Giant Squid Caught in Greece
A fish tavern owner in Evia, Greece caught a giant squid (kalamari) recently, which weighs 15 kg (33 lbs) a rare size for Greek...
Levissi: The Ghost Village in Turkey Once Home to 10,000 Greeks
The ghost village of Levissi (known today as Kayaköy) was once a bustling Greek village on the slopes of a hill in the district...
Hundreds of WWII German Bombs Unearthed at Athens’s Hellinikon
A total of 314 WWII German bombs have been discovered during work on a massive urban development project at the former airport complex of...
Germany Takes Aim at Greece for Not Giving Ukraine Patriot Systems
Germany has criticized its NATO allies Spain and Greece for not donating their Patriot air-defense systems to Ukraine.
Kyiv has said it needs at least...
Greece to Hand Over Olympic Flame for Paris 2024
After its journey through Greece for 11 days, the Olympic Flame will be handed over to the delegation of the "Paris 2024" Organising Committee...
The Role of Slavery in Ancient Greece
Slavery in Ancient Greece was acceptable and common, as in most organized societies of the time, yet with differences between city states
China Releases World’s First Moon Atlases
China has reached a new frontier within lunar exploration and scientific research with its release of the world's first complete high-definition geologic atlases of...
Researchers Find Evidence That Brains Are Getting Bigger
A new study suggests our brains might be growing larger over time. This finding could prove useful in fighting memory loss as we age.
Researchers...
Ancient Greek General Archytas was Founder of Mathematical Mechanics
Archytas of Tarentum, who was born around the year 435 BC in what is now Taranto, Apulia, Italy, was another in a long line...
Pre-Roman Necropolis with 88 Tombs Discovered in Southern Italy
A necropolis from the pre-Roman era, full of rich grave artifacts, has been discovered in southern Italy during excavations for the construction of an...
All the Unbelievable Ways Nicolas Cage Blew His $200 Million Fortune
Hollywood actor Nicolas Cage has led blockbuster films for decades, but the star has proven his financial irresponsibility with the fortune he amassed from...
Nostalgic Greek Sweets and Treats from Bygone Days
Greek sweets are famously decadent and delicious. There are a number of traditional sweets that remind Greeks of bygone days when kids enjoyed carnivals...
The Vampire Who Haunted Mykonos Island
Mykonos, Greece's most famous island, is well-known for its luxurious amenities, party atmosphere, and the Hollywood celebrities who visit the island each year. However,...
Anniversary of the Battle of Navarino: Major Victory in Greece’s War of Independence
One of the most crucial dates in Greece's War of Independence is October 20, 1827. It was on this date that a coalition of European...
Henry Miller and the “Light of Greece”
Henry Miller, one of the great American writers, was enamored with Greece and his favorite book he wrote is a travelogue of the country
Lefkada Island in the Ionian Sea: A Touch of the Caribbean in Greece
Located in the Ionian sea, Lefkada is a stunning island, even by Greek standards. It connects to the mainland by a small bridge and...
Gorge Of Richtis: A Lush Hiking Destination in Eastern Crete
The Richtis Gorge in eastern Crete may not be as well known as the Samaria Gorge, but it is a lush paradise. It's a very special place.
The Globetrotting Greek Family Sharing Their Travels on YouTube
A four-member Greek family are a YouTube sensation through their often funny, and even more often unlikely adventures as they tour the globe.
The Best Places For Digital Nomads, Start-Ups in Greece
Greece has been taking steps to create a business environment that would attract so-called digital nomads and ease the founding of start-ups.
The Awe-Inspiring Natural Landscape of Greece’s Zagori
Zagori is an awe-inspiring natural landscape with an incredibly well-preserved network of 46 villages and features national parks, rivers and waterfalls.
Prasonisi, Rhodes: Greek Island in Winter, Peninsula in Summer
Prasonisi in Rhodes, the biggest Greek island of the Dodecanese, is a stunning beach that surprises visitors depending on when they visit. It transforms...
Greece’s Top Winter Destinations
Greece is known around the world for its sunny summers, white sand beaches, and crystal- clear waters, but there is another equally magical and...
The Oldest Song Survived in Its Entirety Is Ancient Greek
The oldest song to have survived in its entirety is a first-century A.D. Greek tune known as the “Seikilos Epitaph.”
The song, the melody of...
Eupalinos Tunnel, a Masterpiece of Ancient Engineering on Samos, Greece
Even by modern standards, the ancient Tunnel of Eupalinos on Samos, Greece is considered a marvel of engineering and craftsmanship.
Built around 550 BC, it's...
When Athens Revolted Against Macedon’s Hegemony in Greece
Alexander the Great died unexpectedly in 323 BC, suddenly leaving his vast empire without a leader. Sensing a chance to break free of the...
The Questions Ancient Greeks Asked the Oracle of Dodona
The ancient Greek sanctuary and theater of Dodona, home to the oldest oracle, and located in Epirus, northwestern Greece, are part of a uniquely...
Divers Can Now Explore Four Ancient Shipwrecks in Greece
Four stunning ancient shipwrecks off central Greece can now be explored by amateur divers, the Ministry of Culture announced recently.
The shipwrecks at the sites...
Royal Navy Names Submarine After Greek King Agamemnon
The Royal Navy's latest Astute Class submarine built by BAE Systems, due to be launched later this year, has been officially named Agamemnon, after...
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...
Recipe: Galaktoboureko, the Most Beloved Greek Dessert
Here's a traditional recipe for the Greek dessert galaktoboureko, aka Greek milk, or custard, pie.
Greece is known around the world for its delicious cuisine,...
Vasilopita Recipe: Greek New Year’s Cake
The story of the Greek Orthodox custom of the vasilopita with the lucky coin inside begins in Asia Minor, and more specifically in the...
Gyros Street Tacos: Delicious Greek Mexican Fusion
When the most popular street foods of two of the world's most celebrated cuisines meet, the result is Churrasco-Style Gyros Street Tacos.