Antarctica Volcano Spits $6000 Worth in Gold Every Day
An active volcano in Antarctica is shooting $6,000 in gold dust into the air every single day, NASA’s Earth Observatory revealed last week.
The volcano...
The Byzantine General Who Challenged the Emperor
After the tremendously successful reign of Basil II, the eleventh century signaled a turn of fortunes in a far more negative direction for the...
Photos and Videos Show Intensity of African Dust in Greece
An eerie, apocalyptic-like scene has befallen Greece with all-encompassing African dust sweeping across the nation. This was caught on camera plenty of times, and...
The Forgotten History of Greece’s Kingdom of Thessalonica
In the turbulent years following the conquest of Constantinople in 1204 during the Fourth Crusade, a number of newly-born Latin and Byzantine Greek states...
Royal Navy Names Submarine after Greek King Agamemnon
The Royal Navy's latest Astute Class submarine built by BAE Systems - due to be launched later this year - has been officially named...
State Department Report Criticizes Greece’s Record on Human Rights
There were “no significant changes” in the human rights situation in Greece over the past year, the US State Department said in its annual...
Shipwreck From the War of Independence Discovered Off Greece
A shipwreck believed to be connected to the Greek War of Independence in 1821-1829 was discovered recently off the coast of Halkidiki, northern Greece.
In...
Has the Location of Plato’s Grave Been Found in Athens?
An Italian archaeologist says he has found the exact location of Plato's grave in the Platonic Academy in Athens after deciphering the Herculaneum papyri.
The...
World Spending in Military Reaches Record $2.4 Trillion in 2023
The world spent $2.4 trillion on military forces in 2023, the highest amount ever recorded by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
SIPRI has...
Elafonisos Island: A Little Piece of Greek Heaven
Visiting Elafonisos in Greece is an unforgettable experience because of the unsurpassed natural beauty this small island has to offer.
The Greek Mathematician Who Helped Einstein
Constantine Karatheodori (September 13, 1873 – February 2, 1950) was a Greek mathematician known for his contributions to real and complex analysis, the calculus...
The Uninhabited Greek Island That Was Used as a Quarantine Site
Rineia, an ancient Greek island next to Delos and Mykonos, has a unique place in the history of Greece.
Agia Pelagia: The Vision Leading to the Panagia Celebration on Tinos
The Virgin Mary takes center stage in Tinos on August 15 annually, thanks to a humble nun who received a vision, whom we know...
Perfect Spots for Walking in Downtown Athens
The many fascinating views of the Greek capital, Athens, are better appreciated and enjoyed if walking down its streets at a relaxed pace rather...
Greek Orthodox Holy Places of Worship in Palestine
There are several Greek Orthodox places to worship in Palestine, despite the fact that the vast majority of people living in Palestine are Muslim
Karpathos: The Greek Island Where Women Dominate
Karpathos, the second-largest island in the Dodecanese island chain, is a place where women dominate.
Samothrace: A Little Known Island Paradise in Greece
Samothrace is a little-known Greek island which boasts many breathtaking waterfalls and is surrounded by crystal clear waters.
Haliacmon, Greece’s Stunning Longest River
Nestled in the heart of Greece's rugged landscape lies the Haliacmon River. Known to modern Greeks as ''Aliakmonas'', this river has been the nation’s...
The Magic of Snowcapped Mount Parnassus in Greece
A drone video has recently captured the mesmerizing magic of Mount Parnassus in central Greece after the November snows covered its craggy peaks.
Parnassus, measuring...
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.
Edessa: The Greek City of Water and the Five Senses
Get to know Edessa, the Northern Greek city referred to as the “City of Water and of the Five Senses,” which is home to...
August 15th: Discover the Big Celebration of Tinos Island
For Greeks, August 15 is one of the most important holidays on the calendar, but it is an especially huge day in Tinos. It's...
Ancient Greeks Invented World’s First Telecommunications Device
The hydraulic telegraph, invented by the ancient Greeks, had the capacity to send long-distance messages as early as the fourth century BC.
The ingenious apparatus...
Ancient Greek Theater of Dodona Being Restored to Former Glory
The ancient Greek sanctuary and theater of Dodona located in Epirus, northwestern Greece, are part of a uniquely historic site in the country, home to...
Greeks of Cappadocia Left Indelible Mark on History
The Greeks of Cappadocia, in central-eastern Anatolia, created their own flourishing culture in ancient times that thrived for millennia.
The Oldest Shipwreck Ever Discovered Is at Dokos Island, Greece
The 4,200-year-old shipwreck off the tiny island of Dokos near Greece's Hydra is believed to be the oldest shipwreck ever discovered.
The wreck, located about...
Dune’s House of Atreides is Named in Honor of an Ancient Greek King
Dune: Part Two, like the first installment is making a big impact in the world of cinema. According to figures released this month, the...
The Siwa Oracle Alexander the Great Visited in Egypt
After Alexander the Great added Egypt to his conquests, he went on a long, perilous journey to meet the ancient Siwa Oracle where he...
Three Tasty Greek Yogurt Recipes to Try at Home
Treats made from Greek yogurt can add an interesting and tasty dimension. Once hard to come by outside of Greece, the country’s famed yogurt is now...
Recipe: Galaktoboureko, the Most Beloved Greek Dessert
Here's a traditional recipe for the Greek dessert galaktoboureko, aka Greek milk, or custard, pie.
Greece is known around the world for its delicious cuisine,...
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...
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...