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Bridge Renamed in Memory of Greek-American Officer Pavlos Pallas

Greek-American police officer Pavlos Pallas who died from 9/11-related cancer will forever be remembered in Queens. Last week, the 94th Street/Grand Central overpass to LaGuardia...

Turkish Anger as Man Unfurls Greek Flag in Hagia Sophia

A man unfurled the Greek flag inside the historic site of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul causing anger in Turkey. Apostolos Papatheodorou, a Greek visitor, caused...

The Prehistoric ‘Human Skull’ Cave of Greece at Petralona Reopens

The Petralona cave in Chalkidiki, Greece is open to the public again after five years, while the ceremonial opening is expected to take place...

Putin Wins Another Controversial Election to Rule Russia Until 2030

Vladimir Putin won by a landslide in Russia accumulating more than 87 percent of the vote in a Presidential election where no credible opposition...

Why Greeks Fly Kites on Clean Monday

Clean Monday — the beginning of Lent among Orthodox Christians — is the day Greeks fly kites (which are symbolic of the Resurrection).

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...

Greek Carnival Ends with Spectacular Finale

The exuberant Greek Carnival festivities, cherished by both the young and old, reached their climax on Sunday as hundreds of thousands of celebrants across...

March 17, 1821: Greek War of Independence Begins in Mani

Mani was the place where the Greek uprising against Ottoman rule actually started and not in Kalavryta on March 25th, 1821 - as is often believed.

Greece-Egypt Sign High Level Cooperation Agreement

Greece and Egypt signed an agreement on the establishment of the High-Level Cooperation Council in Cairo on Sunday. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Egyptian...

The Oldest Submerged Settlement in the Aegean Sea Dates Back 8,000 Years

The small islet of Agios Petros, north of Alonissos, Greece, is believed to be the oldest submerged settlement of the Aegean. Founded around the end...

Kythera: The Greek Island Where History Meets Beauty

Kythera is an enchanted Greek island with majestic beaches, but with green mountainous terrain also, so there is something for everyone.

Greek Bicentennial Commemorated Aboard USS Constitution

The USS Constitution was the setting for a gala commemoration of the Bicentennial of the Greek Revolution.

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 Legend of Corfu’s Mouse Island

Pontikonisi, also known as "Mouse Island," is a Greek islet located at the entrance of Halkiopoulos lagoon in Corfu. The islet is better-known for hosting...

There’s a Complex History of Skin Lighteners in Africa and Beyond

An estimated four out of 10 women in Africa use skin lightening products, a risky process that dates back to ancient times.

Five Foods You Can Eat to Help Save the Planet

Improve your diet and also help save the planet by changing the food that you eat. The task of combatting climate change often feels...

Ten Majestic Aegean Sea Churches in Greece Dedicated to the Virgin Mary

There are a large number of Aegean churches throughout Greece Some humble and unpretentious here is a list of the most majestic.

Kalymnos: The Best Rock Climbing Destination in Greece

Kalymnos is considered one of the best rock climbing destinations in the world.

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

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...

Six Traditional, Unspoiled Islands in Greece

Do you want to experience the authentic spirit of Greece and the Greek people? visit some of the charming and less traveled islands.

The Best Swimming Pools at Santorini Hotels

The island of Santorini in Greece has some of the best swimming pools the world over to offer as long as you know where to look.

How Boxing Became a Popular Sport in Ancient Greece

Boxing in ancient Greece originated as a very tough sport, much harder than professional boxing as we know it today.

Six Glorious Ancient Greeks Who Had an Inglorious End

Ancient Greek history is full of glorious men who have left an indelible mark through their military genius, courage, artistic greatness, political savviness, and...

When Cleopatra Celebrated Love on Samos, the Mykonos of Ancient Greece

Cleopatra, the Greek Queen of Ancient Egypt, and Marc Antony, the famous Roman general, conducted part of their decadent love affair on the Greek island...

Aigai, Macedonian Site, Equals Visitor Count of Acropolis Museum

During a speech at a conference in Thessaloniki titled 'Greece Talks_Thessaloniki: Thessaloniki on the international tourist map', Angeliki Kottaridis, Curator of Antiquities of Imathia,...

Louvre Creates Greek-Inspired Exhibition for Paris Olympics

In anticipation of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Louvre Museum has curated a new exhibition titled "Olympism: Modern Invention, Ancient Legacy", which dives into...

These Ancient Greek Games Shaped Our Modern World

Not many events in history show what the culture of ancient Greece was like as well as the four main ancient Greek games called...

Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Mushrooms: A Mediterranean Take

A Mediterranean version of stuffed mushrooms dishes would be the chicken Shawarma stuffed mushrooms recipe.

Homemade Authentic Greek Baklava Recipe

Here's an easy and authentic recipe to make the Greeks' all-time favorite dessert, baklava. Baklava is likely one of the most famous, yet controversial, Greek...

Greek Octopus Recipe for a Delicious ‘Sarakosti’

If you happen to travel to Greece during the period leading up to Easter, you will see menus and food posters that are slightly...

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...