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...
Zozo Christodoulou, the First Greek Woman to Run the Marathon
On October 19, 1974, Zozo Christodoulou did something that no other Greek woman had done before. She ran in the original Marathon race, making...
Almost 30% of All Tree Species in the Wild are Facing Extinction
Almost 30 percent of tree species in the wild are facing extinction, according to a report published by the Botanic Gardens Conservation International.
The group's...
How Many Cities Are Named Athens Around the World?
Inspired by the Greek capital's long history of democracy, countless cities across the world have adopted the name of Athens as their own.
The Tiny Islet in Greece That Has Its Own Natural Pool
A tiny islet off the coast of Attica near the Kaki Thalassa area has such a shape that it gives the impression it features a swimming pool.
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.
Yoga in Greece: The Perfect Idea for Your Summer Break
Greece has one more reason to become your next summer destination, and that's none other than yoga.
The country is emerging as an excellent choice...
Why Greek Island Houses Are Blue and White
World famous destinations such as Mykonos and Santorini are easy to identify in photos thanks in part to their distinct architecture. Influencers love taking...
Lichadonisia: Experience the Mythical and Exotic Greek Islets
There is history and mythology abounding throughout Greece, and the exotic Greek islands of Lichadonisia are no exception.
The enticing, magical tales of the creation...
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.
Ten Things to Do on the Greek Island of Rhodes
Rhodes, one of the most historic islands in Greece, is one of the most visited places in the country. It is the largest island...
The 10 Most Expensive Superyachts in the World
Superyachts are arguably the ultimate symbols of wealth. Complete with luxurious amenities such as comfortable rooms, multiple pools, dance floors, cinemas, bars, and lounges,...
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...
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
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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Toursi: The Greek Pickles
Pickles, kimchi, toursi: all names for one of the oldest known preparations. Pickles are a culinary tradition almost all over the world, thanks to...
Chocolate Dipped Melomakarona Recipe
A spin of the traditional Melomakarona, the chocolate filled Greek Christmas cookies are a great dessert for the holiday meals.
In a bowl
• WATER 17...
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...