Sea levels across the Aegean rose up to 35 cm in February due to low atmospheric pressure and strong winds,…

Around 300 hotel workers from Crete head to Athens, saying some have received no unemployment pay since October.

Police checks across Crete recorded 1,275 violations in four days, highlighting speeding, alcohol use and helmet neglect.

Heraklion’s plan to move cruise bus stops could push visitors away from the city center, harming local businesses and limiting…

Crete unveils climate strategy, flood warnings and coastal monitoring as officials pursue GSTC sustainable tourism certification in 2026.

Sewage flooded homes in Mastabas, Heraklion after heavy rain, forcing families out overnight and raising public health concerns.

Increased US and NATO activity at Souda Bay, including USS Gerald R. Ford, prompts protest in Chania on February 24.

Meta DescriptionHeraklion retailers report lower than expected winter sales as household budgets tighten and online shopping continues to impact local…

Elafonissi, Balos and Falasarna in Kissamos secure top global rankings on Tripadvisor’s 2026 Best Beaches list, reaffirming Crete’s coastal appeal.

Lowering the draft deferment age forces young doctors to interrupt specialization, raising concerns over hospital staffing and brain drain.