Authorities in Sitia, Crete, are investigating a new case of animal poisoning after four dogs—three owned and one stray—were found to have ingested a toxic substance, likely snail pesticide, near the local airport.
Suspicious Poison Baits Found in Potamos — Pet Owners Urged to Stay Vigilant
On October 14, 2025, trained detection dog Eka found suspicious poisoned baits in Potamos, Sivas. Police launched an investigation as pet owners are urged to remain cautious.
Greek Study Finds Pools Innocent in Water Crisis
A new study proves Greek swimming pools are not draining the nation dry — it’s the old pipes, the leaks, and the lack of planning that are.
Ancient Fish Fossil Unearthed in Samaria Gorge
Professor Elias Louloudis discovered a rare fish fossil near the “Gates” of Samaria Gorge, revealing traces of an ancient sea once covering the Cretan landscape.
What to Do With Old Towels
Old towels never go to waste in Crete. From cleaning cloths and pet beds to beauty scrubs and lavender sachets, they prove that comfort can last forever.
The Rare Beauty of Cretan Rain
Rain in Crete is rare, but when it comes, it awakens the island’s scents, olive groves, and hidden memories.
Smart Ways to Organize Business Expenses in Small Firms
10 practical ways to digitize receipts, automate tracking, and review spending so your small business can cut costs, speed reimbursements, and stay audit-ready.
Traditional Cretan Ways to Save Water
Cretan villagers once captured and reused every
Fifty-Two Italians, One Projector, and a Dream of Sustainable Tourism
Chania hosts fifty-two Umbrian entrepreneurs for an Erasmus+ seminar on marketing, management, and sustainable tourism — proving once again that education, espresso, and a little irony can coexist in paradise.
Rhodes Hotel Pool Tragedy Shakes Greece
Greece remains shaken by the case of little Matilda, the three-year-old British girl found unconscious in a Rhodes hotel po
Canary Choir of Crete
Walk through any Cretan street with your ears open and you will hear them before you see them: those tiny, impossible voices, cutting through traffic, arguments, and mopeds. Every neighborhood has them. The canaries are louder than the television, more regular than the church bell, and far more reliable than the local bus schedule. You […]
A 4.1-magnitude Earthquake Struck off Crete’s Southern Coast Friday Morning
A 4.1-magnitude earthquake struck off Crete’s southern coast Friday morning. Epicenter: 54 km west-southwest of Falasarna, depth 31.3 km
Staying Warm in Crete When the Mountains Breathe Frost
From wool blankets and rakomelo fires to laughter-filled kafeneia, warmth in Crete is more than heat—it is heritage.
Why Tourists Should Care About Crete’s Bees
The Municipality of Gortyna has voiced strong support for Crete’s beekeepers, vital guardians of the island’s honey, agriculture, and environment. Here is why visitors should care, too.
Greek Diaspora in Australia Turns Memory Into a Living Museum
At Sydney’s Australian National Maritime Museum, Greek Australians mark the first anniversary of Our People, Their Stories.
Rain and Bread
Cold days come suddenly in Crete. The morning light turns dull silver, the wind begins to travel sideways, and then—without much warning—the first heavy rain falls. The sound of it against the tiles is steady and determined, the sound of work being done. The earth drinks greedily. The olive groves darken, their silver leaves folding […]
How Chili Peppers From Turkey Found a Home in Crete
Imported from Turkey centuries ago, chili peppers became an unlikely staple in Crete’s kitchens — adding subtle fire to meze and tradition alike
Pears, the Golden Fruit of Quiet Summers
Explore Greece’s beloved pears: their varieties, health benefits, and how they transform both sweet and savory dishes.
Why Greek Pistachios Taste Like Sunlight
Greece’s world-famous pistachios from Aegina — their heritage, flavor, health benefits, and how they elevate sweet and savory dishes.
Emergency Funding for Sfakia to Tackle Rising Migrant Arrivals
Greece’s Migration Ministry approved €150,000 in emergency aid to help the Municipality of Sfakia, Crete, manage rising migratory flows through the region.