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Tinos: Greece's Hidden Gem of 800 Chapels

Escape the crowds of Mykonos and discover Tinos, the serene Cycladic island boasting over 800 chapels, stunning villages, and a burgeoning food scene, just a short ferry ride away.

California Wildfires: Altadena Evacuates as Blaze Rages

A ferocious wildfire, fuelled by fierce Santa Ana winds, is tearing through the foothills of Altadena, California, forcing mass evacuations and threatening hundreds of homes. Emergency crews battle the blaze amid extreme fire conditions.

Travel Writer's Secret Greek Island Beats Mykonos

A seasoned travel journalist uncovers Greece's best-kept secret for 2024 – a stunning, crowd-free island offering authentic charm, pristine beaches, and incredible value, making it the ultimate alternative to the crowded hotspots.

Greece's €1.6bn Fight Against Population Decline

The Greek government unveils a radical €1.6 billion relief package featuring baby bonuses, tax breaks, and housing support to tackle its severe demographic decline and ageing population.

Michele Bourdas Autopsy: Cause of Death Revealed

Exclusive details emerge about the tragic death of American tourist Michele Bourdas on the Greek island of Mathraki. The official autopsy report reveals the cause of death that left authorities baffled.

Climate Crisis Fuels Surge in Lightning Wildfires

Groundbreaking research confirms a direct and alarming link between global warming and a sharp increase in destructive wildfires ignited by lightning strikes across the Northern Hemisphere.

Discover Astypalea: Greece's Secret Island Paradise

Ditch the overcrowded hotspots! Our travel guide reveals Astypalea, a breathtaking butterfly-shaped Greek island with pristine beaches, authentic villages, and unspoiled charm that remains Greece's best-kept secret.

British Woman Dies on Sunbed During Greek Island Holiday

A British tourist's dream holiday on the Greek island of Skiathos ended in tragedy after she suddenly collapsed on a sunbed and died, sparking a major emergency response. The 44-year-old woman was pronounced dead despite frantic efforts to save her.

Tourist sent flying by easyJet engine blast in Greece

A British tourist on the Greek island of Zakynthos was dramatically blown off her feet by the powerful engine blast from an easyJet aircraft. The hilarious yet shocking incident, captured on video, shows the woman being sent tumbling towards the sea as sh

The Exalted Art of Greek Taverna Cooking

Join Tom Parker Bowles on a culinary pilgrimage to a humble Spetses taverna, where simple frying is transformed into a sublime art form and lunch becomes a lasting memory.

UK's Record Wildfire Crisis: 40% Surge in 2024

Exclusive data reveals the UK is on track for its worst wildfire year on record, with a 40% surge in incidents. Experts blame climate change, dry winters, and warn of a 'new normal' for British summers.

Jewish family thrown out of London restaurant over Gaza

A Jewish family was forcibly removed from a North London Greek restaurant following a dispute about the Israel-Hamas conflict. The incident, captured on video, has sparked outrage and accusations of antisemitism.

Europe's Brutal Wildfire Season Ignites Early

Southern Europe is on high alert as an early and aggressive wildfire season ignites, with Greece and Turkey battling fierce blazes exacerbated by extreme heat and strong winds, raising fears of a catastrophic summer.

Father admits mercy killing of disabled son

Emmanuel Haros, 44, pleads guilty to manslaughter after suffocating his severely disabled 7-year-old son in their Surrey home. The tragic case raises difficult questions about carer burden and mercy killings.

Greeks Priced Out of Their Own Summer Holidays

Soaring costs and aggressive foreign pricing strategies are forcing Greek residents to seek alternative destinations, creating a stark divide in the country's tourism market.

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