Migrant arrivals resume after lull
Greek authorities rescued 119 migrants in three incidents over a recent 24-hour period, ending several days of zero arrivals. All were transported to the port of Iraklio, Crete.
A surprising (and easy) way to boost your attention span
In 2008, 38 students at the University of Michigan set out on a walk. Half of them wound their way through the trees in Ann Arbor’s Nichols Arboretum for 2.8 miles, while the other half navigated the same distance on the busy streets of downtown.
Credia Bank in talks to acquire stake in HSBC Malta
Credia Bank, formerly Attica Bank, is in talks to acquire a 70.03% stake in HSBC Malta.
Eurozone Q2 growth a sign of resilience
Eurozone growth slowed down in the second quarter (April-June) of 2025, expanding at a 0.2% annual clip, from 0.6% in the first quarter, European statistics agency Eurostat says.
Fraport airports show modest traffic gains
Other than Mykonos and Santorini, the other 14 regional airports managed by transport company Fraport saw traffic continue to rise, although at a slower clip than in 2024.
Mixed signs in European stock markets
European stock markets ended mixed on Friday, as a series of good and bad news pulled them in both directions.
Trump’s peace plan for Armenia and Azerbaijan
Are Armenia and Azerbaijan on a path to peace, or is the latest deal signed at the White House a rushed agreement that lets Baku off the hook for its aggression – from the ethnic cleansing of Nagorno Karabakh to its unlawful detention of Armenian POWs?
Beyond Borders | Kastellorizo | August 24-31
The Beyond Borders Kastellorizo International Documentary Festival marks its 10th anniversary with an edition dedicated to Greek documentary.
Teen hospitalized after excessive drinking at Crete festival
A 14-year-old boy was hospitalized late Thursday after consuming a large amount of alcohol at a local festival.
Firefighter injured after falling into ravine while fighting blaze in Patra
A firefighter was injured Friday in the Mpala area of Patra after falling into a ravine while battling a blaze.