A major wildfire swept into the resort area of Siviri in Greece's Halkidiki peninsula on Thursday, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of people by sea as firefighters battled flames driven by strong winds.
The fire broke out in a rural...
Greece has officially secured the second-place ranking worldwide in the 2026 Blue Flag awards, underscoring its role as a global leader in coastal environmental management. With 657 awarded beaches (representing 15% of the world's total), the country maintains its...
Authorities have arrested two members of the notorious Pink Panthers criminal network in connection with a high-stakes heist at a luxury hotel jewelry store in Greece's Halkidiki. The heist, which took place on September 2, 2025, resulted in the...
Nowhere else in Greece have traditions rooted in the worship of Dionysus remained as vibrant as in Eastern Macedonia—specifically in the region of Drama. These ancient, pagan customs have shaped the cultural identity of the mountain locals throughout a...
The Greek region of Halkidiki was the chosen location for the latest elaborate prank by American artist Sunday Nobody. Famous for his massive installations, including giant Shrek sculptures, Nobody's new mission was inspired by a bizarre fusion of Ancient...
Each year, the small village of Taxiarchis in Halkidiki, Northern Greece, becomes the nation’s unofficial starter pistol for the holiday season. On November 7, locals and visitors alike packed the main square for the ceremony that has become the...
A startling incident occurred on Friday in Halkidiki, one of Greece’s most popular tourist destinations. While playing with her mother on the beach in Neos Marmaras, a five-year-old girl was suddenly attacked by a wolf that approached from behind.
The...
Environmental organization "iSea" has lodged a formal complaint regarding a restaurant in Halkidiki, Greece, that allegedly featured a strictly protected species of shark on its menu, using it as a "barker" to attract customers in a TikTok video.
The incident...
