Attica, Boeotia, Evia, Argolida, Corinthia and parts of six other regions have been placed at high risk of wildfire for Tuesday, Aug. 18, as authorities urge caution.
Seabed mapping, a French-backed financing push and unresolved questions from Nicosia stand between the Greece-Cyprus power link and its next construction phase, with Turkey's response still an open question
With polls pointing to a shrinking majority, ministers and newcomers alike are jockeying hard for winnable spots on the ballot in Athens and Thessaloniki ahead of an expected spring vote
Municipal crews in Polygyros removed 100 permanently installed umbrellas and loungers from Gerakini beach to restore public access, but some were put back just hours later
Tennis Star Kyrgios Suspended After Testing Positive For Cocaine
Man Arrested Over Car Arson in Greece, 9 Cases Probed
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Seabed mapping, a French-backed financing push and unresolved questions from Nicosia stand between the Greece-Cyprus power link and its next construction phase, with Turkey's response still an open question
With polls pointing to a shrinking majority, ministers and newcomers alike are jockeying hard for winnable spots on the ballot in Athens and Thessaloniki ahead of an expected spring vote
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Renewed interest in atomic energy and AI mania are colliding at the Idaho National Lab
Comporta, Portugal’s chicest beach destination, is no longer a secret. Its magic is that it still feels like one
The spectacular implosions of big deals over suspected AI use are forcing a reckoning over creativity, trust and the future of the industry
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ATHENS IN AUGUST
Beyond its famous sunsets and whitewashed villages, Santorini reveals its volcanic origins through dramatic landscapes, distinctive architecture, local flavors and experiences that photographs can never fully capture
Visitors can explore the legendary opera singer’s life, career and legacy through exhibits, videos, rare audio recordings and personal objects
As Athenians head out of the capital for the August 15 holiday, visitors fill the Acropolis and historic center, discovering a quieter side of the city at the height of summer.
Seventy percent of Greece’s reported cases are in Attica, while nine deaths have been recorded so far this year. Health officials warn mosquito activity could sustain transmission through October, with older and vulnerable people at greatest risk.
From the rugged Mani Peninsula to the mountain villages of Zagori and the winding roads of Crete and Naxos, these five routes showcase Greece beyond its famous beaches.
Visiting Athens in August? Find out why shops close, what stays open, and what you need to know about the August 15 holiday
The capital of Andros, known as Chora, stands out even within the Cyclades for its neoclassical mansions.
Parnassos reveals its autumn charm as Amfikleia–Elateia launches a new campaign promoting authentic rural experiences to Greek and international visitors.
Three of Kefalonia’s oldest churches trace centuries of Greek religious art, from Byzantine frescoes to the Western-influenced Ionian School, surviving earthquakes, shifting empires and the passage of time
Stefan Bruggemann talks to BHMAgazino about "Cel d'or," his exhibit inspired by Ibiza's singular light
The Mexican artist draws inspiration from the unique light of Ibiza, presenting works in "Cel d'or" that explore matter, language and perception
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Fresh, elegant, and bursting with bright Mediterranean flavors, this Sea Bass Carpaccio pairs delicate slices of raw sea bass with zesty lime, sweet tomato, and a hint of chili. Light, refreshing, and surprisingly easy to prepare, it's the perfect appetizer for warm-weather dining or an impressive starter for a special meal
From flaky cheese pies and seaside calamari to sunset cocktails, open-air cinema and gelato beneath the Acropolis, this is a delicious route through the Athens locals love—best explored in the slow, carefree days of August
In the village of Mesi Potamia, chef Yiannis Economou cooks the traditional dishes he grew up with, turning family memories, local produce and Naxos’ culinary heritage into a deeply personal dining experience
This August, forget the air fryer for a while and master the art of the real frying pan. From potatoes and summer vegetables to seafood, here is how to get that golden, irresistible crust every time
On Aug. 17, 1951, 16-year-old Vanda Pierri was killed while swimming off Mon Repos, in a rare shark attack that would remain etched in Corfu’s collective memory for decades
In August 1996, two young Greek Cypriots were murdered in the UN buffer zone by Turkish paramilitaries. The killings, caught on camera, exposed the violence of Cyprus’s division and the shadowy network of the far-right Grey Wolves
For over 1,500 years, the Lighthouse of Alexandria lit the Mediterranean and stood as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World—until nature and time reduced it to rubble, leaving only legends and a fortress in its place
In the European context, the current status quo, both in terms of domestic governance and international relations, appears to be undergoing a period of instability and readjustment, reflecting a broader transformation in the way politics unfolds.
Purpose demands discipline. And nothing builds purpose like service, especially when that service is to your country
The strait carries between 35% and 43% of the world’s seaborne urea and nearly half its traded sulphur, the backbone of the phosphate fertiliser chain.
Visitors can explore the legendary opera singer’s life, career and legacy through exhibits, videos, rare audio recordings and personal objects
Here are 10 restaurants and tavernas near Attica’s beaches where you can go straight from the sea for great food, cocktails and a spectacular sunset
From immersive space shows to interactive science exhibits, the Athens Planetarium offers educational experiences for children and families through August 2026
Politics
Who’s Running Where: New Democracy’s Candidate Wars
Government Blames Agency as Private University Crisis Grows
Greece Rejects Turkey’s Claims Over New Marine Parks
Society
Halkidiki Faces Water Shortages Amid Summer Tourist Surge
Greek Retail Sales Rise 11% Above Pre-Pandemic Levels
Turkish National Found Dead on Sailboat in Salamina
Travel
Santorini: The Island Born From Fire That Still Mesmerizes
Tourists Take Over Athens as Locals Leave for August
Two Cretan Beaches in World’s Top Five by Tripadvisor Users
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