Oceans

There is always something quite special in the feeling an outside observer gets when visiting a unit of the Hellenic Navy, even if it is not on a mission at sea. The first striking impression is that of a very closely knit community of men and women in blue uniforms; even when they're joking with each other, their demeanor emanates respect, camaraderie and support.

The greater Athens area, including the port of Piraeus, became the seventh most important shipping center globally in the Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Center Development Index after climbing one place.

Eleven Turkish scientists are currently engaged in ongoing research in the Arctic Ocean, reaching the sea ice line with their route from 71 degrees north latitude to the north pole.

The Philippines and Greece enjoy excellent bilateral relations, built on shared values of democracy, sustainable and inclusive prosperity, and a belief in the rules-based international order, especially in the oceans.

A 61-year-old man succumbed to his injuries after being crushed by a tractor for unknown reasons while working in his field in the Malades area of Heraklion, Crete, on Friday.

He was immediately transported to the Venizeleio Hospital of Heraklion with severe injuries.

Despite medical efforts, approximately 24 hours after the accident, he passed away.

Beautiful beaches crowd the shoreline, some with an exotic tropical atmosphere like Vai, others like Xerokampos rival the Indian Ocean for white sands & turquoise seas

A vast area at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean earmarked for controversial deep sea mineral mining is home to thousands of species unknown to science and more complex than previously understood, according to several new studies.

The talented Greek singer, songwriter and lute player Giannis Haroulis will be performing in various locations on Crete this summer. The musician who fuses rock with Greek folk music, including traditional Cretan sounds, will kick off his tour at the Municipal Stadium in his hometown, Hania on July 31.

Regional authorities in Iraklio on the island of Crete will be launching an operation on Monday to demolish structures on beaches that violate coastal and environmental zoning and protection laws.

A coast guard operation is underway south of the island of Crete Wednesday following the discovery of a sailing vessel carrying dozens of undocumented migrants.

According to reports, the boat is carrying 80 individuals on board. They are expected to be transported to either Kali Limenes in Iraklio or Agia Galini in Rethymno.