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British hiker dies in Kalavryta gorge, Peloponnese

The body of a 67-year-old British national was recovered from a remote area in Megalo Spileo, Kalavryta in Peloponnese, according to a police announcement on Friday. According to the announcement, the British national had gone to the location with a fellow Briton to watch passing fighter jets. However, the 67-year-old …

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Second phase of hydrocarbon survey off SW Crete starts

The Hellenic Hydrocarbons and Energy Resources Management Company (HEREMA) announced on Thursday the successful completion of the first phase of exploration for hydrocarbons carried out by the ExxonMobil/HELLENiQ ENERGY consortium in the marine areas of the block southwest of Crete, as well as the decision of the consortium to officially …

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Beloved Greek composer Mimis Plessas passes away at 99

Just a week before his 100th birthday, beloved composer Mimis Plessas died last Saturday, his wife Loukila Carrer made known. Plessas’ music featured in scores of films, television shows and theatrical productions and provided the soundtrack to millions of Greeks’ lives. Video: Mimis Plessas Best of Born in Athens on …

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