When Ronaldo Was Brought to Tears by Greece in His First Euro
Greece and Slovenia were the teams that brought tears to Christiano Ronaldo in his first and last Euro finals.
Portugal's superstar was caught crying after...
Identity of Notorious Serial Killer Jack the Ripper Revealed
A former police volunteer has unearthed new medical evidence she believes identifies Jack the Ripper, the 19th-century serial killer responsible for some of the...
Donald Trump Immune From Criminal Prosecution, Supreme Court Rules
The US Supreme Court has ruled that Donald Trump may claim immunity from criminal prosecution for some of the actions he took as President...
Ancient Eleutherna on Crete Reveals Story of the Dawn of Greek Civilization
Ancient Eleutherna, located on the northwest foot of Mount Ida on Crete, has been revealing archaeological treasures from the dawn of Greek civilization.
At 380...
Surveyor Assaulted on Mykonos Killed in Mafia-Style Execution in Athens
A 54-year-old man was shot in a car in Psychiko, northern Athens, on Tuesday morning in what police believe was a mafia-style execution.
Police in...
Onassis’ ‘Christina O’ Offered in the Open Market for the First Time
Aristotle Onassis's historic yacht 'Christina O' is being offered in the open market for the first time for an asking price of €90,000,000 ($96,500,000),...
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 had...
Search Called Off for Missing American on Amorgos, Greece
The search in Greece for missing American Albert Calibet who went missing during a hike on Amorgos has reached its conclusion, his brother announced...
Skeletal Remains Locked in Eternal Embrace at ‘China’s Pompeii’
Skeletal remains locked in eternal embrace are some of the poignant exhibits of a museum at a prehistoric archaeological site in central China dubbed...
Aristotle Halikias on Greek Heritage; Banking and National Hellenic Museum
Republic Bank of Chicago Chairman Aristotle Halikias, a prominent Greek American of Chicago whose financial institution has been serving Illinois for decades, talks about...
The Food Artist Whose Viral Recipe Caused Shortage of Greek Feta Cheese
The Finnish food artist behind the mouthwatering baked feta pasta recipe that has gone viral on social media worldwide.
Karpathos: The Greek Island Where Women Dominate
Karpathos, the second-largest island in the Dodecanese island chain, is a place where women dominate.
Greece’s Dazzling Milos Island
Milos is a volcanic island, and is the south-westernmost island in the Cyclades group.
Who Was King Ninus of Assyria in Greek Mythology?
We do not normally associate Greek mythology with lands as far away as the Middle East. Nonetheless, ancient Greek records speak of a mysterious...
Greece’s Top Winter Destinations
Greece is known around the world for its sunny summers, white sand beaches, and crystal- clear waters, but there is another equally magical and...
The Customs and Traditions of a Typical Greek Wedding, Explained
Greek weddings are festive events with many traditions stemming from both the Greek Orthodox church and from cultural superstitions.
Lake Plastiras: Greece’s Idyllic Man-Made Lake that Looks Like Switzerland
Lake Plastiras, located in central Greece, is known as "Little Switzerland" for its idyllic landscape that resembles the Swiss Alps. The stunning blue lake...
Palatial Villa for Rent in Corfu Boasts Island’s Aristocratic Past
Villa 1870 is a truly unique rental on Corfu, Greece encompassing the island's aristocratic past combined with all the modern facilities required for the...
Yoga in Greece: The Perfect Idea for Your Summer Break
Greece has one more reason to become your next summer destination, and that's none other than yoga.
The country is emerging as an excellent choice...
Greece’s Unique Delta of the Mornos River Under Threat
The wetlands surrounding the Mornos River in Central Greece are home to a unique and threatened ecosystem.
By Lia Mageira
After the construction of the Mornos...
Gorge Of Richtis: A Lush Hiking Destination in Eastern Crete
The Richtis Gorge in eastern Crete may not be as well known as the Samaria Gorge, but it is a lush paradise. It's a very special place.
Lefkada Island in the Ionian Sea: A Touch of the Caribbean in Greece
Located in the Ionian sea, Lefkada is a stunning island, even by Greek standards. It connects to the mainland by a small bridge and...
Artifacts in Greek Mythology That Hold Supernatural Powers
Greek mythology is full of artifacts endowed with supernatural powers, in addition to a myriad of unforgettable gods, demigods, creatures, and characters.
These items are...
The Unknown Legendary Ancestry of Greek Scientist Pythagoras
Pythagoras is one of the most famous figures from the ancient Greek world. His life is the subject of interest to many historians, and...
Ancient Greek Crown of Pure Gold Found in Box Under Man’s Bed
A British pensioner found a 2,300 year old ancient Greek crown packed with crumpled old newspapers in an old cardboard box under his bed.
Popular English Names You Had No Idea Were Actually Greek
It may come as a surprise to many parents choosing a name for their child, but many of the most popular English names are actually Greek!
Did People in Ancient Rome and Greece Love the Same Way We Do?
Since the time of ancient Rome and Greece, people have dealt with the difficult emotion of love– in all its glory and calamity –...
Democracies, Republics, and Ancient Greek Philosophy
By Dimitris Aristopoulos
Occasionally, there is discussion about how democratic Western governments truly are. Are they the type of democracy with which the ancient Greeks...
Greek Octopus Recipe for a Delicious ‘Sarakosti’
If you happen to travel to Greece during the period leading up to Easter, you will see menus and food posters that are slightly...
Shrimp And Gyros Skewers: Where The Mountains Meet The Sea
Next time that you are feeling indecisive about fish (well, seafood!) or meat for dinner, why not try the shrimp and gyros skewers.
Pastitsio Recipe, aka Greek Oven-Baked Pasta
Pastitsio is a traditional and famous Greek pasta dish topped with ground beef and bechamel sauce.
Ingredients
For the minced meat
21 oz / 600 gr ground...
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...




