcelona/Reus and Lanzarote,...

Tesco brings Greece to your table with new Finest Greek Deli range

The new range features slow-cooked Greek inspired mains, colourful sharing salads, and delicious dips, all crafted to help customers create an elevated yet effortless feasting table at home. Featuring bespoke Greek inspired packaging, this...

Two men face charges over wildfires in northern Greece

NEWS File photo. [Konstantinos Anagnostou/Reuters] A 45-year-old man appeared before a Halkidiki court under summary proceedings, charged with negligent arson in connection with a large wildfire that broke out in a remote pine forest near...

Hundreds Evacuated As Greece Wildfire Rages On Crete

A wildfire fanned by gale-force winds on the southern Greek island of Crete has forced the evacuation of locals and tourists, officials said on Thursday. Greece is sweltering in a heatwave that is searing much of southern Europe. The country has...

Kimberly Guilfoyle Set for Senate Hearing as Trump’s Pick for U.S. Ambassador to Greece

Kimberly Guilfoyle, a close ally of President Donald J. Trump, is set to appear before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee on July 9, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., as part of her confirmation process to become the next U.S. Ambassador to Greece....

Wildfire Erupts in Southern Greece: Evacuations Ordered in Laconia

A wildfire broke out Thursday morning in the Archangelos area of Laconia, southern Greece, prompting an immediate emergency alert from authorities. The blaze, which is burning through forested land, led to the activation of Greece’s emergency...

Satellite Image Captures Massive Wildfire Smoke Over Greece

Three major wildfires have been raging across Greece over the past 24 hours, with thick smoke now visible from space. A satellite image released by Meteosat-12 clearly shows the extent of the smoke plumes drifting across large parts of Greece and...

Beachgoers look on as wildfires burn in Greece

Hundreds of people have been evacuated as major wildfires continue to burn out of control in parts of Greece. The fires, which have been fanned by gale-force winds, broke out on Wednesday afternoon, spread rapidly, threatening homes, tourist...

Heat wave cooks Europe as 1,000 flee wildfire on Greece's Crete

A wildfire on the Greek island of Crete forced the evacuation of more than 1,000 people and scorched forests and olive groves Thursday, as hundreds of firefighters battled the blaze in a region increasingly prone to destructive fires, officials...

Greece Introduces New Labor Bill Allowing 13-Hour Workdays

Greece’s government is moving forward with a controversial new labor bill that introduces sweeping reforms to working hours, hiring and dismissal processes, and the structure of employment contracts. The bill, expected to be approved today during...

Panic as wildfires spark evacuations at holiday hotspots in Turkey and Greece

Parts of Turkey and Greece are facing mass evacuation as wildfires sweep the region. Wildfires raged overnight in Izmir and the surrounding areas of Western Turkey, while in Crete, the eastern area of the island faced an outbreak of flames...

Wildfires erupt across Greece as heat wave intensifies

ATHENS, July 3 — Wildfires broke out across Greece on Wednesday as high temperatures and strong winds fueled dangerous conditions nationwide. On Crete, a major blaze near Ierapetra forced the evacuation of at least four coastal settlements,...

Greece, EU to press Libya on migrant crossings as Mediterranean numbers surge

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The European Union ’s commissioner for migration says Europe will take a “firm” approach with authorities in Libya following a spike in illegal migration across the Mediterranean. Commissioner Magnus Brunner plans to travel...

Hundreds evacuated as Greece wildfire rages on Crete

Technological Innovation: How are Greece and the UK Leading the Way?

From the EU’s pioneering AI Act to various tech conferences – such as the Global AI Summit, set to be held in Canada later this year – nations are coming together under the commitment to reap the benefits of digital transformation, while seeking...

Massive wildfire forces evacuations on Greece’s crete island

Greek firefighters are battling a fast-moving wildfire on the island of Crete, which erupted Wednesday and quickly spread due to strong winds. The fire burned forest areas, damaged homes, and forced evacuations in at least four settlements in the...

Ghost Farms and Dead Men: Greece’s Farm Scandal Uncovered

Reports suggest a deputy government minister requested a subsidy be paid to a deceased individual. Credit: Public Domain The farm scandal in Greece, involving allegations of widespread illegal agricultural subsidies, continues to unfold, revealing...

Greece, Spain and Italy amongst countries on 'health warning list' this summer

Greece, Italy and Spain are just a few of the Mediterranean countries that have been put on the 'warning list' by a health professional who has urged holiday-goers to check their destination before they fly Popular holiday destinations have been...

Greece’s Inflation Rises to 3.6% in June, Among Highest in EU

Inflation in Greece climbed to 3.6% in June, up from 3.3% in May, according to preliminary data released by Eurostat on Tuesday, July 1. The latest figure marks one of the highest inflation rates in the European Union, ranking fifth among member...