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West Nile virus: 290 cases and 24 deaths in Greece — Cyprus calls for calm
Pressure on Greek hospitals remains high. In Cyprus, figures still stand at four confirmed West Nile virus cases, with two more under investigation.
Israel signs €3 billion arms export deal with Greece, defence ministry says
In a statement, the Greek Defence Ministry said the multi-billion euro purchase was part of "the greatest reform of its armed forces in its history."
Greek parents brace for back-to-school spending season
Footfall in bookshops and school supply stores is already rising, as parents search for notebooks, stationery, art materials and the rest of the gear pupils will need.
Thessaloniki counters visual vandalism with colourful graffiti in Ano Poli
Colours, flowers and Japanese-inspired motifs are appearing on homes in the historic neighbourhood, transforming the streetscape and drawing in locals and tourists.
Foreign visitors boost Greek tourism in June – domestic demand is in decline
According to provisional data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority, 5.58 million arrivals and 24.06 million overnight stays were recorded in tourist lodgings in June 2026.
Greek air traffic controllers pushed to limit by tourism boom
A surge in flights, staff shortages and ageing infrastructure are increasing pressure on controllers as Greece races to modernise its aviation network.
Greece's tourist numbers have risen in 2026, but visitors are spending less
The picture for the first half of 2026 is positive, with Greece drawing more tourists and higher travel income.
West Nile virus: spread rises again in Greece as authorities stay on alert
Particular emphasis is placed on tackling mosquitoes, with targeted spraying in areas where their populations are found in higher concentrations.
How Cyprus became one of Europe's biggest video game hubs
A small Mediterranean island now ranks among Europe's top 10 gaming markets by revenue — and third in the world for mobile downloads, behind only China and Vietnam.
Assumption Day: Greece prepares to celebrate its summer 'Easter' this weekend
The 15th of August is one of the most important religious festivals in the Orthodox church and a day when traditions revive and endure across Greece.
Athens' former airport is transforming into one of Europe's largest urban green spaces
Among the world's most ambitious regeneration projects, The Ellinikon is set to be Europe's largest coastal urban park.
West Nile virus surge in Greece with Attica at the epicentre
Greek authorities are concerned over the West Nile virus surge in the country, with 45 new locally transmitted infections reported last week.
Children's safety at sea and in pools: 10 rules that can save a life
Doctors and the Red Cross issue practical advice to help swimmers stay safe in the water this summer.
Ithaca expects tourism surge after the release of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey blockbuster
Next tourist season, the small island in the Ionian is expected to feature on the travel lists of thousands of tourists arriving from abroad.
Household incomes plunge in Greece, Austria despite overall OECD growth
New OECD data shows a widening gap between economic growth and household prosperity, with Greece and Austria bearing the sharpest falls in real income.
Major drop in pollution: How the 'Typhoon Project' is transforming Greece's beaches
Volunteers have helped transformed coastal areas across a slew of popular Greek islands.
EU prosecutor charges four Greek MPs in agricultural subsidy fraud scandal
In total, charges were brought against 22 defendants, while proceedings against seven serving MPs were shelved for lack of sufficient evidence.