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Africa
Meet the Greek Educator Turned Author in Africa
“When you come to Africa, you think you will change her -- but she changes you. You learn about yourself, you redefine your values”
Ancient Greece
Neanderthal Man’s Recreated Face Takes Internet By Storm
A recreation of a Neanderthal man's face is turning heads all over the world not only for its strong resemblance to our own physiognomy today but also because of the good humor it exudes as much as 70,000 years...
Ancient Greece
The Oceanids: Powerful Water Nymphs of Ancient Greek Mythology
In Greek mythology, there are over 3,000 Oceanids, or water nymphs. Although most commonly associated with water, not every Oceanid has an aquatic connection. Some were even linked to land.
The Oceanids are the daughters of two Titans, the pre-Olympian,...
Ancient Greece
Korean Boyband BTS Inspired by Ancient Greek Mythology
K-pop megastars BTS who met President Biden at the White House on Tuesday have referenced and drawn inspiration from Ancient Greek mythology.
“Hi, we’re BTS, and it is a great honor to be invited to the White House today to...
Culture
How Mask Wearing Has Altered Innate Human Drive for Connection
Mask wearing-- as laudable as it has been -- has in some ways cast a monkey wrench into normal interpersonal relations.
Ancient Greece
Treasures from Hub of Ancient Greek Civilization at Volos Museum
A hub of ancient Greek civilization, the area around Magnesia's capital city of Volos is rich in historical treasures.
Ancient Greece
Outer Space: The Setting of Ancient Greek Myths
Our solar system was always a source of fascination for the ancient Greeks, and outer space features prominently across the scientific, philosophical, and mythological output of ancient Greek society.
Ancient Greeks referred to constellations as "katasterismoi," which translates to "placings...
Culture
Alki Zei: The Greek Author Who Helped Kids Understand Difficult Issues
Greek author Alki Zei has helped countless generations of Greek children understand some aspects of life that are difficult to comprehend—neglect, drug addiction, war, poverty, fascism, and racism—preparing them for the realities of the world with tenderness and great...
Greece
Manolis Chiotis: Star of Greek Music was Bouzouki Virtuoso
Manolis Chiotis is considered to be one of the greatest bouzouki players of all time. The musician, composer, and singer revolutionized Greek music with his four-course bouzouki and made music from Greece popular across the world, even in the...
Culture
Fisherman on a Mission to Save the Kaiki, Greece’s Iconic Fishing Boat
In 2007, the European Union announced a new policy to bring a balance between fishing resources and all the related activities surrounding it, including the destruction of Greece's iconic 'kaiki' fishing boats, in an effort to address the depletion...