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Halcyon Days: Spring Appears in the Middle of Winter in Greece

With temperatures expected to rise to around 75°F (24°C) this week, Greece will be in the midst of the unique phenomenon known as the Halcyon Days, or Alkyonides Days, allowing for a feel of summer in the midst of...

The Ancient Wine Cup Belonging to Athenian Statesman Pericles

A wine cup believed to belong to ancient Greek politician Pericles discovered in 2014 is the highlight of the Epigraphical Museum in Athens. The cup was discovered in an ancient tomb during excavations for the foundations of a new building...

Shipping Is Part of Greece’s Identity

When pondering why Greeks are so involved in shipping, the answer seems obvious. A country of peninsulas and an archipelago, it is hardly a surprise that men of the Aegean have plied the waters of the Mediterranean and Black...

Hunting for the Real Locations Behind Greek Myths

When it comes to Greek myths it seems that we are just as fascinated as ever. Not all myths are thought to be complete fabrications.

Injured Flamingos in Greece Saved by Wildlife Scouts

A group of scouts rescued two flamingos tangled in fishing line in the wetlands of Lesvos island, Greece, and provided the necessary first aid care. Responding to a citizen's call about flamingos in danger, the two scouts of the Wildlife...

Six Must-Try Greek Foods for Winter Days

Whether you are looking for a warm soup to drive away the winter chill or a hearty, oven-baked meal, Greek food has some of the best comfort dishes for cold days. Get your pen and paper ready and jot down...

Greece Fears Resurgence of Terrorism After Athens Bomb Attack

One day after Saturday's bomb explosion in the heart of Athens across the Ministry of Labor, authorities believe the act signifies a resurgence of terrorism in Greece. Initially, Greek Police (ELAS) believed the bomb that exploded early in the morning...

The Enchanting Story of the Ancient Greek Calf Bearer Sculpture

This is the first photograph of the magnificent statue "The Calf Bearer" when it was discovered on the Acropolis in 1864.

Growing Number of Students in China Learn Greek

More and more students in China are learning Greek as around 10 universities offer Greek programs for undergraduate studies. By Xu Yan “The gorgeous Greek letters and enchanting scenery in Santorini drive me to learn Greek,” said Zisong Wen, a sophomore...

Love Like an Ancient Greek: The Six Types of Love

What is love? Surely there is no single answer to this question, and this is why the Ancient Greeks had six different words to describe love. Knowing these can change your life. By Roman Krznaric Looking for an antidote to modern...

Army of 3,500 Monkeys Invade City Center in Thailand

A massive group of monkeys, numbering in the thousands, has caused significant problems in a city in central Thailand. Many stores and businesses have closed down and moved away. Investors have stopped investing, and the once-bustling city of Lopburi...

Greek Artistic Swimmer Evangelia Platanioti Wins Gold at World Championships

Greek artistic swimmer Evangelia Platanioti won the gold medal in the technical final of the World Aquatics Championships in Doha, Qatar on Saturday. The 29-year-old artistic swimmer gathered 272.9633 points leaving in second place Canada's Jacqueline Simoneau by 3.6866 points...

British Man Strikes Gold Finding Bronze Age Cloak Fastener

A British amateur metal detectorist literally struck gold by making a great archaeological discovery of a gold cloak fastener that dates back to the Bronze Age. The 54-year-old Jonathan Needham found the precious 3,000-year-old artifact on a patch of land...

Greece Offers Free Holidays to Visitors Affected by Last Summer’s Wildfires

Greece offers a week-long free holiday to visitors who had been affected by wildfires on the island of Rhodes last summer. Thousands of tourists had to flee from their hotels and resorts as wildfires ravaged a big part of the...

US Strikes Iran-Linked Militia Targets in Syria and Iraq

The US launched strikes in Iran-linked militia targets in Syria and Iraq in response to Sunday's drone attack on a US military base in Jordan that left three soldiers dead. According to US officials, the coordinated attack was against Iran's...