Heavy rains and storms are expected through Sunday evening in western Greece, with Civil Protection urging residents to take precautionary measures

The Ionian and southern Cyclades regions — selected for the new parks — are known for their rich marine biodiversity and cultural significance

Earlier today, a minor earthquake measuring 4 on the Richter scale was recorded near the island of Kefalonia

Magic and Co. spent the July Fourth week aboard the "Whisper", a 95.2-metre-long super-yacht owned by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt

Chevron and HELLENiQ ENERGY have already shown interest

Nikos Dendias: Greece exercised its rights in the Ionian Sea under UNCLOS provisions

The sailboats were damaged near Paxos from a foul weather front that hit Greece on Monday and lingers over several of the country's regions even today

A range of sea vessels took part, including Frigates (CFC), Fast Boats (CFS), Patrol Boats (CPB), Helicopters (HEL) from the Naval Aviation Command (NAC), as well as aircraft from the Air Force

By all accounts, such drilling will focus on exploitable natural gas deposits in Greek waters