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The Bizarre Case of the Ancient Greek Philosopher who Died of Laughter

Ancient Greek philosopher Chrysippus (279–206 BC) is believed to have died of laughter in a bizarre incident recorded by his contemporary historian Diogenes Laertius. Chrysippus...

Olympic Flame-Lighting and Torch Relay in Greece: Full Program

Greece is preparing for the Olympic flame-lighting ceremony and the Olympic torch relay that will officially kick off the 2024 Paris Olympic Games countdown. The...

9,000-Year-Old Rock Art Discovered Among Dinosaur Footprints

A recent study reveals that, about 9,400 years ago, hunter-gatherers living in what is now Brazil made rock art near dinosaur footprints. These drawings...

5.7 Earthquake Rattles Western Peloponnese, Greece

A 5.7 earthquake rattled western Peloponnese in southern Greece on Friday morning just after 9 am local time. The earthquake struck near the Strofades islands...

Two Greek Ministers Resign after Meeting with Media Mogul Marinakis

Two Greek ministers resigned on Thursday after it was revealed that they met Evangelos Marinakis, a Greek media and football tycoon earlier in the...

The Black Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt

Netflix's Queen Cleopatra docuseries has caused an immense storm of controversy surrounding its depiction of Cleopatra VII Philopator as a black woman, and whilst...

1,500-Year-Old DNA Reveals Face of Chinese Emperor Wu

In a recent study, scientists used DNA from the bones of a Chinese emperor who lived 1,500 years ago to figure out what he...

Harvard to Remove Binding Made of Human Skin From 1800s Book

Harvard University announced it will remove a binding made from human skin from a book dating back to the 19th century. This book, named...

British Airways Greece to London Flight Almost Crashed with Drone

A British Airways flight from Athens, Greece to London, UK, narrowly missed a drone by five feet while flying at 250mph 9,600 feet in...

Greek PM Mitsotakis Survives Vote of No Confidence

The opposition's proposal for a vote of no confidence in the Greek government over the management of the Tempe rail disaster has been dismissed...

The Story of Greek Poet Angelos Sikelianos’ Stunning Villa

Angelos Sikelianos, the famous Greek lyric poet, was born in Lefkas in 1884 and has since come back under the light of publicity.

The History and Tradition of the Greek Dance Zeibekiko

The zeibekiko requires an inner intensity, as it is an improvised movement that expresses the feelings of the individual who gets up to dance.

The Legend of the Last Byzantine Emperor, Constantine Palaiologos

In 1453, the Ottomans seized Constantinople, ending the Byzantine Empire and the life of its last emperor, Constantine Palaiologos.

Vikos Gorge: The Greek Grand Canyon

The Vikos Gorge is known as the "Greek Grand Canyon" because of its dizzying cliffs and stunning heights.

Inside the Magnificent Minoan Palace of Knossos in Crete

The Palace of Knossos was the largest of the Minoan palaces in Crete. 

Catholic Church vs. Orthodox Church: The Main Differences

Christianity is the world's largest religion, with an estimated 2.382 billion followers across the globe. However, the Church is hardly a unified body and...

The Unparalleled Beauty of Tzoumerka Cave in Greece

The cave in Tzoumerka, Epirus is one of the most impressive and most visited natural wonders of Greece and an ideal destination all year round.

Antikythera Island: The Peaceful Paradise at the Edge of the Aegean Sea

The isolated Greek island of Antikythera, lying at the edge of the Aegean Sea between Crete and the Peloponnese, is like paradise.

Patmos: The Greek Island of John’s Revelation

Patmos island in the Aegean Sea is the location apostle John received the visions found in the Book of Revelation of the New Testament

The Hidden Treasures of Olympus, the Mountain of the Greek Gods

Many people come to visit Greece with a mission in mind – to visit Olympus, the mountain of the ancient Greek gods.

The Magic of Snowcapped Mount Parnassus in Greece

A drone video has recently captured the mesmerizing magic of Mount Parnassus in central Greece after the November snows covered its craggy peaks. Parnassus, measuring...

Crete’s Ghost Village of Aradena Hangs on the Edge of a Gorge

Aradena is an abandoned village in the region of Sfakia on the island of Crete sitting at the edge of a gorge.

5 Finance Tips from Ancient Greek and Roman Philosophers

The opinions and advice of ancient Greek and Roman philosophers were much sought after, whether about learning, debating, biology, physics or dialectics, but one...

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...

The Ferocious Wars of Alexander the Great’s Successors After His Death

The Wars of the Diadochi, or the Wars of Alexander's Successors, were a series of conflicts that erupted among the generals of Alexander the...

What a Clinic Looked Like in Ancient Greece

The first realistic depiction of an outpatient clinic in ancient Greece is on a drawing on a small vase created in Athens around 470...

Hypatia: The Female Greek Philosopher Killed for Her Beliefs

Hypatia, one of the greatest philosophers of Alexandria, was admired for her groundbreaking ideas but was brutally murdered for them by Christian fanatics in...

League of Corinth: The First Time All Greeks United

The League of Corinth was an initiative of King Philip II of Macedon to unite all Greek city-states against the Persian Achaemenid Empire

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.

Five Easy Summer Recipes With a Greek Spirit

Multifaceted, bright, refreshing like the waves of the Mediterranean Sea, Greek cuisine has won millions of hearts all over the world. Traditional Greek dishes along...

Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe

A traditional recipe for Loukoumades, the delicious Greek fried puffs with honey.

Recipe: Zuchini Fritters Filled with Halloumi Cheese

These Greek Zucchini Fritters recipe filled with halloumi cheese will be a hit on the table and a great appetiser for your special occasion...