Lord Byron: The Romantic Poet Who Died for Greece
Lord Byron is one of the first and best-known philhellenes who actively participated in Greece’s War of Independence.
Israel Launches Missile Strike Against Iran
Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, US officials say, a move that threatens to escalate regional conflict further. Iranian state media are...
Olympiacos Wins Shoot-Out in Istanbul to Advance to European Semis
Olympiacos won the penalty shoot-out against Turkish side Fenerbache to book a place in the semi-finals of a UEFA competition for the first time...
Ancient Egyptian Pyramids and the Speed of Light Mystery
Some mysteries are likely never to be solved, indeed some are not meant to be. One of the most 'popular' mysteries known to us...
Ukraine PM Warns of World War Three if Russia Wins
Ukraine's prime minister has warned of a third world war if Ukraine is defeated by Russia, as he urged the US Congress to pass...
Countries Predicted to Win Most Medals at the Paris Olympics
With the 2024 Paris Olympics set to commence in just a few months time. sports analysts and experts are already offering their predictions for...
Elon Musk May Start Charging New Users of X
Elon Musk has said in a post on X that he is considering implementing a "small fee" for new users if they want to...
Leaders of Greece and Turkey to Meet in Ankara
The leaders of Greece and Turkey are scheduled to meet on May 13th in Ankara. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced he would meet...
Paris Olympics Threatened by Cyberattacks
Commentary by Neli Rašović, Vice-President of Women4Cyber Montenegro
As the world eagerly anticipates the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, it's crucial to recognize the multifaceted challenges...
Athens Declared ‘Best Smelling’ City in Europe
People living in Athens may disagree, but a recent study analyzing 30 major cities in Europe and beyond, has found that the Greek capital...
Five Greek Bakeries Not to Miss in New York
For Greeks living abroad, it becomes a constant desire to discover flavors that make them feel closer to home. Greek bakeries in New York...
Savory Vasilopita Appetizers: A Unique Recipe by Giorgio Pintzas Monzani
You can't deny it, we all have Vasilopita leftovers every year that we don't know how to use, so why not create some savory...
The Timeless Easter Traditions of Greece
The Greek Orthodox Church is blessed with rich, colorful and symbolic Easter traditions that Greeks have followed for centuries.
Social Media Poses Risk to Humanity, Scientists Warn
Some biologists and ecologists think social media poses a risk to humanity-- to the extent that we need to act before further damage is done.
Greek Discovery of Iceland Supported by Linguistic Evidence
The Greek discovery of Iceland more than one thousand years prior to the Vikings is supported by evidence published recently in The Housman Society...
Ancient Skulls Found in Greece Show Signs of Complex Surgery
An ancient skull that was discovered recently by anthropologists in the Paliokastro area of the island of Thasos, Greece shows signs of complicated surgery.
The...
Lake Melissani in Kefalonia Dazzles with Its Turquoise Waters
Lake Melissani on the Greek island of Kefalonia, also known as Melissani Cave, is among the most astonishing lakes in the world.
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.
Othonoi Island: The Beautiful Westernmost Point of Greece
At the junction of two seas, the Ionian and the Adriatic, there is a beautiful island that is known as the westernmost point of...
Treasure From the Sea: The Salt Flats of Messolonghi
Salt has played a crucial role in the history of civilization, enabling food to be preserved over the winters until the modern miracles of...
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.
The Most Beautiful Beaches Near Athens
There is much more to Athens than the Acropolis and museums. The city and surrounding suburbs are home to beautiful beaches, and Athens happens...
The Mystery of the Ancient Greek Statues Found in Italy
The mystery over the Riace Bronzes, two magnificent ancient Greek statues, remains, more than half a century after the day they were recovered off...
The History of the Ancient Greek City of Thebes
The ancient Greek city of Thebes played a central role in the long pageant of Greek history; appearing in many of the age-old legends...
The Troubled German Poet Who Truly Worshipped Greece
Friedrich Hölderlin was an important German Romantic lyric poet whose great work managed to bridge the Classical and Romantic traditions in literature and poetry...
Stoicism: The Greatest Quotes of Ancient Greek Philosophers
Stoicism was one of the philosophical movements of the Hellenistic period, founded by Zeno of Citium in Athens in the early 3rd century BC
The Moment Ancient Greek Masterpiece Was Unearthed at Delphi
Delphi, Greece, 1894. Archeologists and workers pose in front of the magnificent statue of Antinous, which was unearthed near the Temple of Apollo in...
The Profound Consequences of the Roman Conquest of Greece
The Roman conquest of Greece is an integral part of the long and rich history of this proud nation. However, people mostly focus on...
Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Mushrooms: A Mediterranean Take
A Mediterranean version of stuffed mushrooms dishes would be the chicken Shawarma stuffed mushrooms recipe.
Semolina Halva Recipe
Here's a traditional recipe fro the delicious Greek desert Halva with Semolina.
Ingredients
250ml sunflower oil
14oz – 400gr semolina flour
5lb – 700gr sugar
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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.
Melomakarona – The Quintessential Greek Christmas Cookie
Melomakarona are some of the most beloved of all Greek cookies. Made with olive oil, flour, honey, and citrus, melomakarona are much healthier than...