Air travel data shows a sharp rise in autumn arrivals, with destinations like Crete, Rhodes, and Athens staying busy well into November thanks to strong demand from the US, UK, Germany, and Israel

Dozens of passengers were stranded for hours on a historic railway line in the Peloponnese after a train broke down in a remote mountain area. Fire services and Hellenic Train organized a rescue operation

Athens told the United Nations that Libya’s objections to Greek offshore exploration south of Crete are legally baseless, stressing its rights under international law

GATCA will stop work for 4 hours as part of a 24-hour strike declared on that day by the largest civil servants’ union, the Supreme Administration of Greek Civil Servants Trade Unions ADEDY.

Monday will bring sunshine across most of Greece, with afternoon showers limited to the mainland mountains. Temperatures remain near seasonal averages, while northerly winds in the Aegean may reach up to 6 Beaufort.

A new study warns of decades of demographic decline, with shrinking birth rates, an aging society, youth emigration, and housing pressures driving the trend

Once reliant on imports, China is rapidly expanding olive cultivation and brands, raising concerns that Greek olive oil could lose ground in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets

Temperatures will dip slightly this weekend with scattered showers and storms in the north, before a new heatwave is expected to hit in early September

A 40-year-old man accused of fatally stabbing his wife in front of their children remains missing, with police investigating whether he may have taken his own life

Once seen as an affordable daily treat, coffee has become a rising expense for Greek households, with forecasts warning of further price hikes in cafés, supermarkets, and even at home

Saturday will bring mostly sunny weather across Greece with a drop in temperatures. Some afternoon showers may develop in the northern mountains, while African dust may affect the south

A sweeping labor reform set for parliament in September introduces extended daily shifts, flexible schedules, and new rules for collective bargaining, sparking debate between workers and employers

More than 47,000 retired military beneficiaries will receive back payments covering January 2021 to March 2023, with authorities outlining how the sums must be declared for tax purposes

The government will accelerate the issuance of professional and producer licenses to strengthen local markets, promising more competition, options for consumers, and new opportunities for vendors

A 54-year-old woodcutter was seriously injured in a forest near Metsovo after being pinned by a beech tree trunk, prompting a major rescue operation

Greece reported fewer international arrivals in May and June 2025, but travel revenues climbed sharply, fueled by higher spending per visitor

Residents affected by recent wildfires must submit their documents by September 1 to access compensation, housing support and tax relief, as authorities fast-track inspections and recovery measures

Authorities warn of very high fire danger on Friday, urging residents and visitors to avoid outdoor activities that could spark blazes as emergency services increase patrols and readiness

Friday will bring clear skies across Greece with very high temperatures in several regions. Local showers may occur in the west, while African dust is expected to affect parts of the Peloponnese, Central Greece, and Crete.

Minister Olga Kefalogianni and Ambassador Ju-seong Lim discuss increasing tourist flows, direct flights, and new investments.