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Will Greece Face Water Shortages in This Hottest of Summers?

Greece is facing the possibility of water shortage due to extremely high temperatures and tourist overflow as June turned out to be the hottest ever

Vegetarians, or Pythagoreans, and the Ancient Greece Mathematician

The philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras of ancient Greece avoided consumption of meat. He adhered to what became known as the Pythagorean diet. Pythagoras was,...

New Pitviper Species With Eyelashes Discovered in Thailand

Researchers have discovered a new pitviper species with emerald-green scales and eyelashes among limestone rocks in the forests of Trang province, Thailand. Trimeresurus Ciliaris, a...

Why There Were No Prisons in Ancient Greece?

There weren't prisons in ancient Greece as we know them today, only temporary detention centers as criminals were either fined, exiled, or executed. The concept...

10 Facts You Didn’t Know About ‘Kojak’ Star Telly Savalas

Telly Savalas, best known for portraying Lt. Theo Kojak on the crime drama series Kojak (1973–1978) was a proud Greek who spoke passionately about...

UAE’s Giant Acquires Greek Renewable Energy Company Terna

UAE's state-backed Abu Dhabi Future Energy Co. PJSC (Masdar) has secured a deal to merge with Terna Energy SA, a renewable energy company in...

The True Story of the Black American Apollo

"American Apollo", an opera that opened at the Des Moines Metro Opera, tells the story of a black man, Thomas Eugene McKeller, who had...

Daredevil Captain Performs Nail-Biting Ship Maneuver in Greece Port

A ship with hundreds of passengers on board performed a nail-biting maneuver at the port of Tinos, Greece with social media users divided on...

New Piranha Species Discovered Named Sauron

A new piranha species was discovered in the Amazon which resembles the fiery eye symbol for the villain Sauron from J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord...

Aphrodite Signified More Than Beauty for the Ancient Greeks

For the ancient Greeks, Aphrodite was about so much more than love and beauty. In an overarching way, she was the goddess of consensus,...

Ellis Island: The First Sight of America for Thousands of Greeks

All the Greeks who arrived in the New World on April 11, 1890, had to pass through Ellis Island, which became the designated immigration...

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....

George Jarvis Commemorated for Role in Greek War of Independence

A churchyard in Argos, Mycenae was where the life of one of the most notable philhellenes, George Jarvis, was commemorated on July 27.

Theodoriana: The Fairy Tale Greek Village with the Double Waterfall

The breathtaking village of Theodoriana, nestled in the Tzoumerka mountain range in Greece, looks like something out of a fairy tale.

Victoria Hislop Praises Cretans Who Helped Make TV Series Possible

Victoria Hislop praised the generosity of the Greek people this week, saying their help made her new Greece-based television series possible.

Tarpon Distillery: The Iconic Greek Town in Florida Has Its Own Ouzo!

The iconic Greek-American town of Tarpon Springs, Florida, now distills its very own Ouzo, named "Papous Ouzo."

The Most Beautiful Beaches in Cyprus

The island of Cyprus has long been known for the exquisite beaches which line the country's shores.

The Best Trail Running Routes in Greece

Greece has no shortage of impressive mountain ranges, resplendent beaches, and diverse terrains, making it one of the best destinations for trail running. Trail running...

Ten Lesser-Known Greek Villages and Towns That Will Blow Your Mind

Justly renowned for its seaside resorts and its endless beaches, Greece also hides some places which are either completely unknown or little known to...

8 Reasons to Visit the Greek Volcanic Island of Nisyros

Nisyros is one of the most beautiful Aegean islands, still untouched by tourism growth. It is part of the Dodecanese group of islands, situated between Kos and Tilos. The island extends over a surface of 41 km and its coastline is 28 km long.

The statue of Greek Goddess Athena in Mexico’s Guadalajara

A modern-age bronze statue of the ancient Greek goddess Athena has become a symbol of the city of Guadalajara in western Mexico.

Kaimaktsalan: The Winter Mykonos of Greece

Palaios Agios Athanasios or Tsegani is a traditional village at the foot of Mount Vorras or Kaimaktsalan, on the Piperitsa summit, next to Lake Vegoritida in Western Macedonia.

What Did Archaeologist Arthur Evans Take From Knossos?

According to a curator at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, England, former museum keeper and renowned archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans, lobbied authorities of Crete...

Were Ancient Greeks Obsessed With Board Games?

Ancient Greeks spent much of their time playing board games practically on a daily basis. They were a beloved part of ancient Greek culture....

Was Pericles a Dictator? Thucydides Thought So

Pericles is known to have been a great Athenian statesman, perhaps the greatest, but Thucydides claimed he may actually not have been very favorable...

How the Ancient Greeks Celebrated the Summer Solstice

The summer solstice, or the longest day of the year, was celebrated by ancient cultures across the world, including the Ancient Greeks. In fact, celebrations...

The Moment Statue of Ancient God Helios Was Unearthed in Athens

A magnificent marble bust of Helios, the ancient Greek sun god, that was unearthed at the ancient Agora of Athens in 1970 is one...

Zenodotus of Ephesus: The First Librarian of Alexandria

Zenodotus of Ephesus was an ancient Greek scholar and the first librarian of the Library of Alexandria. He was also the first person in...

Chocolate Dipped Melomakarona Recipe

A spin of the traditional Melomakarona, the chocolate filled Greek Christmas cookies are a great dessert for the holiday meals. In a bowl • WATER 17...

Five Easy Summer Recipes With a Greek Spirit

Multifaceted, bright, refreshing like the waves of the Mediterranean Sea, Greek cuisine has won millions of hearts all over the world. Traditional Greek dishes along...

Toursi: The Greek Pickles

  Pickles, kimchi, toursi: all names for one of the oldest known preparations. Pickles are a culinary tradition almost all over the world, thanks to...

Kalitsounia: Sweet Cretan Pastries Recipe

Kalitsounia is an amazing cheese-filled sweet pastry traditionally made on the Greek island of Crete. Here's our authentic recipe: For the filling: • SWEET MIZITHRA OR...