Greece Launches Probe on Deaths of Dozens of Elderly at Crete Care Home
A Greek prosecutor on Thursday launched an investigation on the deaths of 68 elderly inmates of a care home at Chania, Crete
Why Calculating the Risk of the AstraZeneca Vaccine is So Difficult
The European Medicines Agency has concluded there’s a possible link between the AstraZeneca vaccine and rare forms of blood clotting.
Mount Athos’ Ban on Females Steeped in History, Mystery
The peninsula of Mount Athos is home to twenty monasteries where only monks are allowed to live and only males are allowed to visit.
Greece To Welcome British Tourists This Summer
Greece is expecting to welcome British tourists with negative coronavirus tests or vaccination certificates on May 17th.
Greece to Recognize Validity of Russia’s Sputnik V Vaccine for Travelers
The Greek government will recognize Russia's Sputnik V vaccine against the coronavirus, a move that will boost tourism from Russia in Greece.
Royal Caribbean Reveals Amazing New Supersized Cruise Ship
Leading cruise holidays provider Royal Caribbean International has revealed its new state-of-the-art cruise ship, Wonder of the Seas.
WA Governor Visits Green Manufacturer ECOS on Earth Day
ECOS, a pioneer in environmentally friendly cleaning products, welcomed Washington Governor Jay Inslee to celebrate Earth Day.
Fear for Cryptocurrency Scandal Rocks Turkey
A Turkish cryptocurrency exchange website named Thodex stopped trading unannounced on Wednesday, spurring fraud allegations.
US Places Greece on Level Four, “Do Not Travel” List
The U.S. added 116 countries to its “Level Four: Do Not Travel” advisory list, including Greece, because of high rates of Covid-19.
Greek Golden Dawn MEP Stripped of Immunity by EU Parliament Committee
The European Parliament’s legal affairs committee voted to lift the immunity of Greek MEP Ioannis Lagos, a former member of Golden Dawn.
Feta vs. Halloumi: Battle of the Greek Cheeses
Halloumi and Feta may just be the most iconic food products from their respective countries of origin, Cyprus and Greece.
Beaches in Greece Rank Among Top Secret Spots in Europe
Greece ranks twice on a list of the top "secret beaches" in Europe featured in the latest edition of Travel + Leisure, a top travel magazine.
Breathtaking Ruins Of Mystras Mark Center of Byzantine Power in Greece
Mystras which lies in the southeastern Peloponnesian Peninsula, was once the center of Byzantine power in southern Greece.
The Spectacular Peach Blossoms of Imathia, Greece
Every spring, the Greek region of Imathia turns into a spectacular quilt of hot pink and vivid green due to the blossoms of its...
The Oldest Greek School in the United States Still Stands
Incredibly, the very first wooden schoolhouse in the United States which is still standing was operated by Greek immigrants.
Ancient Greeks Left Their Mark in Egypt in 591 BC — in Graffiti
The urge to leave your mark for posterity is nothing new, as ancient Greek graffiti carved into an Egyptian Temple clearly shows.
Mon Repos: Prince Philip Was Born on this Greek Villa in Corfu
Prince Philip was born at dining room table of Mon Repos, which means "my rest," and is situated on the coast of the Greek island of Corfu.
The Island of Sifnos, Unassuming Gem of the Western Cyclades
Sifnos, one of the islands of the Western Cyclades, is a balance of beautiful beaches, nightlife, pristine white villages, low-impact tourism.
The Five Best Crowd-Free Tourist Destinations of Greece
Greece is well known for its thousands of beaches that are tourist magnets, bringing millions of travelers every year to the country.
The Best Places For Digital Nomads, Start-Ups in Greece
Greece has been taking steps to create a business environment that would attract so-called digital nomads and ease the founding of start-ups.
Crete’s Ghost Village Hanging on the Edge of a Gorge
Aradena is an abandoned village in the region of Sfakia on the island of Crete sitting at the edge of a gorge.
Attica’s Tiny Islet That Has Its Own Natural Pool
A tiny islet off the coast of Attica near the Kaki Thalassa area has such a shape that it gives the impression it features a swimming pool.
What the Greek Classics Tell Us About Grief and Mourning the Dead
Through the Greek classics, the true meaning of life can be explored by humanity and all the experiences that come with it. By: Joel Christensen As...
Sacred Band of Warriors Part of Classical-Era Greece
One hundred and fifty male couples, known as Thebes’ Sacred Band, or ancient Greece’s army of lovers, was wiped out in a battle in 338 B.C.
The Ancient Greek Treasure of the Amphiareion of Oropos
The Amphiareion of Oropos in East Attica with its temple and theater, is one of the lesser-known treasures of Greek antiquity.
The Ancient Greeks Had Alternative Facts Too – They Were Just More Chill About it
The ancient Greeks had different ways of thinking about narrative and truth than we do today. In an age of deepfakes and alternative facts, it...
Market Economy Thrived in Ancient Greece, 3,000 Years Before Previously Believed
an international team of researchers claim that market economy thrived in Ancient Greece 3,000 years before previously believed.
An Ancient Greek Approach to Risk and the Lessons it Can Offer the Modern World
The ancient Greek approach to risk teaches us lessons that men and women had to endure in their time and compare them to modern life.
Galaktoboureko: Greek Milk Pie Recipe
Here's a traditional recipe for the Greek dessert galaktoboureko, aka Greek milk pie. Syrup SUGAR 2lb/900gr
WATER 14fl oz/400ml
HONEY 1tbsp Boil for 3 minutes and...
Melomakarona – Greek Christmas Cookies
For the dough In a mixer add 350 ml water, 350ml olive oil, 50gr butter, 50ml honey και 50ml raki - mix for one minute. In a cup...
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...