Top Greek International Soccer Player Says Hardships Made Him Stronger
Top Greek international footballer Tasos Douvikas told a public event that the "many hardships" in his career gave him strength to continue.
Meta Ad-Free Model Violates Competition Law, EU Says
Last year, Meta introduced a new way for users in the European Union to pay for Instagram and Facebook without seeing ads. They hoped...
How Did the Greeks Settle the Island of Chios Anyway?
The island of Chios has been a Greek island for thousands of years. Even today, it is still a popular destination within the Greek...
Ancient “City of the Dead” With Mummy Tombs Found in Egypt
A terrifying site dubbed "City of the Dead" with more than 300 mummy tombs has been discovered in the ancient city of Aswan, Egypt.
The...
The Other Side of Greece’s Mykonos You Must See
When one hears the island name Mykonos, images of beautiful beaches, vacationing international celebrities, wild VIP parties, and fashionistas walking the narrow streets come...
Coldplay Music Video in Greece Shows Athens at Its Best
Coldplay has released a music video filmed in the Greek capital of Athens, and it truly shows the city at its best. If you...
New Nightjars Bird Species Discovered on Lesser Sunda Islands
Nightjars are medium-sized birds that are active at night and eat insects. They belong to the family Caprimulgidae and the order Caprimulgiformes.
You can find...
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...
Sydney Opera House Bedecked in Greek Flag for Greek Bicentennial
A spectacular scene at the Sydney Opera House as the white "sails" of the building were enveloped in a banner representing the Greek Flag.
Aristotle Onassis: Greece’s Larger Than Life Tycoon
Aristotle Onassis was one of the most famous Greeks in the entire world in the 20th century, a visionary and one of the richest men
Mount Pelion’s Beaches are A Top Family Destination
Mount Pelion is a mountain located in Central Greece. This hook-like peninsula has become a dream family vacation destination.
5 Mysteries From the Ancient World That Remain Unexplained
Certain mysteries from the ancient world remain largely unexplained today and continue to puzzle scientists and researchers.
For instance, circular megalithic constructions have appeared in...
The Friendship Between Thomas Jefferson and Adamantios Korais
Philologist Adamantios Korais and Thomas Jefferson exchanged important correspondence during the Greek War of Independence.
Satoshi Nakamoto, Creator of Bitcoin: Who is Behind the Pseudonym?
"Satoshi Nakamoto" is universally credited as the founder of the now ubiquitous cryptocurrency Bitcoin, but who is Nakomoto?
Spending a Day in Plaka, the Oldest Neighborhood in Athens
Spending a day in the Plaka district in Athens is an experience that stays with travelers for a lifetime.
Treasure From the Sea: The Salt Flats of Messolonghi
Salt has played a crucial role in the history of civilization, enabling food to be preserved over the winters until the modern miracles of...
River Cave Aggitis in Greece Among the Most Spectacular in Europe
The Aggitis river cave, is one of the largest and most spectacular river caves in all of Europe, it is located in northern Greece, near the city of Drama.
British Author’s Love Letter to Greek Island of Zakynthos
The Greek island of Zakynthos is yet another idyllic Greek island offering rich history, and cultural treasures, along with beaches galore.
Nymphaio, the Fairy-Tale Village of Northern Greece
Nymphaio is a stunning village, often ranked amongst the most beautiful, located just outside Florina in West Macedonia, Greece.
The Sheer Beauty and Rich Tradition of Syros Island, Greece
Syros Island has a long history that started millennias ago. This explains the differences in architecture and the buildings in the capital.
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 Gardoumbakia: Mini Kokoretsi Recipe
Greek gardoumbes, or gardoumbakia, are pieces of lamb organ meat wrapped in lamb intestines. It is a traditional Greek delicacy usually served on Easter....
Chaniotiko Boureki: Cretan Veggie Pie recipe
Boureki is a delicious Cretan veggie pie and here is our traditional recipe on how to make it
Ingredients
POTATOES 35oz / 1kg
ZUCCHINI 35oz / 1...
Mediterranean Chicken Salad Cups: The Perfect Summer Bites
Summer meals can be a tricky choice, especially after a long day at sea under the sun, when we are looking for dishes that...