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The Greek Island of Lesbos and the Origin of the Word ‘Lesbian’

Modern English, and indeed many languages, borrow a plethora of words from ancient Greek. One particularly interesting word is "lesbian", today used to describe...

‘Modern-day Medea’ in Greece Gets Life for Killing Her Daughter

A Greek woman was sentenced to life in prison by a court in Athens on Friday after she was found guilty of the murder...

Greece Lifts Minimum Wage by €50 to €830 Per Month

Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced an increase of €50 ($53.9) a month to the country’s minimum wage for employees, lifting the amount to...

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...

Princess Alice, Philip’s Mother, and Her Life of Philanthropy in Greece

Prince Philip's mother, Princess Alice, lived a tumultuous life of tragedy but also of great philanthropic work in Greece.

The Strategist of Philanthropy: George D. Behrakis

A legend in the pharmaceutical business, Greek-American philanthropist and entrepreneur George D. Behrakis has given away tens of millions of dollars of his hard-earned...

Hockey Game Keeps Greek-Canadian Family Tradition Alive

Back in 1977, four Greek-Canadian boys -- all cousins, and sons of Greek immigrants to Canada -- started a pickup game of hockey in...

The Greeks of Utah: History Spanning More Than a Century

The Greek Community of Utah is both typical of Greek communities in the US but also, due to the uniqueness of Utah, quite distinctive itself.

Greg Louganis: One of the Greatest Divers in History

Greg Louganis, four-time Olympic gold medalist, is thought to be one of the greatest divers in history.

Six Things You Shouldn’t Say to a Greek

When visiting Greece it may be difficult for you to understand some of the cultural norms to follow during your stay in this beautiful...

The Island of Sifnos, Unassuming Gem of the Western Cyclades

Sifnos, one of the islands of the Western Cyclades, is a balance of beautiful beaches, nightlife, pristine white villages, low-impact tourism.

Working from Paradise: Crete Launches Campaign to Entice Digital Nomads

Some weeks ago, the Region of Crete launched the first website in Greece to attract and help digital nomads to live and work from paradise

Visiting the Greek Gods on Mount Olympus and Litohoro

Litohoro is a stunning town situated at the base of Mount Olympus, home of the Gods, and just a stone's throw away from the Thermaic Gulf.

Winter in Greece: A Traveler’s Guide to Visiting in the Cooler Months

Greece is known for its beautiful summers, but travel in the country is beautiful no matter the season -- you just need to know where to go!

Perfect Spots for Walking in Downtown Athens

The many fascinating views of the Greek capital, Athens, are better appreciated and enjoyed if walking down its streets at a relaxed pace rather...

The Dark History of the Greek Island Paradise of Trikeri

The tiny island of Trikeri in the Pagasitic Gulf off the end of the Pelion peninsula is one of Greece's lesser-known idylls.

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

Humus Ntakos: Recipe

An original recipe for authentic Cretan ntakos with homemade humus

Kalitsounia: Sweet Cretan Pastries Recipe

Kalitsounia is an amazing cheese-filled sweet pastry traditionally made on the Greek island of Crete. Here's our authentic recipe: For the filling: • SWEET MIZITHRA OR...

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.

Mediterranean Chicken Salad Cups: The Perfect Summer Bites

Summer meals can be a tricky choice, especially after a long day at sea under the sun, when we are looking for dishes that...