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IOM: Migrant Arrivals in Europe Decreasing but Death Toll Rising

The number of refugees and migrants arriving in Europe has fallen sharply this year but migration to the continent has grown more deadly, according to new data released Tuesday by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). From January 1 through...

The Attica Zoological Park Receives Four Dolphins from Finland

Four bottlenose dolphins were transferred to their new home at the Attica Zoological Park in Greece during what was described as a "covert operation" by Yle, Finland's national public broadcasting company. The four dolphins named Veera, Delfi, Leevi and Eevertti...

Ancient Mosaic of the Greek God Poseidon Unearthed in Central Turkey

On Saturday in the Yumurtalık district of central Adana province in Turkey, a mosaic depicting the Greek God Poseidon was discovered, according to the Doğan News Agency. The excavation was executed by Osmaniye Korkut Ata University Archeology Department students at...

Czech Police Aid FYROM in Keeping Migrants from Crossing Greece-FYROM Border

On Monday forty Czech police officers left to help Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) protect its border with Greece, Petr Petik, deputy police president said in a press conference. "They are very well-trained for this service so the work...

EC Chief Juncker Concerned that EU-Turkey Migrant Deal Could Falter

Following the recent failed attempt of a military coup in Turkey, the EU member states have been holding their breath in fear that the recent EU-Turkey migrant deal might falter due to the fragile and unstable political situation on...

Flying High: British Airways Flight to Crete Makes Emergency Landing as Stench of Cannabis Filled the Cabin

A British Airways flight from Gatwick to Heraklion, Crete, was forced to make an emergency landing in Paris after the cabin apparently filled with a strong stench of cannabis and several members of the crew fell ill. It only took...

Nikos Xydakis: Greece Expects up to 2 Mln Russian Travelers to Visit the Country in 2016

  Greece's Deputy Foreign Minister, Nikos Xydakis said that the EU and Russia were set to pick up their bilateral talks on easing the visa regime where they left off in 2013, according to an interview to Sputnik news. Sputnik reports...

Mosaic Odysseys: An Exhibition of Contemporary Mosaics by Mosaicists from Greece and the UK

Mosaic Odysseys, is an international group of eleven acclaimed mosaic artists who have been brought together for a unique exhibition of mosaics inspired by the story of Odysseus. Part of a Summer Festival of Mosaics being held in London Mosaic...

Rebetiko Tunes To Fill the Streets of London Throughout June (video)

Starting this Saturday on June 4th and until July 2nd, the Rebetiko Carnival 2016 will give the opportunity to Londoners to experience and enjoy the history and beauty of the Rebetiko music genre. Rebetiko, is one of Greece's most iconic music...

Find out Which Is the Perfect Greek Island for You Through Telegraph’s Online Game

Having trouble picking the ideal island in Greece to spend your summer vacation? No need to worry anymore! The Telegraph has created an online game that will make it easier for you to choose the perfect destination for this summer....