Filmmaker Noaz Deshe on His Greek Refugee Camp Film Xoftex
Filmmaker Noaz Deshe has recently been interviewed about the creation of his new film Xoftex on asylum seekers and Europe's right wing shift. Xoftex...
Desert Moss Can Survive on Mars, Scientists Suggest
Researchers now believe a simple desert moss might be key to establishing life on Mars. Chinese scientists have discovered that Syntrichia caninervis, a moss...
Ancient Greek Girl Buried Wearing Ceramic Flower Wreath
The skull of an Ancient Greek girl with a ceramic flower wreath has been discovered. These remains have been dated circa 400 to 300...
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...
Musk vs. Bezos: Real Rivals or Fake Feud?
Many Silicon Valley entrepreneurs collaborate closely behind the scenes; is this the case for the world's two richest men, Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos?
By...
Mykonos vs Santorini: The Battle of the Greek Giants
Mykonos and Santorini are the absolute giants when it comes to a holiday on the Greek islands. Pictures of the two islands are often...
Filiki Eteria: The Group That Sparked the Greek War of Independence
The Filiki Eteria (Φιλική Εταιρία), or the Society of Friends, as it was otherwise known, was founded on September 14, 1814 and played a...
The Ethnic Cleansing of Greeks from Gallipoli in 1915
Thousands of Greeks living on the Gallipoli peninsula in modern-day Turkey were victims of the ethnic cleansing and genocide of minorities, particularly Greeks, Armenians,...
There’s a Complex History of Skin Lighteners in Africa and Beyond
An estimated four out of 10 women in Africa use skin lightening products, a risky process that dates back to ancient times.
Cavafy: The Greek Poet Master at Saying a Lot with Very Little
Greek poet Konstantinos Kavafis brought an international aura to modern Greek poetry, by being a master at saying a lot with very little.
Windmills of Mykonos: The History of a Landmark
In Mykonos, the wind blows all year-long. This is the reason why its windmills have become the island's iconic landmark.
Lake Melissani in Kefalonia Dazzles with Its Turquoise Waters
Lake Melissani on the Greek island of Kefalonia, also known as Melissani Cave, is among the most astonishing lakes in the world.
A Magical Getaway to the Greek Island of Halki
Halki island is a haven of peace and natural remedy for anxiety. Its emerald waters, its history and culture are unique features.
10 Breathtaking, Little-known Greek Islands
The Greek islands are well-known for their natural beauty. Some of them are synonymous with summer vacations and are extremely popular tourist destinations worldwide....
The Mon Repos Villa in Corfu, Greece, Where Prince Philip Was Born
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.
Lousios Gorge: A Hike in Arcadia, Greece
Lousios Gorge has been inhabited for centuries in Greece, mainly by hermits and monks who lived in caves. Two monasteries located near the gorge...
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...
Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter
In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...
Recipe: Galaktoboureko, the Most Beloved Greek Dessert
Here's a traditional recipe for the Greek dessert galaktoboureko, aka Greek milk, or custard, pie.
Greece is known around the world for its delicious cuisine,...
Traditional Recipe for the Greek Sweet Bread Tsoureki
Tsoureki, or Greek sweet bread, is a favorite delicacy throughout the Christmas and Easter holidays in Greece. This traditional recipe for Tsoureki includes all...
Semolina Halva Recipe
Here's a traditional recipe fro the delicious Greek desert Halva with Semolina.
Ingredients
250ml sunflower oil
14oz – 400gr semolina flour
5lb – 700gr sugar
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