British grandmother is trapped in a Greek hospital after botched emergency surgery

A British grandmother is fighting for her life 1,500 miles away from home after doctors in a Greek hospital botched an emergency bowel operation.  Donna Hurst, 51, was left unconscious on a ventilator after contracting a severe infection during emergency surgery on her large intestine in Cofu where she was visiting family about a month ago. Her … Read more

Powerful 6.6 magnitude earthquake hits Turkey and Greek islands

Powerful 6.6-magnitude earthquake destroys buildings in Turkey and sends people fleeing from their homes on Greek islands At least six buildings collapsed in the Turkish city of Izmir after the earthquake struck in the Aegean Sea today Walls crumbled and buildings were damaged on the Greek island of Samos where people fled their homes Turkish … Read more

Rhodes to HELL: ‘Fights break out’ as ‘thousands’ of tourists are crushed together at Greek airport

Rhodes to HELL: ‘Fights break out’ as ‘thousands’ of tourists are crushed together at Greek airport after ‘FIVE flights are announced for departure at same time’ Angry travellers complain of lack of staff on hand to limit huge queues at airport Shocking images show extent of disruption, with social distancing impossible One said: ‘No one … Read more

Rhodes to HELL: ‘Fights break out’ as ‘thousands’ of tourists are crushed together at Greek airport

Rhodes to HELL: ‘Fights break out’ as ‘thousands’ of tourists are crushed together at Greek airport after ‘FIVE flights are announced for departure at same time’ Angry travellers complain of lack of staff on hand to limit huge queues at airport Shocking images show extent of disruption, with social distancing impossible One said: ‘No one … Read more

Visiting Athens: Buzzing Greek capital has new galleries and festivals – and it’s quarantine-free

The last time I visited Athens, I was 14 and on holiday with my parents. So, yes, I had prejudices about the place. Like every tourist, I had my photograph taken at the city’s most famous ancient landmark, the Acropolis — and apart from that snap of me, perched on a rock, sporting a red … Read more

Visiting Athens: Buzzing Greek capital has new galleries and festivals – and it’s quarantine-free

The last time I visited Athens, I was 14 and on holiday with my parents. So, yes, I had prejudices about the place. Like every tourist, I had my photograph taken at the city’s most famous ancient landmark, the Acropolis — and apart from that snap of me, perched on a rock, sporting a red … Read more

Holidays to FIVE Greek islands including Santorini and Zakynthos are BACK ON

Holidays to FIVE Greek islands including Santorini and Zakynthos are BACK ON as Grant Shapps gives them the green light and confirms no countries are going onto the quarantine ‘red list’ this week Transport Secretary Grant Shapps this evening announced changes to ‘red list’  He announced travel to five Greek islands will no longer require … Read more

Eat Out To Hep Out October: Michelin-starred Aquavit, Franco Manca and The Real Greek extending deal

Aquavit  Michelin-starred Aquavit London is offering £5 off the set lunch menu, making just £24 for two courses and £27 for three courses.  Zuaya Monday – Wednesday, each person will receive 50 per cent off, up to £10 per person. Kahani Fine dining Indian Restaurant Kahani are continuing to offer 50 per cent off up … Read more

The Block’s Harry suggests playing ‘some nice Greek music’ in his home’s real estate video

The Block’s Harry suggests playing ‘some nice Greek music’ in his home’s real estate video leaving his daughter Tash unimpressed by the suggestion By Demeter Stamell For Daily Mail Australia Published: 10:41 BST, 5 October 2020 | Updated: 10:41 BST, 5 October 2020 With The Block nearing the pointy end of the competition, the show’s … Read more

Thousands of migrants are evacuated from Greek island of Lesbos

Hundreds of refugees are being transferred from the Greek island of Lesbos tonight in a bid to reduce chronic overcrowding that caused hardship and fanned tensions with locals. Over 700 people are set to sail to the Greek mainland aboard a ferry on Monday organisers said while another group will leave on Thursday. Some 2,500 refugees and asylum … Read more