Switching Off to Speak Up: Earth Hour Highlights the Urgent Fight for Our Planet.

The 34-year-old local man was diving at the spot with a partner - as is standard scuba protocol - just off the "Limanakia" (little harbors) site in coastal southeast Athens, when he failed to return to the surface

Six decades after Neil Armstrong narrowly averted disaster during the Gemini 8 mission, a collection of never-before-published photographs documenting his return have been given to the Ohio museum named in his honor

The passages read so far suggest that, contrary to claims made by some archaeologists, the works of the Roman astronomer Claudius Ptolemy (AD 100–170) were original rather than simple copies of Hipparchus’s findings.

As the war between Iran and the US-Israeli coalition has entered its fourth week, with both sides now targeting critical energy facilities, many fear this phase could further exacerbate the rate at which fuel costs across the globe are rising. Greek consumers are already feeling a pinch in their pockets at the pump due to […]

The analysis of seven million cells from 21 organs led to the creation of an extremely detailed atlas, revealing that aging is a synchronized process that begins as early as the third decade of life and shows differences between sexes.

Worldwide breast cancer cases are increasing, with deaths and disability expected to rise sharply by 2050, highlighting urgent gaps in healthcare systems and the need for preventive measures.

Two new programs empower patients to navigate digital healthcare tools, understand their rights, and participate in decision-making in Greece and across Europe

Research comparing cognitive test results across countries ranks Greece 54th globally, highlighting the role of education, health and economic conditions.

Migration Minister Thanos Plevris confirmed the government is reviewing rules on full-face religious garments, citing European court guidance and potential security concerns

A new European study reveals most women with migraines remain underdiagnosed and without tailored care, with hormonal cycles often unaddressed despite being a key trigger for severe episodes

Experts highlight the importance of early HPV vaccination from age 9 and modern screening tests to prevent multiple cancers, stressing that adults up to 45 can also benefit from protection

A new study forecasts a sharp rise in breast cancer cases and deaths worldwide, highlighting disparities between high- and low-income countries and emphasizing prevention and early detection as key strategies

New data shows Greece still ranks among Europe’s heaviest-smoking nations, even as traditional cigarette use declines and attitudes shift toward alternative nicotine products.

Researchers cite specific Caretta caretta sea turtle's longevity record for picturesque Kyparissia Bay habitat

A new study highlights three existing drugs—including Viagra, riluzole, and the shingles vaccine—as potential treatments for Alzheimer’s, paving the way for faster, safer therapies through drug repurposing

TO BHMA International Edition speaks with volcanologist George Vougioukalakis about why visitors remember Santorini’s sunsets, wine, and views but little about the volcano that created it all.

The Santorini earthquake swarms rocked the picturesque Greek island in the Aegean Sea, some measuring up to 5.0 on the Richter scale.

A large study of over 130,000 people suggests that moderate daily caffeine intake—2–3 cups of coffee or 1–2 cups of tea—may protect cognitive function and reduce the risk of developing dementia later in life

In Greece in 2026, the picture remains complex: significant steps forward coexist with chronic systemic flaws, inequalities in access, and institutional failures that continue to burden patients