The Forgotten Story of the Last Greek Pope in Rome
Pope Zachary (Zacharias in Greek and Latin) was the last ethnically Greek pope, serving as the head of the Roman Church. Zachary reigned from...
John Koudounis Highlights Sustainability at Eastern Mediterranean Business Summit
Speaking at the Economist-hosted Fifth New York-Eastern Mediterranean Business Summit Greek-American CEO of Calamos Investments John Koudounis, said there is a strong appetite for...
Olympic Flame Officially Handed over in Athens Ceremony
A dusky glow over the Parthenon provided the backdrop for the lighting of the Olympic lantern as part of the flame handover ceremony, ready...
Making Diamonds Doesn’t Require Extreme Pressure Anymore
Researchers, led by Director Rod Ruoff at the Center for Multidimensional Carbon Materials (CMCM) in the Institute for Basic Science (IBS), as well as...
When Jerusalem Was Under Ancient Greek Rule
The ancient Greek period in Jerusalem lasted from 332 to 152 BC following the death of Alexander the Great and the dividing of his...
The Curious Story of Greek Strongman Gust Lessis
Greek strongman Gust Lessis first found fame after moving to the US in 1919. There, he performed feats of incredible strength before audiences at...
China Green-Lights Mass Production of Autonomous Flying Taxis
EHang, a vehicle maker, got the first-ever production certificate in China to produce self-flying taxis. These taxis are called EH216-S. They don't need a...
New Satellite Photos Show Hundreds of ‘Black Spiders’ on Mars
The European Space Agency's Mars Express has snapped the telltale traces of ‘black spiders’ scattered across the southern polar region of Mars.
Rather than being...
China Tells the US They Should Be ‘Partners Rather Than Adversaries’
China's leader Xi Jinping said the US and China should be “partners rather than adversaries” as he met with top American diplomat Antony Blinken...
DNA Analysis Redirects the Cradle of Indo-Europeans, Sheds Light on Proto-Greeks
A recent DNA analysis on 777 ancient genomes from across the so-called Southern Arc, namely Southern Europe and West Asia, redirects the cradle of Indo-Europeans...
Nymphaio, the Fairy-Tale Village of Northern Greece
Nymphaio is a stunning village, often ranked amongst the most beautiful, located just outside Florina in West Macedonia, Greece.
Australian Artist Captures Greece in Year-Long Project
Artist Jason Roberts traveled across Greece for over a year in order to capture images of which he believes encapsulate Greek heritage.
The Remarkable Story of the Greek Spy Who Helped Defeat the Nazis
The story of Helias Doundoulakis is like a good war movie: The story of the Greek spy who helped Greece and the U.S. beat the Nazis
The Mystery of the Tidal Rips of Chalkida, Greece
The mystery and beauty of the phenomenon of Chalkida have captivated the Greeks since ancient times, including the Aristotle himself.
Loukoumades: From the Ancient Olympics to the Present Day
Loukoumades, a favorite sweet delicacy that can be found in every Greek city, have a thousand-year history. There is even literary evidence that loukoumades...
The Sound of Hagia Sophia, Recreated Centuries Later
The sound of Hagia Sophia was recreated recently by two scholars from California’s Stanford University by simply popping a balloon.
Bissera Pentcheva, a professor of...
Autumn on Mainland Greece at Its Best: Must Do Trips
A Must To Do Trip Visit Mailand Greece during Autumn and experienced at its best, because its beauty nature is magical at this season!
Kythera: The Greek Island Where History Meets Beauty
Kythera is an enchanted Greek island with majestic beaches, but with green mountainous terrain also, so there is something for everyone.
Lemnos: Home to Greece’s Unique Desert
People who have not visited the beautiful Greek island of Lemnos may consider it a moonscape due to its arid terrain.
The Charming Villages of Mount Pelion, Greece
Taking a trip to Mt. Pelion in Greece in autumn after the heat of summer is gone when the leaves change colors to beautiful...
Greece’s Unknown Submerged Ancient Bridge
Greece is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful countries in Europe, and the submerged bridge of Itea shows just that
How We Made Crete Our Home
Having found Crete when coming to an All Inclusive in Hersonissos some 14 years ago we instantly fell in love with the island.
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
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...
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...
Mediterranean Chicken Pasta: Balanced and Full-Flavored Meal
The flavorful and nutritious Mediterranean Chicken Pasta recipe combines elements of the culinary tradition of both Italy and Greece.
Greek Gardoumbakia: Mini Kokoretsi Recipe
Greek gardoumbes, or gardoumbakia, are pieces of lamb organ meat wrapped in lamb intestines. It is a traditional Greek delicacy usually served on Easter....
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...