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When it comes time to plan for life after retirement, one of the biggest decisions is deciding where you want to plant your roots. Some soon-to-be retirees may want to stay put, but others may want to take advantage of this newfound freedom and move abroad. If you fall into the latter category, the recent news from International Living will be of interest.On Dec. 1, the publication released its Annual Global Retirement Index—and Greece topped the list as the world’s best retirement destination for 2026.“For years, Portugal and Spain led the way, but recent visa changes and rising costs have retirees looking elsewhere,” Jennifer Stevens, the executive editor of International Living, said in the press release provided to Travel + Leisure. “Greece now offers what many are seeking—a beautiful,...

Hundreds of farmers block parts of the Athens-Thessaloniki highway in protest over the delayed payments.Published On 1 Dec 20251 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareGreek farmers have clashed with police during protests in central and northern regions over the delayed payment of European Union subsidies.Police used tear gas on Sunday as the farmers brought hundreds of tractors to block the Athens-Thessaloniki national highway near the central city of Larissa.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listOfficers made three arrests, police said, but the farmers managed to close the highway ahead of additional protests planned for next week.“We will stay here until [the government] gives solutions,” local farm trade unionist Costas Tzelas told reporters.The delay in payment...

A memorial event was held at the Athens Megaron Concert Hall to commemorate one year since the passing of Greek oil and shipping businessman, Vardis I. Vardinogiannis, honoring his life and legacy. In a deeply emotional atmosphere, the memorial event marking one year since the passing of Vardis I. Vardinogiannis was held on Tuesday, November 25 at the Athens Megaron Concert Hall. Through this event, his family honoured the life, work and multifaceted legacy of the emblematic businessman and Greek benefactor. The Greek shipowner, Vardinogiannis, who left his mark on the economic and social life of the country passed away on November 12, 2024. Vardinogiannis and his relatives have spread their net worldwide with the control of numerous successful companies in a variety of sectors. T...

Greece’s men’s national basketball team is enjoying the solitude of being at the top of the B qualifying group for the 2027 World Cup. The Greek team defeated Portugal 76-68 in the Matosinhos district of Porto and made it “two for two”, forcing the hosts to their first defeat. With the defence making the difference, keeping Portugal under 20 points in each quarter, good shooting percentages and dominating the rebounds, the “blue and white” got what they wanted tonight without having to step on the gas. Giannoulis Larentzakis led the Greek team’s offence again tonight with 15 points and 4/7 three-pointers, while Alexandros Samodurov (12 points), Nazr Mitrou-Long (11 points), and Kostas Papanikolaou (10 points) also scored in double figures. Travade Williams stood out from the Portu...

Home » Greece » Greece Travel News » Athens, Patmos, Leros Face Water Crisis as Greece declares Emergency, Tourism’s Future Hangs in the Balance: All You Need to Know Published on December 1, 2025The sound of summer waves in the Aegean Sea feels distant now. The Greek Environment Ministry declared a state of water emergency. This critical measure impacts the greater Athens area and the popular islands of Patmos and Leros. The announcement came late on Friday, November 28, 2025. It reflects a growing alarm over the country’s deepening chronic drought.A Thirsty Land: The Severity of the DroughtScientific studies show that Greece faces a drought crisis. It is comparable to the severe shortage seen between 1988 and 1994. The situation is dire in the capital. Athens’ water reserves have falle...

Today, November 30, 2025, Greece celebrates the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with Bosnia and Herzegovina. On this occasion, the Greek Embassy in Sarajevo illuminated the Friendship Building between Greece and Bosnia and Herzegovina (Trg BiH 1), projecting images of the national flags of the two countries. The building, which today serves as the headquarters of the Council of Ministers of BiH, was renovated with the help of Greece, which provided 80 percent of the necessary financial resources (approximately 13.5 million euros), and the official inauguration took place on July 23, 2007. “The Friendship Building remains a lasting symbol of the close friendship between Greece and Bosnia and Herzegovina, which we celebrate today. Greece, a sincere friend and pa...

By Alex Molina / info@eurohoops.net The FIBA World Cup 2027 European Qualifiers second round started this Sunday with the games from groups A to D. Turkey got their second win after defeating Switzerland 60-85. The 2025 Eurobasket silver medalists are now 2-0, like Serbia after defeating Bosnia-Herzegovina.  In Group A, Ukraine and Spain are also tied with a 2-0 record: Ukraine defeated Denmark 88-71 thanks to Oleksand Kovliar’s 28 points and Spain had no problem defeating Georgia 94-61. Greece is leading Group B after jumping to a 2-0 balance thanks to its victory 68-76 against Portugal, which is now 1-1. In the other game of the group, Montenegro defeated Romania 75-80. And in Group D, we have a four-way tie. Great Britain got its first win of the qualifiers after defeating Iceland 84-90...

[Shutterstock] Greece is moving to strengthen the weapons arsenal of its AH‑64 Apache attack helicopters through a planned purchase of new laser‑guided Hellfire missiles under a $64 million agreement with the US. The Hellenic Army Aviation has operated older versions of the Hellfire missile for many years, and officials view the new order as part of a broader decision “to not allow the devaluation of these helicopters,” according to the report. The Army Aviation fleet includes 28 Apaches, 19 of the older and harder‑to‑maintain A‑type and nine of the newer D‑type. The acquisition will be carried out through US Foreign Military Financing, a mechanism available to allied countries. The missiles are among the core weapons for the Apaches, which ...

If the Charlotte Hornets are going to be the team they're looking to be in the future, a lot of that will ultimately come down to how they look with their young talent. The Hornets may have made the right pick by selecting Kon Knueppel, and have some other talent, but now the goal will be focused on putting more talent around some of these guys. The NBA draft is one of the easier ways to do that, with young and cheap talent, and with some first-round picks next year, the Hornets should be in a position to add two guys who can come in and make an impact.When predicting who that might be, Jonathan Wasserman had them with a second pick in the first round at No. 21, predicting them to select Neoklis Avdalas, a shooting guard/small forward out of Virginia Tech.“NBA teams were intrigued enough b...

Home » America Travel News » United States Joins China, Bosnia‑Herzegovina, Greece, Tunisia, Peru, Saudi Arabia and More Countries Getting Ready for Christmas and New Year’s Travel Boom, New December Tourism Trendsetter is Here Published on December 1, 2025By: Tuhin SarkarAs we approach the Christmas and New Year festive season, the United States joins China, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Greece, Tunisia, Peru, and Saudi Arabia, is gearing up for an exciting Christmas and New Year’s travel boom. This surge in tourism will mark a new December tourism trend, with millions of travellers expected to head to these destinations to celebrate the holidays. Now, United States, China, Bosnia‑Herzegovina, Greece, Tunisia, Peru, Saudi Arabia and many countries in Europe become the real trendsetter for Decembe...