Health authorities have approved emergency mosquito control measures in several regions after a sharp increase in West Nile virus infections, while urging residents nationwide to protect themselves from mosquito bites.

A University of the Aegean analysis using satellite data found that the blaze destroyed olive groves, pine forest and shrubland, with most of the affected area consisting of olive trees.

The new Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Benghazi will operate under the EU's Operation IRINI with Italian and Maltese funding. The move comes as migrant departures from eastern Libya continue to rise despite concerns from rights groups

Fire investigators concluded that sparks from swaying medium-voltage power lines likely ignited the deadly wildfire in Crete, prompting the arrest of the local power grid operations manager.

Despite decades of gains in education and leadership, new research suggests women's advancement in the workplace is slowing, with widening pay gaps, declining workforce participation among mothers and reduced interest in climbing the corporate ladder

Hundreds of firefighters remain locked in a battle against a major wildfire in southern Crete, where powerful winds continue to fuel flare-ups and prevent aerial firefighting operations. Authorities remain on high alert as fires persist on Paros and new blazes break out in western Greece.

Experts warn that increasingly intense wildfires fueled by climate change are creating their own weather, overwhelming firefighting resources and demanding a greater focus on prevention and preparedness.

PM says time favors his government, expects to outperform current poll numbers before 2027 vote

No ships will leave Rafina for the Cyclades except those that had already sailed before the ban took effect Thursday afternoon

The wildfire on Crete continues to burn out of control as dangerous winds fuel new outbreaks. Much of the iconic Preveli Palm Forest has gone up in flames

A fisherman who helped evacuate about 30 people trapped by a wildfire on Crete's southern coast described hurricane-force winds, exploding gas cylinders and desperate rescue efforts, saying he hopes he never experiences anything like it again.

Greece's prime minister paid tribute to three firefighters killed battling wildfires, highlighted efforts to strengthen the country's response to the climate crisis, and urged continued vigilance as dangerous fire conditions persist.

The Ancient Agora of Athens has unveiled restored historic routes and improved accessibility, offering visitors a clearer view of its monuments and urban history.

Athens says the UN secretary-general's commitment to a UN-led peace process and plans for an informal expanded meeting offer momentum toward restarting negotiations on the Cyprus issue.

Tributes are pouring in for a 27-year-old fire officer found dead near a wildfire in Gythio, while funerals are being held today for two firefighters who died battling a blaze on the island of Crete

Patient advocates warn that poor adherence to prescribed treatments is contributing to preventable deaths, hospitalizations and rising healthcare costs, while a new digital reminder tool aims to help patients stay on track with their medication.

Greek authorities have detained four people, including the mayor of Paros, as investigators examine the circumstances surrounding the wildfire that broke out on the island while firefighters continue monitoring scattered hotspots

Three firefighters died and three others were injured as major wildfires continued to burn across Greece, with authorities warning that extreme fire danger will persist into Thursday.

The wildfire, which broke out earlier in the day, continued to burn out of control, prompting a large-scale emergency response on land & sea.