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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...

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...

Pierce Brosnan Endorses Aaron Taylor-Johnson for James Bond

In the wake of Daniel Craig's last appearance as James Bond, competition to fill the role has been on the rise, and former Bond...

Athens Municipality Plans Monument Honoring Victims of Train Crash

A decision has been made by the Athens Municipal Council to move ahead with the creation of a monument for the victims of the...

Archaeologists in Search of King John’s Lost Treasure

Researchers from the West Norfolk and King’s Lynn Archaeological Society (WNKLAS) are on a hunt to find King John’s missing treasure. King John, born in...

Who Invented Crucifixion?

The form of execution known as crucifixion is most closely associated with Jesus Christ. It was the form of execution by which he was...

Living on a Yacht in Greece: The Magic of Island Hopping

How is it living aboard a yacht in Greece? British expatriates Tony and Tessa Cross have spent years doing it while crisscrossing the Aegean.   By...

Ten Greek Superfoods You Need In Your Diet

Greek cuisine is full of nutrient-rich superfoods.

The Greeks of Cairo: The Fascinating Bond Between Greece and Egypt

The small, but vibrant, community of Greeks, with roots deep in history, remains in the Egyptian capital of Cairo to this day.

Greek Influencers Use Social Media to Help Society

Dozens of young influencers in Greece, connected by a common vision for offering to society, have joined forces to create in the social media

Florina: The Winter Fairyland in Northern Greece

Florina, Greece's northwesternmost city, is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful views that make it the perfect destination for winter vacations. The city has...

Mediterranean Monk Seal Protection Huge Success in Greece

A rare feat in environmental protection took place in 2016 MOm announced that the Mediterranean Monk Seal had made a comeback in the Aegean.

The Greek School Changing Lives in Ghana

A Greek school in Ghana, in one of the most impoverished areas of the world, offers hope and opportunity for hundreds of kids who...

Spending a Day in Plaka, the Oldest Neighborhood in Athens

Spending a day in the Plaka district in Athens is an experience that stays with travelers for a lifetime.

The Best Places For Digital Nomads, Start-Ups in Greece

Greece has been taking steps to create a business environment that would attract so-called digital nomads and ease the founding of start-ups.

Kalymnos: The Best Rock Climbing Destination in Greece

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

Anafiotika, the Hidden Island of Athens

The tiny, scenic neighborhood of Anafiotika tucked above the Plaka, just below the Acropolis, is often overlooked by visitors to Athens

Mani, Greece: A Destination of Unique Beauty and Rich History

The Mani peninsula in the Peloponnese has a unique, stark landscape and its rich history and traditions make it a stunning destination.

Trizonia: The Unknown Greek Island Onassis Almost Bought

This is the famed island which, after visiting it in the 1960’s, Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Onassis attempted to buy.

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

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...

Phyllo Wrapped Feta Cheese with Truffle Honey Recipe

A traditional Greek appetizer, phyllo-wrapped feta cheese with truffle honey is easy to make and offers a delicious rich flavor.

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...

Recipe: Imam Baildi aka Greek Stuffed Eggplants

Here's a traditional recipe of Imam baildi, aka Greek stuffed eggplants, a Greek favorite dish. Try it with our favorite olive oil: https://goo.gl/AJgSH2 from...

Vasilopita Recipe: Greek New Year’s Cake

The story of the Greek Orthodox custom of the vasilopita with the lucky coin inside begins in Asia Minor, and more specifically in the...