South Aegean

Rapidly rising tourist numbers are putting a strain on the local community, natural environment and long-term popularity of the Greek holiday island of Santorini, experts warn.

This year's Festival of Religious Music on the island of Patmos brings together a Byzantine choir from Limassol, a folk-pop singer who performs gospel tunes immortalized by though rarely attributed to Elvis Presley, classical orchestras in works by Bach, Handel and Verdi, as well as dozens more talented musicians and singers.

World famous DJ Steve Aoki was invited to Mykonos at Cavo Paradiso and offered the fans an unforgettable set from the decks. Music was not the only thing the 40-year-old Californian music producer offered the frenzied crowd, as at one point he started throwing cakes at them. Mykonos Live TV was among the sweet mayhem.

Swimming, hiking, culture, and flavors: there is time for everything during a weekend in one of the most interesting Cycladic islands. Just 2 hours from the port of Rafina, Athens, Andros is a must option for a weekend this time of the year.

The southeast Aegean island of Kastellorizo is hosting its second International Documentary Festival, titled "Beyond the Borders," from August 28 through September 3, featuring awareness-raising entries from countries including Greece, Turkey, Germany, the Netherlands and France, among others.

Life’s a beach for Gabrielle Union and her NBA husband Dwyane Wade.

The longtime lovebirds were spotted splashing around on the shores of SantAnna beach in Mykonos, Greece. While Wade, 35, rocked a pair of black swim trunks, Union, 44, flaunted her enviable figure in a sexy one-piece boasting several cutouts.

Politico writer David Patrikarakos presents the surreal situation of the Greek island of Mykonos, a place that has not been affected the least by the economic crisis plaguing the entire country for the past six years.

Greece's Health Ministry has committed 200,000 euros to meet emergency needs of the hospital of Kos following last month's earthquake.

The 6.6 magnitude quake on July 21 caused extensive damage, killing two people and injuring dozen.

Earlier this month, the government approved 300,000 euros in aid for the eastern Aegean island.

Sexy Greek model Dimitra Alexandraki and her party danced their heart out in Mykonos. The hot brunette strutted her stuff on the beach of Psarou wearing a revealing swimsuit while capturing everything on her smart phone. At one point she can be seen in the arms of a handsome man. Mykonos Live TV as always was there to capture the moments.

Delos island, Cyclades (accessible by boat from Myconos), tel 22890.222.59
Open: Daily 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (through October 31); Closed on public holidays
Admission: 12 euros (6 reduced)
Wheelchair access: No