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Business

The Sectors Driving Greece’s Growth as Real Estate Activity Plunges 41%

Greek service sectors grew steadily over the past year, with six of seven categories showing gains even as real estate activity alone fell sharply...
entertainment

“Broken Vein”: Greece Heads to the Oscars with the Essence of Ancient Tragedy

Yannis Economides' latest feature, "Broken Vein" (Spasmeni Fleva), has officially entered the race for the Academy Awards. The Hellenic Ministry of Culture announced the...
Economy

Billionaire Hedge Fund Manager Chris Rokos Leaves UK for Greece

Billionaire hedge fund manager Chris Rokos is moving his residency from the United Kingdom to Greece, becoming the latest prominent financier to leave Britain...
Greek News

How the Phoenicians Colonized Ancient Cyprus

The Phoenicians are most famous today for being excellent sailors who dominated much of the trade in the ancient Mediterranean. Unsurprisingly, they established numerous...
Environment

Divers Find 1,640 Pounds of Waste Beneath the Waters of Mykonos

Mykonos is known around the world for its clear blue waters and beaches, but a recent cleanup operation revealed that much of the Greek...
Ancient Greece

The Stunning Ancient Greek Treasures of the Pontus Kingdom

Ancient Greek treasures, dated from the Kingdom of Pontus, a Hellenistic state located in the northeastern part of Anatolia, are displayed in a new...
Greek News

The 1955 Istanbul Pogrom That Devastated the City’s Greek Community

In 1955, the Greek population of the city of Istanbul were the victims of a heinous pogrom that resulted in the suffering and death of many.
Archaeology

Choirokoitia: Cyprus’ 9,000-Year-Old Neolithic Round-House Settlement

Less than four miles from the sea in the valley of the Maroni River in southern Cyprus lies one of the most significant Neolithic...
Europe

Dassault: The Greek Connection of One of Europe’s Wealthiest Families

Dassault Aviation is the company behind the Rafale aircraft that Greece has acquired to help protect its borders.
Greece

The First Photo of Thessaloniki and Its Walls From the 1860s

A single image from the 1860s, posted in 2017 in the Facebook group “Old Photos of Thessaloniki,” sent ripples through local history circles and...

World

Archaeology

Archaeologists Uncover Evidence of Unknown Scythian Rituals at Russia’s Valley of the Kings

Archaeologists working in Russia’s Valley of the Kings have discovered a rare set of millstones that could provide evidence of previously unknown Scythian rituals....
Archaeology

4,000-Year-Old Tomb With Colorful Reliefs Unearthed at Egypt’s Saqqara

Archaeologists working at Egypt's Saqqara necropolis have uncovered a fifth dynasty tomb dating to the reign of King Djedkare Isesi (Tancheres), adding to the...
Archaeology

Roman-Era Remains Unearthed at Ancient City of Sebastia in West Bank

Archaeologists have uncovered Roman-era architectural remains during excavations in the ancient town of Sebastia (Greek: Σεβαστή) in the West Bank, providing new evidence that...
World

‘Butcher of Bosnia’ Ratko Mladic Buried as Hero in Serbia, Drawing EU Anger

Thousands gathered in Belgrade on Monday to bid farewell to Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb military commander whose life sentence for genocide and...
Europe

Europe’s Mysterious Line of Sacred Sites Stretching to the Holy Land

The Sword of St. Michael, a line of sacred sites dedicated to Archangel Michael—the most revered angel of the Christian faith—stretches mysteriously in near-perfect...
Europe

Far-Right AfD Scores Historic Victory in German State Election

Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has emerged as the clear winner of the state election in Saxony-Anhalt, with exit polls predicting a historic...

