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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...

Search Called Off for Missing American on Amorgos, Greece

The search in Greece for missing American Albert Calibet who went missing during a hike on Amorgos has reached its conclusion, his brother announced...

Feta vs. Halloumi: Battle of the Greek Cheeses

Halloumi and Feta may just be the most iconic food products from their respective countries of origin, Cyprus and Greece.

Davelis: The Greek Jesse James and the Haunted Treasure Cave

The name of Christos Davelis has become a Greek legend. He was a hardened highway robber, a loved and feared outlaw, a ladies' man,...

Philhellene Samuel Gridley Howe in the Greek War of Independence

In this year of the Bicentennial of the Greek War of Independence, the stories of many notable philhellenes are being told. One of the...

The Greek Heart Surgeon Who Has Operated on 15,000 Children For Free

Dr. Kalangos began his career as a cardiovascular surgeon at the Geneva Medical School Hospital in Switzerland in 1993. In 1998.

Stone Age Tools on Crete Show Man Sailed the Mediterranean 130,000 Years Ago

Stone age tool finds on Crete in 2010 indicate that man traveled the Mediterranean 130,000 years ago, and not 10,000 years ago as originally believed, according to Science magazine.

The World’s Oldest Living Olive Tree is in Crete, Greece

Scientists estimate that the olive tree has been in the village of Ano Vouves in Chania for more than 3000 years.

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.

Top Mysteries and Strange Phenomena in Greece

If Mulder and Scully, investigators from the "The X-Files," were to visit Greece, would there be strange destinations for them to examine?

The Best Swimming Pools at Santorini Hotels

The island of Santorini in Greece has some of the best swimming pools the world over to offer as long as you know where to look.

A Medieval Labyrinth: The Village of Mesta on the Greek Island of Chios

Featuring medieval architecture, Mesta is one of the most beautiful and well-preserved villages on the island of Chios.

Why Greek Island Houses Are Blue and White

World famous destinations such as Mykonos and Santorini are easy to identify in photos thanks in part to their distinct architecture. Influencers love taking...

Kythera: The Greek Island Where History Meets Beauty

Kythera is an enchanted Greek island with majestic beaches, but with green mountainous terrain also, so there is something for everyone.

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...

Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Mushrooms: A Mediterranean Take

A Mediterranean version of stuffed mushrooms dishes would be the chicken Shawarma stuffed mushrooms recipe.

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...

Recipe for Kourabiedes, Greece’s Christmas Shortbread Cookies

Kourabiedes are some of the most famous Greek Christmas cookies. They are a kind of shortbread cookie. Perfectly sweet and satisfying, they are filled...

Melomakarona – The Quintessential Greek Christmas Cookie

Melomakarona are some of the most beloved of all Greek cookies. Made with olive oil, flour, honey, and citrus, melomakarona are much healthier than...