The Forgotten History of Greece’s Kingdom of Thessalonica
In the turbulent years following the conquest of Constantinople in 1204 during the Fourth Crusade, a number of newly-born Latin and Byzantine Greek states...
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...
State Department Report Criticizes Greece’s Record on Human Rights
There were “no significant changes” in the human rights situation in Greece over the past year, the US State Department said in its annual...
Shipwreck From the War of Independence Discovered Off Greece
A shipwreck believed to be connected to the Greek War of Independence in 1821-1829 was discovered recently off the coast of Halkidiki, northern Greece.
In...
Has the Location of Plato’s Grave Been Found in Athens?
An Italian archaeologist says he has found the exact location of Plato's grave in the Platonic Academy in Athens after deciphering the Herculaneum papyri.
The...
World Spending in Military Reaches Record $2.4 Trillion in 2023
The world spent $2.4 trillion on military forces in 2023, the highest amount ever recorded by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
SIPRI has...
Elafonisos Island: A Little Piece of Greek Heaven
Visiting Elafonisos in Greece is an unforgettable experience because of the unsurpassed natural beauty this small island has to offer.
Ancient Greeks Invented World’s First Telecommunications Device
The hydraulic telegraph, invented by the ancient Greeks, had the capacity to send long-distance messages as early as the fourth century BC.
The ingenious apparatus...
President Sakellaropoulou Visits the Greek Community in Uruguay
The President of the Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou met members of the vibrant Greek community of Uruguay during her official visit to the country at...
Ancient Greek Theater of Dodona Being Restored to Former Glory
The ancient Greek sanctuary and theater of Dodona located in Epirus, northwestern Greece, are part of a uniquely historic site in the country, home to...
Gorgopotamos: The Greatest Moment of Greek Resistance to the Nazis
The blowing up of the Gorgopotamos bridge on November 25, 1942 stands as the greatest moment of Greece's resistance during World War II.
Vienna’s “Little Greece” and the First Newspaper in Greek
If we are to consider meaningful communities for Hellenism, Vienna should surely be on the short list with its little Greece.
Saint Thomas, the Apostle of India
India has a thriving community of Eastern Orthodox Christians. The Eastern Orthodox faith stems from the Apostolic Church, brought by Saint Thomas the Apostle...
When Sportsmanship Became More Important Than Winning
As the 2020 Tokyo Olympics progress and many athletes experience the emotional triumphs of career defining wins, other athletes, like US gymnastics superstar Simone...
Mentality of Palikaria Still Prevalent in Greece Today
The mentality of palikaria is still prevalent in Greece today. Palikaria literally refers to the bandits that roamed the countryside during the Ottoman occupation,...
The Ancient History of Athens’ Monastiraki Square
Located at the heart of Athens, Monastiraki Square is a unique blend of styles, cultures and eras, ever-changing and vibrant.
Exploring Greece’s Oldest Cave on the Island of Antiparos
Antiparos is a small Greek island in the southern Aegean, in the central Cyclades, and it is home to the oldest cave in Europe
Hydra’s Secret History and the Riddle of Its Name
I remember growing up on Hydra every summer in the 1980s, leaving my Salt Lake City, Utah home, to go to our family home...
Exploring Nafpaktos’ Venetian Port and Fortress Transports You to Another Time
Nafpaktos is a picturesque town that is situated on a bay on the north coast of the Gulf of Corinth in Western Greece.
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 Uknown Greek Island Onassis Almost Bought
Even today, travelers to Greece can still find many hidden treasure destinations which retain their almost unspoiled beauty, such as the island of Trizonia.
Santorini Crowned “Most Beautiful Sunset Destination in the World”
The Greek island of Santorini was crowned recently by the travel website Bounce the destination with the most beautiful sunset in the world.
Greeks of Cappadocia Left Indelible Mark on History
The Greeks of Cappadocia, in central-eastern Anatolia, created their own flourishing culture in ancient times that thrived for millennia.
The Oldest Shipwreck Ever Discovered Is at Dokos Island, Greece
The 4,200-year-old shipwreck off the tiny island of Dokos near Greece's Hydra is believed to be the oldest shipwreck ever discovered.
The wreck, located about...
Dune’s House of Atreides is Named in Honor of an Ancient Greek King
Dune: Part Two, like the first installment is making a big impact in the world of cinema. According to figures released this month, the...
The Siwa Oracle Alexander the Great Visited in Egypt
After Alexander the Great added Egypt to his conquests, he went on a long, perilous journey to meet the ancient Siwa Oracle where he...
How the Ancient Greeks Halted the Expansion Of Persia
World history could have been very different than what it is today had the ancient Greeks not halted the expansion of Persia through a...
Gold and Silver Forged the Glory of Ancient Greece
The gold and silver mines of North Greece and Lavrio produced the metals the ancient Greeks needed to forge empires and lay the foundations...
Phyllo Wrapped Feta Cheese with Truffle Honey Recipe
A traditional Greek appetizer, phyllo-wrapped feta cheese with truffle honey is easy to make and offers a delicious rich flavor.
Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Mushrooms: A Mediterranean Take
A Mediterranean version of stuffed mushrooms dishes would be the chicken Shawarma stuffed mushrooms recipe.
Tsoureki Rolls Recipe
Tsoureki Rolls, the raisins and cinammon filled Greek sweet bread rolls are usually prepared in Greece for Easter, but are great throughout the year....
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....