Greece in Top 5 Countries in Food Waste in the EU
Greece is among the top five countries for food waste in the EU, along with Cyprus, Belgium, Denmark, and Portugal, according to global data...
Confusion in Finding Life Partner Due to Social Media, Study Says
A new study in sociology reveals that many young adults feel uncertain about who to date. Researchers found that over half of young people...
Agesilaus: The Disabled and Greatest King of Sparta
Agesilaus II, born disabled and considered to be the greatest king of Sparta and the first to go on campaign in Asia against the...
Greece Sees First Helicopter Airline for Island Travel
Greece's first and only helicopter airline, launched in late June by Hoper, offers customers the opportunity to hop between 11 island destinations around the...
The Milky Way Really Doesn’t Have That Many Stars After All
A group of astronomers from Yunnan University, the University of Utah, New Mexico State University, and the University of St Andrews have devised a...
“Open to Return Parthenon Sculptures to Greece,” UK Labour Leader Says
United Kingdom Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, the likely winner of Thursday's election, has stated that he is "open to return the Parthenon Sculptures...
Amazingly, Ants Treat Leg Injuries With Lifesaving Amputations
Researchers have made a new discovery about ants in Florida. The ants are now known to perform life-saving procedures on each other, a behavior...
Greece Hit by Brutal Storms, Rain, and 400 Lightning Strikes
Brutal storms and rain showers struck Greece today. There have been rains since this morning in several areas of the country with flooding rampant...
Archaeologists Uncovered Long-Lost Homestead of King Pompey
Archaeologists from the University of New Hampshire (UNH) and a historian from Northeastern University have discovered what they believe to be the long-lost homestead...
Was Ancient Athens Truly a Democracy?
The establishment of democracy in ancient Athens was a crucial moment in human history. It was a type of governance that valued citizen participation...
Things That Set Tourists Apart from Locals at a Greek Beach
When Greeks hit the beach each summer they do it with finesse.
How to Obtain Greek Citizenship: Process and Requirements Explained
Greeks born abroad keep the customs and tradition of Greece, but this doesn’t mean that Greek citizenship is a matter of course.
The Byzantine’s Hidden Impact on Education
The Byzantines, also known as the Eastern Romans, were a literate and articulate people, with a far greater appreciation for education than most of...
The Extermination of Pontic Greeks was a Genocide
The Greek genocide and the Pontic genocide instigated by the Ottoman Empire and the Turkish national movement is a dark moment for Greece
The Greek Tribe of Africa
The name Vlahakis is widespread in Zambia, thanks to a brave Greek man from the island of Crete called Nikolaos Vlahakis who arrived in...
Dinos Christianopoulos, ‘The Poet of Thessaloniki’ Was Rebetiko Scholar
The poet of Thessaloniki and rebetiko scholar Dinos Christianopoulos died in August of 2020, but he left behind him a rich and diverse poetic...
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.
Corfu’s Nostalgic Ghost Village
Old Peritheia is the oldest village of Corfu, which is located in the heart of Mount Pantokrator. Ruined stone mansions and semi-ruined temples with...
Uninhabited Island Destinations in Greece: Uncharted Paradise
Greece is home to thousands of uninhabited Greek island paradises, the perfect travel spots for tourists looking to go off the beaten path.
Historic Dimitsana, the Pride of the Peloponnese in Greece
Dimitsana is a delightful medieval village, located in Arcadia on the Peloponnese in southern Greece just three hours by car from Athens.
The picturesque village...
Hydra Offers History and Stunning Beauty in Complete Serenity
Hydra has long been a destination for artists, musicians, and free spirits inspired by its stunning natural beauty and vibrant port town.
The Most Beautiful Beaches in Cyprus
The island of Cyprus has long been known for the exquisite beaches which line the country's shores.
Pyrrhus of Epirus, the Ancient Greek King who Fought the Romans
Pyrrhus of Epirus (319/318–272 BC) was an ancient Greek general and statesman, widely regarded by his contemporaries and modern historians alike as one of...
Roman Defensive Wall Built to Trap Spartacus Uncovered in Italy
Archaeologists, under the leadership of Dr. Paolo Visona from the University of Kentucky, uncovered a Roman wall designed to confine Spartacus in southern Italy's...
Magnificent Palaces Were the Centers of Power in Bronze Age Greece
Between c. 1400 and 1200 BC, impressive palaces were the focal points of power for the Mycenaeans in Bronze Age Greece.
The appearance of increasingly...
Mysterious Greek Inscription on Ancient Sphinx Deciphered
A mysterious inscription on an ancient Sphinx that puzzled scientists for decades has finally been deciphered as Greek writing.
For decades, scholars examined the drawing,...
Ancient Statue of the God Apollo Uncovered at Philippi, Greece
Students at the archaeological site of Philippi, northern Greece uncovered a marble head of a statue believed to belong to God Apollo, the Ministry...
Did Ancient Greek Hero Odysseus Travel to Ireland?
Homer's Odyssey tells the tale of Odysseus returning to his home after the Trojan War. For a variety of reasons, the trip is not an...
Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe
A traditional recipe for Loukoumades, the delicious Greek fried puffs with honey.
Greek Yogurt Pancakes: Favorite Breakfast Gets Healthy Makeover
Fluffy pancakes can switch high sugar - high cholesterol toppings such as butter, bacon or maple syrup for Greek style yogurt as a more balanced nutritious alternative.
Recipe: Zuchini Fritters Filled with Halloumi Cheese
These Greek Zucchini Fritters recipe filled with halloumi cheese will be a hit on the table and a great appetiser for your special occasion...
Mediterranean Chicken Salad Cups: The Perfect Summer Bites
Summer meals can be a tricky choice, especially after a long day at sea under the sun, when we are looking for dishes that...