Island of Crete, Greece is featured in this image photographed by an Expedition 28 crew member on the International Space Station. In classical Greek mythology the island of Crete was home to King ...

Crete, Greece’s largest island, is known for its historical sites, stunning scenery and local culture. Its incredible history has been shaped by civilizations dating back to the Minoans, Venetians, ...

The Greek government has announced a significant tightening of its migration policy in response to a rise in migrant arrivals ...

Events across Australia and New Zealand will mark the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Crete, as a Greek military delegation joins the diaspora to honour the sacrifice, resistance and enduring ties f ...

Though Crete is a quintessential getaway of sun, food, and beaches, Greece's largest island unfortunately succumbs to overcrowding — and that's not exactly the most idyllic set-up for a peaceful ...

Australian Ambassador to Greece Alison Duncan joined dignitaries, descendants of veterans and local communities across Crete ...

More than 1,500 people were evacuated when a fire broke out on the southeastern tip of Crete, most of them tourists. By Niki Kitsantonis and Lynsey Chutel Niki Kitsantonis reported from Athens and ...