Jet2holidays introduces beach wedding packages in Cyprus starting summer 2026, offering romantic ceremonies at stunning coastal venues like Ammos Beach and Aphrodite’s Rock through its Jet2Weddings service.
Emma Raducanu beat Naomi Osaka 6-4, 6-2 to reach the Washington Open quarter-finals, where she’ll face Maria Sakkari, who defeated Emma Navarro. Raducanu also advanced in doubles, while Venus Williams’ comeback ended against Magdalena Frech.
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Twenty-two countries, including Australia, France, and the UK, demanded Israel fully restore humanitarian aid to Gaza, citing famine conditions. Greece was notably absent from the signatories. The UN reported only nine aid trucks entered Gaza, a “drop in the ocean” amid the crisis.
A widespread boycott of Turkey, fueled by India’s outrage over Ankara’s support for Pakistan in the Kashmir conflict, is disrupting tourism, trade, and education ties. Social media campaigns and public sentiment have led to a 60% drop in tourist bookings, canceled academic agreements, and rejected Turkish goods, with diplomatic tensions expected to persist.
Russia detained the Greek-owned, Liberia-flagged oil tanker *Green Admire* in the Baltic Sea after it left Estonia’s Sillamae port, the Estonian Foreign Ministry reported. The tanker, carrying shale oil to Rotterdam, was navigating a designated channel through Russian waters when intercepted, prompting Estonia to alert NATO allies.
Australian actress Claudia Karvan breaks down while uncovering tragic family secrets in the latest season of SBS’s Who Do You Think You Are?, tracing her paternal roots to England and Cyprus and maternal ancestry to New Zealand.
On May 6, 2025, Greece’s Coast Guard rescued 158 undocumented migrants south of Gavdos, a small island off Crete. The operation, involving three boats, utilized Coast Guard vessels, a Frontex drone, and two foreign-flagged ships, with all migrants safely transferred to Gavdos port.
India launched airstrikes in Pakistan-administered regions, with explosions reported in Muzaffarabad. Flights are diverting due to missile attacks along the Line of Control, escalating fears of conflict.
Eurovision has banned LGBT+ and non-national flags, including those for Palestine and Ukraine, from official venues, allowing only one performer’s national flag provided by Swiss broadcaster SRG SSR. Audience sectors remain exempt, but violations may face consequences, as organizers aim to focus on artists and songs, aligning with major sporting event policies.
Greece’s justice system is probing alleged links between NGOs and migrant smuggling networks in the northern Aegean, Shipping Minister Vassilis Kikilias announced. Coast guard evidence suggests some NGOs may be illegally aiding smugglers, with sanctions to follow if proven. Kikilias emphasized respect for Greek laws and praised the coast guard’s border protection efforts.
Amazon Prime Video’s House of David has been renewed for Season 2, with filming underway in Greece as of Easter weekend 2025, following Season 1’s success with 22 million viewers. The biblical epic, charting King David’s rise, will see Michael Iskander return as David, facing Eshbaal’s schemes and Queen Ahinoam’s resistance. Production hints at a 2026 premiere, promising more faith-driven drama and high-stakes conflict.
On April 24, 1915, the Ottoman authorities arrested 250 Armenian intellectuals and community leaders in Constantinople, marking the start of the Armenian Genocide. Deported to Chankri and Ayash, most were later killed. This date is commemorated annually as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated Hapoel Tel Aviv’s basketball team on their Eurocup win, praising their success as a symbol of Israel-Greece collaboration and national resilience in challenging times.
Westpac CEO Anthony Miller issued a public apology after the bank froze a customer’s accounts, blocking a $30,000 Bitcoin transfer to CoinSpot.
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U.S. President Donald Trump expressed appreciation for Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ comments on a potential EU-U.S. trade deal, stating
Paris has granted honorary citizenship to Ekrem İmamoğlu, the jailed Mayor of Istanbul, in a move signaling solidarity amid his detention on “terrorism” and “corruption” charges. Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo condemned the obstruction of İmamoğlu’s political role, calling for his release as European leaders amplify pressure on Turkey to uphold democratic standards.
On April 6, 1896, the Olympic Games were reborn in Athens, 1,500 years after Roman Emperor Theodosius I banned them in 393 A.D. to curb pagan traditions. At the opening ceremony, King Georgios I of Greece and 60,000 spectators welcomed athletes from 13 nations to the Panathenaic Stadium. The ancient Olympics, first recorded in 776 B.C. at Olympia during a festival honoring Zeus, had thrived for over a millennium, expanding from foot races to include wrestling, chariot racing, and the pentathlon, before their suppression under Roman rule.
Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan expresses Turkey’s desire to avoid confrontation with Israel in Syria and suggests that any agreements between the new Damascus administration and Israel are their own matter. He also anticipates that Trump will address U.S. sanctions over Turkey’s S-400 purchase, calling it “an anomaly” to be corrected.
The Israeli Air Force joins Greece’s annual Iniochos aerial exercise alongside Qatar and 10 other nations, deploying a Gulfstream G550 spy plane. The drill, which began on March 31 and runs through April 11, features joint air combat simulations and operational coordination, with Qatar contributing F-15 jets and the UAE bringing Mirage 2000 aircraft.
While filming Odyssey in Messinia, Matt Damon discovered a traditional Greek dish that stole his heart: fava (yellow split pea puree). After savoring the dish at a local restaurant in Gialova, he was so impressed that he asked for the recipe. Now, you can recreate the Hollywood star’s favorite Greek dish at home with this easy recipe!
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The Greek government is enforcing new regulations from 2025 to halt the sale of olive oil tins without official receipts, aiming to curb tax evasion and enhance market standardization. Producers will face fines up to 5,000 euros for non-compliance, with measures including mandatory digital documentation and inspections at olive mills. These changes target the informal distribution of 17-kilogram tins, promoting transparency and accountability in the olive oil supply chain.
Starting from the new year, Italy will introduce a novel 7-euro coin, valued at 7.50 euros. This limited edition coin, with a circulation of only 25,000 pieces, is expected to appeal to collectors and potentially serve as a valuable investment due to its unique cultural significance and rarity.
A tragic incident in Kythira has shocked the local community as a community president took his own life following a dispute over a road project. The conflict, which stemmed from a road expansion in a coastal village, led to a formal complaint and subsequent legal investigation, placing immense pressure on the late president. The community is now seeking clarity and accountability as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking event.
Australia has rung the changes for the Boxing Day Test against India, dropping struggling opener Nathan McSweeney and handing a maiden call-up to 19-year-old Sam Konstas. Fast bowler Jhye Richardson also returns to the squad as the hosts seek a spark after a difficult start to the series.
