A single cigarette butt can remain in the environment for 10 to 15 years, slowly breaking down into microplastics while releasing toxic chemicals such as nicotine, lead, arsenic, and cadmium into the sand and seawater.
Crete
42 Firefighters Contain Flames in Minoa Pediada
Firefighters have brought a wildfire near Ini in Crete’s Minoa Pediada municipality under control after an hours-long operation. Crews remain on site monitoring for flare-ups.
ITV’s This Morning and Loose Women to Showcase Crete’s Hidden Gems
ITV presenters Jeff Brazier and producer Mariam Hussain are filming in eastern Crete for This Morning and Loose Women, bringing Lassithi to millions of UK and Irish viewers.
Eastern Crete Cultural Group Joins Opposition to Proposed Wind Farm Projects
A cultural and environmental association in eastern Crete has joined growing opposition to eight proposed wind farm projects in Lassithi, calling for greater public consultation and environmental safeguards.
Experts Urge Calm as Crete Addresses Toxic Pufferfish Spread
The Geotechnical Chamber of Greece (GEOTEE) in Crete issued a public safety guide to separate scientific fact from social media panic regarding the pufferfish.
Scarlet Lady Returns to Crete After Earlier Diversion from Türkiye
The Scarlet Lady made an unscheduled call at Souda after itinerary changes, returning to Crete days after Türkiye barred the LGBTQ+-chartered cruise from its planned ports.
Heraklion Union Demands Labor Inspections After 16-Year-Old Employee Assaulted in Hersonissos
The Heraklion Hotel Workers’ Union issued a fierce condemnation of the 61-year-old hotel manager arrested for assaulting a 16-year-old employee in Hersonissos.
Chania Police and Business Leaders Join Forces Against Cyber Fraud and Illegal Street Trade
Business leaders and police in Chania discussed tackling illegal street trading, cyber fraud, and public safety while proposing a new initiative to protect local businesses and visitors.
Five Years On, Arkalochori Earthquake Survivors Still Await Recovery
Five years after the Arkalochori earthquake, a new study reveals deep frustration over slow recovery, damaged homes, and declining public trust as communities continue rebuilding.
Welcome to Heraklion Airport, Where Your Vacation Ends with a Queue
Thousands of tourists are currently enjoying the ‘authentic’ Heraklion airport experience, which includes sweating on the pavement and fighting for elbow room inside the terminal.
Crete Pushes for a Circular Economy to Cut Waste and Boost Recycling
Hersonissos Mayor Zacharias Doxastakis presented a comprehensive circular economy strategy at the Pan-Cretan Conference in Heraklion.
Travel Advisory: Souda–Milos–Piraeus Ferry Departs Earlier Until September 6
Passengers traveling from Souda to Piraeus via Milos should note a temporary schedule change now in effect. From today through September 6, the ferry will depart Souda at 9:30 p.m. (21:30) instead of its usual 10:00 p.m. (22:00) departure. The vessel is scheduled to arrive at the Port of Piraeus at 6:45 a.m. Passengers are […]
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