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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...

The Unique Greek Tea Made From Olive Leaves

Since the times of Ancient Greece, people used leaves of the Greek olive tree as a folk medicine, which was also brewed as a...

The 20 Most Common Greek Last Names

If you're in a crowd in Greece and shout "Mr. Papadopoulos," the most common surname in Greece, chances are that at least one man will turn his head.

Top 10 Strangest Things Found on Google Earth, Including in Greece

Since the advent of geobrowser Google Earth, a number of strange and mysterious phenomena around the globe are visible to everyday internet users, including...

How the Moon Helped Free Cargo Ship Ever Given in Suez Canal

The Suez Canal, reopened this week after the "Ever Given" was finally freed from the side of the canal after the full moon gave it a boost.

Zaros: The Cretan Village that Became World Famous for its Water

The beautiful village of Zaros on the Greek island of Crete, sits at the foot of Psiloritis Mountain at an altitude of about 400 meters.

The Day the Peak of Mount Olympus Was Finally Conquered

In August 1913, the first climbers reached Mount Olympus’s highest peak, famed for its place in Greek mythology as home of the Twelve Olympian...

How to Experience Athens on a Budget of €10 a Day

Now that you have arrived in Athens, how do you enjoy all that the ancient city has to offer on a budget? It might be easier than you think.

Halkidiki: The Top Ten Best Beaches on Greece’s Spectacular Peninsula

Halkidiki (or Chalkidiki) is a peninsula which is part of the region of Central Macedonia in northern Greece.

The Unparalleled Beauty of Tzoumerka Cave in Greece

The cave in Tzoumerka, Epirus is one of the most impressive and most visited natural wonders of Greece and an ideal destination all year round.

Top Mythological Sites in Greece

There is something about Greece that sets it apart from many other holiday destinations across the globe; its mythological sites.

Ten Majestic Aegean Sea Churches in Greece Dedicated to the Virgin Mary

There are a large number of Aegean churches throughout Greece Some humble and unpretentious here is a list of the most majestic.

The Best Places to Visit on Your First Trip to Greece

While planning your first trip to Greece, you may be overwhelmed with the many marvelous destinations the country has to offer.

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...

Recipe: Imam Baildi aka Greek Stuffed Eggplants

Here's a traditional recipe of Imam baildi, aka Greek stuffed eggplants, a Greek favorite dish. Try it with our favorite olive oil: https://goo.gl/AJgSH2 from...

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....

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/...

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.