Greece Plans Major Overhaul of Air Force and Sale of Older Jets
Greece has announced a major overhaul of the Hellenic Air Force (HAF) which essentially involves the decommissioning and sale of F-16 and Mirage 2000...
Massive ‘Devil Comet’ Heads Towards Earth During April 8 Eclipse
According to NASA, a rare and huge comet known as "devil comet' is expected to travel by Earth for the first time in 71...
The Balkan Wars in the Powder Keg of Europe
The Balkan Wars in 1912 and 1913 resulted in significant territorial realignments in the Balkans. The Ottoman Empire lost almost all of its remaining...
Serbia’s President Alarming Message of Upcoming Conflict in the Balkans
Aleksandar Vucic, the president of Serbia, warned of a potential confrontation on Tuesday by posting a gloomy message on social media about an unidentified...
The Mysterious Lost Civilization of Harappan
The mysterious Harappan civilization is considered the third oldest one in the ancient East after Egypt and Mesopotamia. It was located in the Indus...
Fortified Settlements Containing Ancient Open-Air Temples Found in Turkey
In Tunceli province, in the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey, researchers found two forts and two 7th century BC new open-air temples.
This discovery is...
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...
Scientists Solve 20,000-Year Mystery of Eurasia Human Migration
Scientists claim to have discovered the place where early humans resided in the midst of their migration from the African continent to Eurasia, solving...
Nashville Parthenon Turns Blue for Greek Independence Day Commemoration
In its fourth annual celebration of Greek Independence Day in Nashville, Tennessee, the US branch of the Hellenic Institute of Cultural Diplomacy and President...
Secret NASCAR ‘Moonshine Cave’ Discovery May Confirm Conspiracy Theory
legendary NASCAR North Wilkesboro speedway's mythical secret moonshine cave, created during the prohibition era, may have been found, proving very dedicated conspiracy theorists right.
The...
Zakynthos: the Unique History and Wildlife of the Ionian Island
Zakynthos is one of the most beautiful destinations Greece has to offer. Rich with history, this Ionian Sea island is famous for its beaches,...
Stunning “Good Shepherd” Ring with Carved Gemstone Found off Israel
A stunning "Good Shepherd" ring that depicts a young Jesus holding a sheep -- an iconic image of Christ-- was just found when archaeologists...
The Remarkable Story of the Greek Spy Who Helped Defeat the Nazis
The story of Helias Doundoulakis is like a good war movie: The story of the Greek spy who helped Greece and the U.S. beat the Nazis
Mediterranean Turning into Tropical Sea, WWF Warns
The Mediterranean is turning into a tropical sea due to the rising global temperatures, the World Wide Fund for Nature warned in a report.
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.
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...
The Serene Charm of Sikinos
There are many islands in the Cyclades, all of the them with beautiful, sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, but each has its own...
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.
The Best Trail Running Routes in Greece
Greece has no shortage of impressive mountain ranges, resplendent beaches, and diverse terrains, making it one of the best destinations for trail running.
Trail running...
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.
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...
Exploring Nafplion, the First Capital of Modern Greece
Nafplion is a small city with thousands of years of eventful history and a unique character, full of style and beauty.
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
Ancient Greek Statue of Woman Using “Laptop” Sparks Conspiracy Theories
A recurring conspiracy theory which has gone viral claims that an ancient Greek statue supposedly depicting a woman "using a laptop" is "proof" of...
When Exactly Is Atlantis Believed to Have Existed?
Plato's story of Atlantis is famously set a very long time ago in the past. The figure "9000 years before Solon" is thrown around...
The Bible’s First Translation Was in Greek
Originally written in Hebrew and Aramaic, the Bible is the most sold book in history, it first translation into another language was in Greek; the Septuagint.
Greek Yogurt Pancakes: Favorite Breakfast Gets Healthy Makeover
Fluffy pancakes can switch high sugar - high cholesterol toppings such as butter, bacon or maple syrup for Greek style yogurt as a more balanced nutritious alternative.
Recipe for Kourabiedes, Greece’s Christmas Shortbread Cookies
Kourabiedes are some of the most famous Greek Christmas cookies. They are a kind of shortbread cookie. Perfectly sweet and satisfying, they are filled...
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.
Chaniotiko Boureki: Cretan Veggie Pie recipe
Boureki is a delicious Cretan veggie pie and here is our traditional recipe on how to make it
Ingredients
POTATOES 35oz / 1kg
ZUCCHINI 35oz / 1...