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4 Tips That May Help You Reach the Age of 100

Researchers in Greece have come up with four tips that may help people reach the age of 100 by studying the places in the world with exceptionally long life expectancies. Several factors appear to affect life expectancy. Research has shown...

Life Expectancy in Greece: The Regions Where People Live Longer

The average life expectancy in Greece is 80.2 years roughly the same as the European Union average (80.1 years), according to the latest statistics by Eurostat for 2021. The EU statistical agency says that for women in Greece, life expectancy...

The Mystery of Longevity on Ikaria Island, Greece

Ikaria, a beautiful island located in the eastern Aegean, may look similar to any other Greek islands, but there is one vital difference.

The Greek Islands: How Were they Named?

To find the etymology behind the names of Greek islands, one should take into account a number of factors, including ancient Greek mythology and even the geomorphology of each place. In fact, during ancient times, the names of places were used...

Ikaria, A Stunning Greek Island of Many Myths

The Greek island of Ikaria is home to a rich history dating back to antiquity, as well as countless natural wonders.

The Legend of the 117-Year-Old Greek Who Grew New Hair and Teeth

According to 1950s legend on Ikaria island, an 117 year old woman naturally grew seven new teeth and a head of black hair.

‘Queen of Loom Weaving’ Dies at 112 in Ikaria, Greece

Ioanna Proiou, dubbed the "queen of loom weaving", who passed down to generations the art of traditional weaving in Ikaria, Greece, passed away on Wednesday, at the age of 112. A handloom is a wooden implement used in Greece since...

Greek Islands and Renewable Energy: A Green Future

Greek islands are attracting significant investments in renewable energy. But switching to renewable energy is a challenge for islands whose grids are isolated from the mainland. There are also environmental concerns. By Evan Bourtis Near the coastline of Crete, winding roads...

Water Shortages On Greek Islands Plaguing Summer Season

  Greek island water shortages and stoppages are plaguing the nation this summer. Promoted for its beautiful seawater surrounding all the Greek isles and its entire coastline, many islands are suffering from a lack of quantity -- and quality of tap...

Greek PM Mitsotakis Under Fire for Breaking Lockdown Rules — Again

Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis has come under fire from opposition parties and social media users for apparently breaking the lockdown rules in taking part in a lunch reception attended by dozens on the island of Ikaria over the weekend. Mitsotakis,...