Evia

Boris Johnson’s son treated at Greek hospital

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson found himself praising the Greek healthcare system after his 6-year-old son required treatment at…

26 August 2024

Rare Juvenile Great White Shark Caught in Southern Evia Waters

A fisherman in Porto Lafia, southern Evia, made a rare discovery when he found a juvenile great white shark tangled…

24 August 2024

Firefighters battled 44 wildfires across Greece in the last 24 hours

The Hellenic Fire Service battled 44 wildfires across Greece in the last 24 hours. 15 of the fires were particularly…

19 August 2024

Very High Fire Risk (Category 4) for Multiple Regions Across Greece on Friday

A very high fire risk alert has been issued for Friday, August 16, across several regions in Greece, including the…

16 August 2024

Extreme Fire Risk Declared in Multiple Regions Across Greece

Greece faces extreme fire danger in several regions, including Attica and parts of Central Greece and the Peloponnese, due to…

12 August 2024

Over 60 Wildfires Break Out Across Greece on Sunday

On Sunday, Greece was hit by over 60 wildfires, with 45 igniting in the afternoon alone due to intense lightning…

5 August 2024

Wildfire Raging on Evia: Evacuations and Wind Turbine Explosion

A wildfire in southern Evia has forced the evacuation of villages and caused a wind turbine explosion, endangering firefighters and…

30 July 2024

Wildfire Rages in Greece, Village Evacuated on Syros Island

Blazing temperatures and wildfires scorch Greece. Firefighters fight dozens of infernos as Syros island village evacuates and Evia faces another…

17 July 2024

From Wheelchair to Catwalk: Paula Argys' Miraculous Journey to Australian Fashion Week

Six years ago, Paula Argy (Argyropoulos) was confined to a wheelchair, grappling with the debilitating effects of Parkinson's Disease. Fast…

12 July 2024

Nearly 80,000 Greeks Utilised Discounted Vacation Vouchers in June

Nearly 80,000 Greeks utilized the "Social Tourism" program vouchers in June, with top destinations including Evia, Halkidiki, and Pieria. The…

6 July 2024

Greece Weather Alert: Heavy Rains and Thunderstorms Expected

Unstable air masses from the northwestern Balkans will bring heavy rains and thunderstorms to central and northern Greece from tomorrow…

2 July 2024

Juvenile Driver Arrested for Fatal Road Accident in Evia

A 17-year-old driver was arrested for manslaughter after a fatal collision with a 16-year-old motorcyclist in Evia. The juvenile's mother…

27 June 2024

Greece Battles Escalating Wildfires, Orders More Evacuations

Greek authorities have issued new evacuation orders as wildfires intensify on the island of Evia and in Nafpaktos in central…

26 June 2024

Be Extremely Cautious! High Fire Danger Predicted for Attica and Evia This Sunday

Sunday Faces Very High Fire Danger in Attica and Evia

23 June 2024

Greece Braces for Extreme Fire Risk with Red Alert in Attica Today

Greece faces an extreme fire risk with Attica on red alert for the first time in June, expecting 40°C temperatures…

21 June 2024

4 restaurants for excellent food in Chalkida

Four restaurants to enjoy meat, fish and Italian dishes near the still waters of Evripos in the quiet city of…

18 June 2024

High Fire Risk Alert Issued for Attica and Evia Regions

Greece faces a critical fire risk, categorized as very high (level 4), particularly in Attica and Evia regions. Authorities have…

17 June 2024

4.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Patras, Greece

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.3 on the Richter scale occurred in Patras shortly after 10 pm, according to…

12 June 2024

Celebrating a Century: The Journey of St. John the Russian's Relics to Evia

This year marks a century since the relics of St. John the Russian were transported from Anatolia, Turkey, to the…

28 May 2024

Kymi, a perfect destination for Easter

Spring is perfect for enjoying the beautiful town located on Greece's second-largest island. Easter is a great time of year…

23 April 2024

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