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...
Top Spots for Sightseeing Around Syntagma Square in Athens
Syntagma Square has literally been the very heart of Athens ever since the city became the capital of the modern Greek state.
The Greek Sponge Diver Who Became a Statue on Kalymnos
Captain Antonis Kampourakis has been diving into the depths of the Aegean sea, scouring the seafloor for precious sponges, for 50 years.
Myspace, the Rise and Fall of an Internet Empire
Between 2005 and 2008, Myspace was the largest social networking site in the world. Its influence on pop culture, technology, and music was immense.
At...
Ancient Cuneiform Tablet Returned to Iraq from US
An ancient cuneiform tablet and prism will be returned to the nation of Iraq after investigators from the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)...
The Liberation of Tripolitsa in the Greek War of Independence
The siege of Tripolitsa, Greece (today's city of Tripolis) was a pivotal moment in the Greek War of Independence, and it remains a point...
Greece’s Ten Best Scuba Diving Spots
Greece is a country with over sixteen thousand kilometers (9,942 miles) of spectacular coastline, which makes it perfect for scuba diving.
Avoid the Crowds on These Tranquil Greek Islands
How would you like to visit a beautiful Greek island inhabited by fewer than two hundred people? Some of the islands we are about...
Explore the Island of Spetses, Close and Yet So Far From Athens
Just a two-hour ferry ride away from Athens, the island of Spetses is a well-known destination for a fabulous weekend getaway.
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.
How We Made Crete Our Home
Having found Crete when coming to an All Inclusive in Hersonissos some 14 years ago we instantly fell in love with the island.
The Isle of Malta, the Heart of the Ancient Mediterranean
The Isle of Malta is currently the smallest member state of the European Union, both in terms of territory and the size of its population.
Discover the Hidden Beauty of Leros Island
Located between Patmos and Kalymnos, Leros is a stunning island in the Dodecanese. The island is isolated and well worth discovering.
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...
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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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta: Balanced and Full-Flavored Meal
The flavorful and nutritious Mediterranean Chicken Pasta recipe combines elements of the culinary tradition of both Italy and Greece.
Greek Dakos Cheesecake Recipe
Try this Dakos Greek Cheesecake recipe for a unique cheesecake that will pleasantly surprise you and your guests.
Ingredients
for the base;
DAKOS RUSK (kritharokoulouro) 60gr/...