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Who Was Gordias, Father of King Midas?
King Midas is a famous figure from Greek mythology. Anything he touched would turn to gold. Far less famous, however, is his father Gordias....
Kostis Palamas, One of the Greatest Greek Poets
Kostis Palamas was not only one of the major Greek poets of modern times. He was also one of the most inspiring figures of...
Who Was King Ninus of Assyria in Greek Mythology?
We do not normally associate Greek mythology with lands as far away as the Middle East. Nonetheless, ancient Greek records speak of a mysterious...
Ancient Greek Shields Struck Fear Into Enemy
As far back as the eighth century BC, the ancient Greeks had invented a large, round shield, or aspis that became an essential part of warfare
The First Weather Forecaster: The Ancient Greek Theophrastus
Greek philosopher Theophrastus (c. 372 BC, Eresus, Lesbos — c. 287) was a Greek philosopher and pupil of Aristotle and perhaps the first weather...
Who Were the Hellenistic Jews, and Why Do They Matter?
The Hellenization of much of the world brought about by the conquests of Alexander the Great saw peoples of many different cultures and religions...
Greeks Work Long Hours but Paid Little EU Statistics Show
Greeks work long hours but their pay is low compared with their EU counterparts, recently released statistics by Eurostat reveal.
In 2023, 7.1 percent of...
Twelve Labors of Hercules Exemplify Greek Mythology
The Twelve Labours of Hercules occupy a special place in the pantheon of Greek mythology, exemplifying the ancient beliefs of the Greeks.
April 27, 1941: The Day German Troops Stormed Athens
It was on Sunday, April 27, 1941, when German troops entered Athens. The capital's residents remained stubbornly locked up in their homes.
The hoisting of...
Ancient Greek Theater of Dodona Being Restored to Former Glory
The ancient Greek sanctuary and theater of Dodona located in Epirus, northwestern Greece, are part of a uniquely historic site in the country, home to...


