Turkey’s Erdogan Postpones Visit to US, Amid Regional Tensions
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Friday that he is postponing his scheduled meeting with US President Joe Biden at the White House.
This...
April 27, 1941: The Day German Troops Stormed Athens
It was on Sunday, April 27, 1941, when German troops entered Athens. The capital's residents remained stubbornly locked up in their homes.
The hoisting of...
The Forgotten Story of the Last Greek Pope in Rome
Pope Zachary (Zacharias in Greek and Latin) was the last ethnically Greek pope, serving as the head of the Roman Church. Zachary reigned from...
John Koudounis Highlights Sustainability at Eastern Mediterranean Business Summit
Speaking at the Economist-hosted Fifth New York-Eastern Mediterranean Business Summit Greek-American CEO of Calamos Investments John Koudounis, said there is a strong appetite for...
Making Diamonds Doesn’t Require Extreme Pressure Anymore
Researchers, led by Director Rod Ruoff at the Center for Multidimensional Carbon Materials (CMCM) in the Institute for Basic Science (IBS), as well as...
When Jerusalem Was Under Ancient Greek Rule
The ancient Greek period in Jerusalem lasted from 332 to 152 BC following the death of Alexander the Great and the dividing of his...
The Curious Story of Greek Strongman Gust Lessis
Greek strongman Gust Lessis first found fame after moving to the US in 1919. There, he performed feats of incredible strength before audiences at...
China Green-Lights Mass Production of Autonomous Flying Taxis
EHang, a vehicle maker, got the first-ever production certificate in China to produce self-flying taxis. These taxis are called EH216-S. They don't need a...
New Satellite Photos Show Hundreds of ‘Black Spiders’ on Mars
The European Space Agency's Mars Express has snapped the telltale traces of ‘black spiders’ scattered across the southern polar region of Mars.
Rather than being...
China Tells the US They Should Be ‘Partners Rather Than Adversaries’
China's leader Xi Jinping said the US and China should be “partners rather than adversaries” as he met with top American diplomat Antony Blinken...
What Happened to the Tower of Babel in Ancient Babylon?
The Tower of Babel, written about by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, was said to "reach up to the sky." It was a huge...
Filiki Eteria: The Group That Sparked the Greek War of Independence
The Filiki Eteria (Φιλική Εταιρία), or the Society of Friends, as it was otherwise known, was founded on September 14, 1814 and played a...
Video: Do Turks Hate Greeks and Vice-Versa?
Turks and Greeks are neighbors sharing a long history that goes centuries back, but the history of the two peoples is marred by a rivalry that today seems fabricated
Thessaloniki Marks Anniversary of Liberation From Ottomans
It was October 26, 1912 when freedom bells rang in Thessaloniki, as the Greek army liberated the city from Ottoman rule. The city was...
The Greek Language is Not Dying; It’s Merely Changing
Is the Greek language, one of the most ancient languages in history of mankind, dying due to an avalanche of foreign words being introduced?
This Christmas Tell Your Children the Real Santa Claus Story
Behind today’s mythical Santa Claus from the North Pole, is a real saint – St. Nicholas. How he came to be today’s gift-giving jolly...
Windmills of Mykonos: The History of a Landmark
In Mykonos, the wind blows all year-long. This is the reason why its windmills have become the island's iconic landmark.
Greece’s Unique Delta of the Mornos River Under Threat
The wetlands surrounding the Mornos River in Central Greece are home to a unique and threatened ecosystem.
By Lia Mageira
After the construction of the Mornos...
A Medieval Labyrinth: The Village of Mesta on the Greek Island of Chios
Featuring medieval architecture, Mesta is one of the most beautiful and well-preserved villages on the island of Chios.
Kaimaktsalan: The Winter Mykonos of Greece
Palaios Agios Athanasios or Tsegani is a traditional village at the foot of Mount Vorras or Kaimaktsalan, on the Piperitsa summit, next to Lake Vegoritida in Western Macedonia.
Why I Fell in Love With Greece: Filmmaker Bettany Hughes Explains
British filmmaker Bettany Hughes, who shot a fascinating documentary series in Greece, spoke of her great love for the country and its people
The Best Islands for Your Family Vacation in Greece this Summer
When planning your family vacation to Greece, it is important to select the appropriate destination so you have an unforgettable experience.
DNA Analysis Redirects the Cradle of Indo-Europeans, Sheds Light on Proto-Greeks
A recent DNA analysis on 777 ancient genomes from across the so-called Southern Arc, namely Southern Europe and West Asia, redirects the cradle of Indo-Europeans...
The Role of Slavery in Ancient Greece
Slavery in Ancient Greece was acceptable and common, as in most organized societies of the time, yet with differences between city states
Ancient Greek General Archytas Was Founder of Mathematical Mechanics
Archytas of Tarentum, who was born around the year 435 BC in what is now Taranto, Apulia, Italy, was another in a long line...
The Oldest Song Survived in Its Entirety Is Ancient Greek
The oldest song to have survived in its entirety is a first-century A.D. Greek tune known as the “Seikilos Epitaph.”
The song, the melody of...
Eupalinos Tunnel, a Masterpiece of Ancient Engineering on Samos, Greece
Even by modern standards, the ancient Tunnel of Eupalinos on Samos, Greece is considered a marvel of engineering and craftsmanship.
Built around 550 BC, it's...
When Athens Revolted Against Macedon’s Hegemony in Greece
Alexander the Great died unexpectedly in 323 BC, suddenly leaving his vast empire without a leader. Sensing a chance to break free of the...
Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter Holidays
In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...
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.
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...