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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...

How You Can Do Mykonos on €60 a Day

Despite its reputation as a luxury spot, you can actually go to Mykonos and enjoy what the island has to offer for a mere 50-60 euros a day.

The Stunning, Natural Heart-Shaped Bays of Greece

Home to many unique and beautiful natural sights, Greece is internationally famed for its stunning landscapes on the mainland, as well as on its...

Johnny Otis: The Greek Blues Legend Who Passed as Black

While James Brown was seen as the godfather of soul music, for many music critics Johnny Otis was considered the godfather of rhythm and...

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...

How Many Cities Are Named Athens Around the World?

Inspired by the Greek capital's long history of democracy, countless cities across the world have adopted the name of Athens as their own.

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....

The Best Trail Running Routes in Greece

Greece has no shortage of impressive mountain ranges, resplendent beaches, and diverse terrains, making it one of the best destinations for trail running. Trail running...

Windmills of Mykonos: The History of a Landmark

In Mykonos, the wind blows all year-long. This is the reason why its windmills have become the island's iconic landmark.

Working from Paradise: Crete Launches Campaign to Entice Digital Nomads

Some weeks ago, the Region of Crete launched the first website in Greece to attract and help digital nomads to live and work from paradise

Top Mythological Sites in Greece

There is something about Greece that sets it apart from many other holiday destinations across the globe; its mythological sites.

Travel to Greece’s Majestic Evia Island

Evia island is one of the most beautiful in Greece, yet it is not advertised like its more glamorous siblings in the Aegean

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...

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...

Chaniotiko Boureki: Cretan Veggie Pie recipe

Boureki is a delicious Cretan veggie pie and here is our traditional recipe on how to make it Ingredients POTATOES 35oz / 1kg ZUCCHINI 35oz / 1...

Humus Ntakos: Recipe

An original recipe for authentic Cretan ntakos with homemade humus

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,...

Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Mushrooms: A Mediterranean Take

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