The Latest Breaking News from Greece

Storm Erminio lashes much of Greece as Saharan dust blankets Crete

South-east Italy also affected by heavy rain, and snow at higher altitudes, while deadly flooding hits Afghanistan

The Guardian - UK · Apr 3

Saharan dust storm turns Greek sky red as winds and flooding leave 1 person dead

A late winter rainstorm that lashed southern Greece over the last 24 hours turned the sky a surreal red, felled trees and resulted in the death of one man

The Independent UK · Apr 2

Could the Middle East conflict open the door to price controls? Here’s how it works in Greece

The US-Israel war with Iran has sent shockwaves through the global economy and predictions of COVID‑era inflation are becoming hard to ignore. In many countries, these pressures are already being felt, as households struggle to afford essentials.

The Conversation · Apr 2

Geography Fans, This One’s For You: Name 30 Countries From Their Spot On The Map

Can you recognize Portugal from just a tiny spot on the map? Let’s test that. In this round, you’ll travel across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, with 30 countries to recognize - from Greece and Norway to Kenya, Argentina, and New Zealand. Each question shows a world map with…

Bored Panda · Mar 30

I'm Treating My Kids and Grandkids to a Greek Cruise, But My Son Can't Go. Do I Owe Him a Check to Keep Things Fair?

I'm disappointed my son can't go to Greece with us, but we can't reschedule. I want him to feel we are treating him fairly.

Kiplinger · Mar 29

Iconic Greek singer Marinella dies aged 87

The singer, whose career has spanned over six decades, suffered a stroke during a performance at Athens' ancient Odeon theatre in 2024.

Euronews · Mar 28

Europe's farms are reeling from the Iran war. Regenerative farmers saw it coming

The Iran war has sent fertiliser prices soaring – but these farmers aren’t fazed.

Euronews · Mar 28

A world in bloom: Spring flowers unfold from Tokyo to Mexico, in photos

From soft peach to vivid pink and purple blooms, spring arrives in a burst of color across the Northern Hemisphere. In Washington, D.C. and Tokyo, streets and parks are awash in a sea of cherry blossoms. Across the plains of Greece’s largest peach-producing region, orchards unfurl like a pink veil…

The Independent UK · Mar 27

'Stunning and heavenly': Vast fields of pink peach blossom draw visitors to northern Greece

Tourists from all over Europe are flocking to Veroia to catch the spectacle.

Euronews · Mar 25

Why thousands of people travel to Greece every spring for peach blossoms

Blossoming trees unfold each spring across the plains of Veria, Greece

The Independent UK · Mar 24