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British woman, 65, falls to her death from hotel in Crete while on holiday with her husband

The 65-year-old woman had been staying at a hotel in Hersonissos before the tragic fall

Evening Standard

Phaistos Disk: 3,000-year-old inscriptions from Crete that have never been deciphered

None of the many interpretations of the Phaistos Disk's inscriptions are universally accepted.

LiveScience

British tourist, 71, dies after falling unwell while swimming in Crete

The woman collapsed on the shore before being taken to hospital

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EasyJet flight panic as 'bag of vapes' explodes sending passengers heading for Gatwick fleeing

The fire forced passengers to evacuate the EasyJet flight from Crete to London Gatwick during boarding on the Greek island

Evening Standard

Man to run seven marathons in seven cities in memory of friend who died on interrailing trip

The fundraiser has already smashed its £10,000 target

Evening Standard

Rescue of 50-day-old migrant baby on tiny Greek island captures hearts of country

Smugglers have increasingly chosen different routes to Greece

The Independent UK

Wildfire Flare-Ups Force Evacuation In Crete

Wildfire flare-ups in Crete prompt village evacuations as firefighters battle blaze in Rethymno region. Ongoing efforts to contain and extinguish the wildfire.

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Grecian earn: Hilltop homes with boutique marina access from £2.3 million at Elounda Hills in Crete

Elounda Hills is an eco-resort that promises villas to fulfill every Greek island fantasy — as Crete is set to welcome a new set of well-heeled jet setters

Evening Standard

Rescue Operation Safely Brings 283 Migrants To Greek Island

Successful rescue operation as 283 migrants reach Greek island safely on a fishing boat. No injuries reported.

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Greek MP expelled from party after argument over arriving late for flight at airport

Lefteris Avgenakis represents a constituency on the southern island of Crete

The Independent UK

Nebraska Authorities Investigate Motive Behind Tragic Shooting Incident

Tragic shooting incident in Crete involving children and adults. Suspect found dead. Investigation ongoing.

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Nebraska Authorities Investigating Motive Behind Tragic Shooting Incident

Tragic shooting incident in Crete involving 4 children and 3 adults, with suspect found dead. Investigation ongoing.

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German tourist, 67, found dead on Greek island of Crete

The tourist had set off alone on a hike in a canyon in the Sougia region on Sunday

The Independent UK

Jet2 sold us a package holiday that didn’t exist - now it’s our problem to fix it

It changed the accommodation for our booked trip to Crete, tailor-made for our foster son, just six weeks before departure

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Inside Greece’s tourist tragedies as Michael Mosley and four others die over 11 days in 40C heatwave

Tourists have vanished on the Greek islands of Samos, Symi, Crete, Amorgos and Corfu

The Independent UK

Greece heatwave: Warning for tourists after four dead and more missing in record temperatures

The earliest recorded heatwave could be a taste of what is to come for the country expecting record tourism this year, Rich Booth reports from Greece

LiveScience

Mysterious 4,000-year-old 'palace' with maze-like walls found on Greek island of Crete

Archaeologists in Crete have discovered a 4,000-year-old structure that the Minoans may have used for rituals.

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Exploring The World's Top Ancient Labyrinths: Unraveling Mysteries

Discover ancient labyrinths from diverse cultures worldwide, each with its own intriguing history and significance.

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Greek Coast Guard Rescues 42 Migrants, 3 Missing At Sea

Greek coast guard rescues 42 individuals from a distressed boat in the Mediterranean near Crete, with 3 still missing. Ongoing search efforts underway.

The Guardian - UK

‘If I could be teleported to any beach, this would be it’: readers choose their favourite European beaches

Seaside idylls from Île de Ré to eastern Crete feature as our tipsters report that even popular destinations such as Menorca and Sicily have their quieter spots

The Guardian - UK

Retreat to Crete: why the Greek island is a perfect escape

The unspoilt northeast of Greece’s largest island offers a restorative mix of uncrowded beaches, authentic tavernas and extraordinary views

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Greek Drama 'The Beach' Makes Waves With International Success

Before its rise to primetime fame last fall, the Greek drama 'The Beach' was already poised for success. The series, set in a hippie commune on the island of Crete during the summer of free love, quickly captured the attention of Greek audiences with its intriguing storyline that includes a…

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Surge In Migrant Boats From Libya To Greece's Islands

Learn about the surge in migrant boats from Libya to Greece's Crete and Gavdos islands, raising concerns and challenges for authorities and local communities.

International Business Times

Blinken Tackles Gaza, NATO Expansion With Turkey's Erdogan

Washington's top diplomat discusses the Gaza war with Turkey's mercurial leader on Saturday before flying to Crete to address Greek worries about the looming sale of US fighter jets to Ankara.

Chicago Sun-Times

Student prank leads to lockdown at Crete-Monee High School after ‘unfounded’ report of gunman: ‘All students are safe’

“A student admitted to joking about having a gun,” Crete Police Chief Scott Pieritz said. The lockdown was lifted, and all students and staff were released from the building, a spokesperson said at 1:50 p.m.

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