Greek Videos & Short Docs

Greek Culture and Entertainment

Greece

The Unknown War Between Greece’s Maniots and Bavarians in 1834

The war between Greece's Maniots and the army of Bavarians under King Otto is one of the lesser-known episodes of the first years of...
Environment

World’s Oldest Plane Tree, Found in Greece, Partially Collapses

A 2,400-year-old plane tree (Platanus), believed to be one of the oldest in the world and a symbol of history and nature on the...
Diaspora

The History of Greektown in Chicago from the 1840s to Now

Greektown in Chicago came about after Greek ship captains arrived in the city in the 1840s from New Orleans by way of the Mississippi River.
Greece

Will the Santorini Volcano Erupt in Our Lifetime?

One of the most common questions people ask about the idyllic Greek island of Santorini is whether its active volcano is expected to erupt...
Greece

Unique Watermelon Recipes That Are Perfect for Summer in Greece

While delicious on their own, watermelons are also a perfect addition to a number of refreshing recipes that transport you right to Greece.
Greece

The Heroines of the Greek War of Independence

The role that Greek women played in the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire is not to be overlooked.

TRAVEL

Five Breathtaking Greek Island Monasteries Built on Cliffs

In older times, Greek monks were trying to build monasteries in places that were hidden or difficult to access in order to protect them from bandits, invaders, and conquerors.

The Charming Villages of Mount Pelion, Greece

Taking a trip to Mt. Pelion in Greece in autumn after the heat of summer is gone when the leaves change colors to beautiful...

Six Things You Shouldn’t Say to a Greek

When visiting Greece it may be difficult for you to understand some of the cultural norms to follow during your stay in this beautiful...

The Unparalleled Beauty of Tzoumerka Cave in Greece

The cave in Tzoumerka, Epirus is one of the most impressive and most visited natural wonders of Greece and an ideal destination all year round.

Ten Castles in Greece That Will Take Your Breath Away

Greek castles remind us of impressive stories from their epic past, some ranked among the best-preserved buildings in Europe.

Discover Greece’s Stunning ”Butterfly” Island, Astypalea

Astypalea is what we call a real hidden gem in the Aegean Sea. It’s not among the most popular or recognizable names when it...

Ancient Greece

Lysimachus: Alexander the Great’s Bodyguard Who Became a Ruthless King

In the life and succession of Alexander the Great, one of the figures that stands out is Lysimachus, his brave bodyguard who through a...

The Spartan Warrior King Who Helped Pharaoh Nectanebo Secure the Throne of Egypt

Agesilaus, a king of Sparta who fought battles and held power longer than most men even lived, had his last campaign carry him far...

Why Didn’t Alexander the Great Conquer Rome?

Alexander the Great never set his sights on Rome. Why did this legendary conqueror ignore the future power of the West? The answer lies...

Who Invented the Trireme, the Famous Warship of the Ancient Greeks?

The trireme was the most common type of warship in the ancient Mediterranean for some time in early Greek history. The reason it was...

Hidden Roman Marvel: Crete’s 7-Mile Aqueduct Still Supplies Heraklion

One of the longest ancient Roman aqueducts in the Mediterranean is preserved in excellent condition in Heraklion, the capital of the island of Crete...

The Ancient Greek Herb With “Magical” Healing Properties Mentioned in Harry Potter

Dittany of Crete is an ancient Greek herb known for its "magical" healing properties which was mentioned in the world of Harry Potter. Dittany, known...

Greek Recipes by Nostimo

Recipe for Kourabiedes, Greece’s Christmas Shortbread Cookies

Kourabiedes are some of the most famous Greek Christmas cookies. They are a kind of shortbread cookie. Perfectly sweet and satisfying, they are filled...

Chocolate Dipped Melomakarona Recipe

A spin of the traditional Melomakarona, the chocolate filled Greek Christmas cookies are a great dessert for the holiday meals. In a bowl • WATER 17...

Greek Pita “Pizza” Muffins: A Fun And Easy-To-Prepare Snack

A fun and easy to prepare snack combining three world-renowned favorites into one is the pita "pizza" muffin.

Toursi: The Greek Pickles

  Pickles, kimchi, toursi: all names for one of the oldest known preparations. Pickles are a culinary tradition almost all over the world, thanks to...