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U.S. Officials at the CDC Put Greece at “Level 4” for COVID-19

2021-08-05 by Phil Butler

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta has added Greece to Level 4 warning list.

Greece’s South Aegean Islands Go ‘Dark Red’ as Blue Freedom Blows Up

2021-07-30 by Phil Butler

The Greek government’s “Blue Freedom” scheme to put fill remote islands with tourists this summer just blew up in their political faces.

Hersonissos Port Overhaul Hits Archaeological Paydirt

2026-04-17 By Iorgos Pappas

The redevelopment of the Hersonissos port zone continues with new archaeological discoveries and sectional construction to minimize business disruption.

Heraklion Cobblestone Controversy: A City Lacking Continuity?

2026-04-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s recent removal of granite paving stones outside the Cultural Center has sparked debate over wasteful spending and the lack of an urban master plan.

Heraklion Hosts Debate on the Law of the Vendetta

2026-04-17 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion hosts a major cultural and legal event on April 25 to discuss the history of the Cretan vendetta and the traditional reconciliation of Sasmos.