The Forgotten Story of the Last Greek Pope in Rome
Pope Zachary (Zacharias in Greek and Latin) was the last ethnically Greek pope, serving as the head of the Roman Church. Zachary reigned from...
John Koudounis Highlights Sustainability at Eastern Mediterranean Business Summit
Speaking at the Economist-hosted Fifth New York-Eastern Mediterranean Business Summit Greek-American CEO of Calamos Investments John Koudounis, said there is a strong appetite for...
Olympic Flame Officially Handed over in Athens Ceremony
A dusky glow over the Parthenon provided the backdrop for the lighting of the Olympic lantern as part of the flame handover ceremony, ready...
Making Diamonds Doesn’t Require Extreme Pressure Anymore
Researchers, led by Director Rod Ruoff at the Center for Multidimensional Carbon Materials (CMCM) in the Institute for Basic Science (IBS), as well as...
When Jerusalem Was Under Ancient Greek Rule
The ancient Greek period in Jerusalem lasted from 332 to 152 BC following the death of Alexander the Great and the dividing of his...
The Curious Story of Greek Strongman Gust Lessis
Greek strongman Gust Lessis first found fame after moving to the US in 1919. There, he performed feats of incredible strength before audiences at...
China Green-Lights Mass Production of Autonomous Flying Taxis
EHang, a vehicle maker, got the first-ever production certificate in China to produce self-flying taxis. These taxis are called EH216-S. They don't need a...
New Satellite Photos Show Hundreds of ‘Black Spiders’ on Mars
The European Space Agency's Mars Express has snapped the telltale traces of ‘black spiders’ scattered across the southern polar region of Mars.
Rather than being...
China Tells the US They Should Be ‘Partners Rather Than Adversaries’
China's leader Xi Jinping said the US and China should be “partners rather than adversaries” as he met with top American diplomat Antony Blinken...
DNA Analysis Redirects the Cradle of Indo-Europeans, Sheds Light on Proto-Greeks
A recent DNA analysis on 777 ancient genomes from across the so-called Southern Arc, namely Southern Europe and West Asia, redirects the cradle of Indo-Europeans...
Hymn of Kassiane Reverberates Across Greece on Holy Tuesday
The Gospels take center stage on Holy Tuesday in the Orthodox church, as Greeks move closer to the end of Lent and Easter Sunday.
Greek Cheese that Ranks Among Europe’s Tastiest Isn’t Feta
While Greece may be most famous for its most symbolic cheese, feta, there are many other very tasty Greek cheeses that rival the iconic...
New Orleans: America’s First Greek Community
The first Orthodox Church in the US was established in New Orleans in 1864, built in 1866, by Greek merchants.
Patmos: The Greek Island of John’s Revelation
Patmos island in the Aegean Sea is the location apostle John received the visions found in the Book of Revelation of the New Testament
Polar Bear Swim: Tradition Launched by Greek Immigrant Lives On
Polar Bear Swim: The title sort of speaks for itself, launched in Canada in 1920 by Greek immigrant Peter (Pete) Pantages.
The Laterna, the Iconic Instrument of Greek Street Musicians
Any visitor to Ermou, the main shopping street in Athens, has likely seen Spyros Tarapossos and his laterna, or barrel piano.
The laterna is an...
10 Breathtaking, Little-known Greek Islands
The Greek islands are well-known for their natural beauty. Some of them are synonymous with summer vacations and are extremely popular tourist destinations worldwide....
Ten Must-Have Souvenirs From the Greek Island of Crete
Visitors to Crete always want to find just the right memories of Crete to take back home. Objects that tell a story of their...
Best Nudist Beaches in Greece
Greece has too many nude beaches to count. This list of some of the best Greek nude beaches can be used to narrow down such a plethora of options!
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...
Folegandros: An Unspoiled Greek Island Paradise
Folegandros is for those who are looking to experience a more simple and unforgettable Greek island vacation
Discover the Hidden Beauty of Leros Island
Located between Patmos and Kalymnos, Leros is a stunning island in the Dodecanese. The island is isolated and well worth discovering.
The Role of Slavery in Ancient Greece
Slavery in Ancient Greece was acceptable and common, as in most organized societies of the time, yet with differences between city states
Ancient Greek General Archytas Was Founder of Mathematical Mechanics
Archytas of Tarentum, who was born around the year 435 BC in what is now Taranto, Apulia, Italy, was another in a long line...
The Oldest Song Survived in Its Entirety Is Ancient Greek
The oldest song to have survived in its entirety is a first-century A.D. Greek tune known as the “Seikilos Epitaph.”
The song, the melody of...
Eupalinos Tunnel, a Masterpiece of Ancient Engineering on Samos, Greece
Even by modern standards, the ancient Tunnel of Eupalinos on Samos, Greece is considered a marvel of engineering and craftsmanship.
Built around 550 BC, it's...
When Athens Revolted Against Macedon’s Hegemony in Greece
Alexander the Great died unexpectedly in 323 BC, suddenly leaving his vast empire without a leader. Sensing a chance to break free of the...
The Questions Ancient Greeks Asked the Oracle of Dodona
The ancient Greek sanctuary and theater of Dodona, home to the oldest oracle, and located in Epirus, northwestern Greece, are part of a uniquely...
Pastitsio Recipe, aka Greek Oven-Baked Pasta
Pastitsio is a traditional and famous Greek pasta dish topped with ground beef and bechamel sauce.
Ingredients
For the minced meat
21 oz / 600 gr ground...
Greek Dakos Cheesecake Recipe
Try this Dakos Greek Cheesecake recipe for a unique cheesecake that will pleasantly surprise you and your guests.
Ingredients
for the base;
DAKOS RUSK (kritharokoulouro) 60gr/...
Greek Gardoumbakia: Mini Kokoretsi Recipe
Greek gardoumbes, or gardoumbakia, are pieces of lamb organ meat wrapped in lamb intestines. It is a traditional Greek delicacy usually served on Easter....
Special Greek Fricassee Recipe for Easter Holidays
In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...