Higher summer temperatures, milder winters and heavier rainfall resulting from climate change are increasing the beneficial breeding conditions for one of the most detested and potentially dangerous of insects, the mosquito. The change in climatic conditions is driving not only the proliferation of mosquitoes in areas where they already exist, but also in completely new […]
The New Year season, with its surge in holiday bookings, is also a peak period for scammers who seek to exploit those less savvy. In 2024, as digital technology became even more integrated into daily life, new and evolving scams posed significant threats to consumers and financial institutions alike. Understanding these scams and employing strategies […]
The weather is expected to deteriorate from today, Friday, January 9, with a marked drop in temperature. However, on Sunday, a polar air mass will move down into Greece, significantly lowering the temperatures further, accompanied by heavy rain. Storms and strong northerly winds are forecast for the northeastern Aegean, with the potential of snow at […]
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A nationwide strike of market sellers comes into force today, January 7. The action means that ‘farmers’ markets’ will be closed for the foreseeable future due to the farmers’ dispute with the government and sellers’ complaints about high prices and levels of taxation. The protest concerns thousands of vendors and farmers who operate in the […]
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The island of Thassos, the most northerly of the Aegean islands, is little known by Western European tourists, yet it holds the record for the most return visits of any Greek island! This well-kept secret is where you will find a taste of ‘real’ Greece, offering beautiful beaches, stunning scenery and excellent value for money. […]
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In recent years, the Greek islands have seen an ever-increasing number of ‘all-inclusive holidays’ being offered by the major tour operators. Whilst I understand the attraction of this format of holiday for some, such as families with young children, or those on a tight budget, they are sadly having a detrimental and irreversible effect on […]
