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Ancient Greece
Decoding Linear A, the Ancient Minoan Writing System
Linear A, a writing system that was used by the ancient Minoans from 1800 to 1450 BC, has intrigued and frustrated experts for centuries. Despite the fact that it has never been fully decrypted, scientists and archaeologists believe they...
Africa
George Stravelakis: The Enslaved Greek who Became Ruler of Tunisia
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George Stravelakis, sometimes called "Halkias," was an enslaved Greek man from the island of Chios who rose to become the Prime Minister of Tunisia in the 1860s.
By Antonis Chaldeos
Stravelakis was born in 1817 on the island of Chios. During the...
Greek news
Greek Beach Among the Most Expensive in the World
A Greek beach has been identified as one of the most expensive to visit in the world. According to TravelMag, the beach of Platis Gialos on the Greek island of Mykonos is one of the most costly in the...
Archaeology
X-Ray Helps Solve Pompeii’s Victims Mystery
Scientists conducted a study that has deepened understanding of the manner in which the inhabitants of Pompeii died.
The most destructive eruption of Mount Vesuvius, located on the coast of the Gulf of Naples, occurred in 79 AD. Despite the...
Greek news
Antigoni Drisbioti Wins Bronze for Greece at the World Athletics Championships
Greek race walker Antigoni Drisbioti won the bronze medal in the 35 km walk at the World Athletics Championships taking place in Budapest, Hungary on Thursday.
The Greek champion was among the leading athletes from the start and finished in...
Greek news
The Greeks of Bogota, Colombia
Bogota, the capital of Colombia and a sprawling mega-city of almost ten million inhabitants, is home to a grand total of approximately 150 Greeks.
With its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and breathtaking landscapes, Bogota offers visitors a unique and...
Economy
Greece Comes Second in EU Research Spending
According to Eurostat data reported and reviewed by the Development Ministry on Monday, Greece holds the second position in the European Union in terms of Government Budget Allocations for Research & Development (GBARD) over the long term.
From 2012 to...
Diplomacy
Turkey’s FM Highlights Opportunity to Improve Relations With Greece
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is optimistic that a "great opportunity" now exists for the improvement of bilateral relations between Greece and Turkey.
Athens and Ankara have often been at odds over a range of geostrategic issues, with relations being...
Greek news
Kolitsopoulos Becomes First Greek to Win World Wrestling Championship
Arionas Kolitsopoulos became the Greco-Roman wrestling world champion by winning the gold medal in the 71kg category at the U17 World Wrestling Championship held in Turkey.
The Greek athlete attained victory by defeating Iranian competitor Iranian Mohammadian 6-5.
https://twitter.com/HellenicOlympic/status/1686805084984799248
Once again, the...
Economy
US Department of State Releases Investment Climate Report for Greece
On Wednesday, the United States Department of State released Investment Climate Statements, including a report on Greece.
The Investment Climate reports offer valuable insights to US enterprises, enabling them to make well-informed business choices. The reports provide current and comprehensive...
Greek news
USS Gerald R. Ford Aircraft Carrier Pulls into Athens
On Thursday, the US aircraft carrier the USS Gerald R. Ford pulled into Athens for its third port call of the summer deployment.
The USS Gerald Ford, the lead ship of its class in the United States Navy, bears the...
Celebrities
Onassis vs. Niarchos: The Battle of the Legendary Greek Tycoons
Aristotle Onassis and Stavros Niarchos, the two Greek tycoons, had two completely different personalities, but one common destiny—to shape the 20th century in Greece.
Aristotle Onassis was born in 1906 in Smyrna at a time when the city was still...
Greek news
First Signs of Life on Earth Uncovered in Santorini Volcano
Heat-resistant microorganisms were uncovered in the sub-seabed of a Santorini submarine volcano in the first study of its kind.
Business
Greek AI Shipping Startup Acquired by Japanese Automation Giant
Greek AI startup DeepSea, focused on the decarbonisation of shipping fleets, has been taken over by Japanese automation giant Nabtesco.
Greek Food
Why the Greek Diet is the World’s Healthiest
The Greek diet is regarded as one of the healthiest in the world because it's based largely on fruit and vegetables, whole grains, fish, and a small amount of cheese and yogurt.
When many people think of Greek food, pastitso,...