The Sierra Leone-flagged cargo ship “MN Kostas,” stranded since July near Sitia, Crete, has been declared a wreck and will be removed.

The tremor was pinpointed at 24 kilometers southwest of the Paleochora site on the southwest coast of Crete

Greek authorities have issued a high wildfire alert for parts of the Aegean and Crete on Wednesday, urging residents and visitors to remain vigilant and avoid any outdoor activities that could spark fires. Fire services are on heightened standby

A mother of three in Crete says a taxi driver abandoned her family to pick up tourists, leaving them stranded in a dark, isolated area. She has recorded the taxi plate number and is pursuing legal action

The tremor’s epicenter was located eight kilometers southwest of the Falasarna site, and with a focal depth measured at five kilometers

An off-duty lifeguard saved five young people from drowning at a beach in Chania, Crete, after they entered the water despite red-flag warnings and strong currents. Two were hospitalized but are out of danger

Police in Chania staged a sting operation after the tourists allegedly demanded €700 from villa owners, threatening bad reviews

A woman was lightly injured after being bitten by a sea turtle while swimming in shallow waters at Marathi beach, a family-friendly spot in Chania, Crete

The firefighting workforce is seriously understaffed and aging, with an average age close to 48 years and some firefighters aged between 67 and 70

Libya also objects to Greece’s April 17, 2025 declaration of an EEZ in the Ionian Sea, published under official government decree (No. 59). According to Libya, the southern boundary of this zone is violating Libya’s continental shelf rights

According to local news outlet Kriti360, beachgoers and the on-duty lifeguard quickly noticed the man struggling in the water, who possibly entered the sea without knowing how to swim

The death of a worker in Heraklion is the second fatal workplace accident reported within 48 hours

Two hikers were rescued in Crete and Samothrace after getting lost. A 21-year-old French tourist was found in Agia Roumeli, while another man was located in the Kleidosi Fonias area. Both were safely retrieved by emergency crews and are in good health

Nearly two decades after Steven Cook vanished on holiday in Crete, a new confession has revived the case and could finally deliver answers to his grieving family.

Visitors can engage directly through live demonstrations, including the ceremonial “hanging of the warp,” hands-on weaving sessions, and advanced masterclasses led by skilled artisans.

Greek destinations also feature prominently further down the top ten, with the Ionian islands of Lefkada in ninth place (+189%) and Zakynthos in tenth (+175%).

Anthony Grant, who pens the article, presents his experience visiting the Azorias archaeological site, which hosts the iconic Monumental Olive Tree.

The protest began peacefully but escalated after police used tear gas, as demonstrators condemned global silence on the Gaza war.

Despite over an hour of CPR and medical efforts, the child could not be revived, leaving the community in shock and sorrow

The airport will cover an area of 6,030 acres and is expected to accommodate 10 million passengers annually from the moment it becomes operational.