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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...

Skeletal Remains Locked in Eternal Embrace at ‘China’s Pompeii’

Skeletal remains locked in eternal embrace are some of the poignant exhibits of a museum at a prehistoric archaeological site in central China dubbed...

Aristotle Halikias on Greek Heritage; Banking and National Hellenic Museum

Republic Bank of Chicago Chairman Aristotle Halikias, a prominent Greek American of Chicago whose financial institution has been serving Illinois for decades, talks about...

Ten Delicious Greek Foods You Must Absolutely Try

Greece is undeniably home to some of the best, and healthiest, food to be found anywhere in the entire world.

Ancient Greece Meets Anglicanism at London’s St. Pancras New Church

The St. Pancras New Church is a Greek Revival church in the Bloomsbury/St. Pancras neighborhood in London. Even though its name suggests otherwise, it...

Workshop of Pheidias in Ancient Olympia Restored

Greece's Central Archaeological Council (KAS) has approved the restoration of the workshop of iconic ancient sculptor Pheidias in Ancient Olympia. Pheidias, who lived from approximately...

Kalymnos: The Best Rock Climbing Destination in Greece

Kalymnos is considered one of the best rock climbing destinations in the world.

Jennifer Aniston’s Greek Ancestor Fought in the Cretan Revolt of 1878

While most fans know that Jennifer Aniston has Greek roots, most would be surprised to discover that her Greek great-grandfather actually fought in the...

Greece’s Andros Island Beckons New York Times Readers

Greece's Andros Island, a pearl of the Cyclades archipelago, has been listed among the top 52 "most cherished" places in the world.

Tinos: This Unique Greek Island Will Enchant You

The Greek island of Tinos is steeped in history and beauty and home to sacred religious and historic sites, as well as to history...

Vikos Gorge: The Greek Grand Canyon

The Vikos Gorge is known as the "Greek Grand Canyon" because of its dizzying cliffs and stunning heights.

Trizonia: The Unknown Greek Island Onassis Almost Bought

This is the famed island which, after visiting it in the 1960’s, Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis attempted to buy.

From Thermia to Kythnos: The Evolution of a Greek Island

The island of Kythnos in Greece, which has evolved immensely in the past few years, is also called Thermia (or Thermiá), at least since...

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.

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.

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...

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.

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...

Traditional Recipe for the Greek Sweet Bread Tsoureki

Tsoureki, or Greek sweet bread, is a favorite delicacy throughout the Christmas and Easter holidays in Greece. This traditional recipe for Tsoureki includes all...

Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter

In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...