Crete October Rain Returns to Crete 8 months ago October brings the first rain to Crete, and with it, the season’s small wonders — from the snail’s slow parade… Suspicious Poison Baits Found in Potamos — Pet Owners Urged to Stay Vigilant 8 months ago On October 14, 2025, trained detection dog Eka found suspicious poisoned baits in Potamos, Sivas. Police launched an investigation as… Samaria Gorge Closed as Storms Loom Over Crete 8 months ago The Samaria Gorge will remain closed on Tuesday due to storm warnings from the Hellenic Meteorological Service. Crete’s Quiet Undoing: An Island’s Battle with Climactic Change 8 months ago At dawn in Crete, the island still breathes. When the sun climbs the ridges to the East in Lassithi Prefecture,… Ancient Fish Fossil Unearthed in Samaria Gorge 8 months ago Professor Elias Louloudis discovered a rare fish fossil near the “Gates” of Samaria Gorge, revealing traces of an ancient sea… Greece’s Golden Visa Debate 8 months ago Once hailed as a savior of the real estate market, Greece’s Golden Visa program is now at the heart of… Collecting Rainwater — Cretan Style 8 months ago In Crete, rain is never taken for granted. When it falls, the island listens — and saves every drop. German Teen Saved After Near-Drowning in Kokkini Hani 8 months ago A 14-year-old German boy who nearly drowned at Kokkini Hani beach in Heraklion is now recovering at PAGNI’s Pediatric Surgery… TUI’s Sebastian Ebel Highlights Crete’s Role in Sustainable Tourism and Peace 8 months ago TUI CEO Sebastian Ebel visited Rethymno for the SOCCA football events, praising Crete’s quality, calling for season extension and sustainable… What to Do with Orange Peels 8 months ago Orange peels are pure gold in Cretan kitchens. From marmalade and sweets to natural cleaners and teas, here’s how locals… Next» « Previous