China Releases World’s First Moon Atlases
China has reached a new frontier within lunar exploration and scientific research with its release of the world's first complete high-definition geologic atlases of...
Researchers Find Evidence That Brains Are Getting Bigger
A new study suggests our brains might be growing larger over time. This finding could prove useful in fighting memory loss as we age.
Researchers...
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...
Pre-Roman Necropolis with 88 Tombs Discovered in Southern Italy
A necropolis from the pre-Roman era, full of rich grave artifacts, has been discovered in southern Italy during excavations for the construction of an...
AI May Help Solve the Teacher Shortage Crisis in UK and Europe
A company called 21st Century Digital Teaching (21C) is tackling the ongoing teacher shortage crisis in the UK and Europe. They are doing this...
Greek in US Makes Lambatha Candles for Easter
Lambatha candles are an important part of the Greek Easter service that takes place on Holy Saturday, and one Greek, who moved to the...
New Therapy Destroys Deadly Brain Tumor in Days
A 72-year-old man, diagnosed with a very aggressive type of cancer known as glioblastoma, had brain scans that showed his tumor shrank significantly just...
Birds of Prey Return to the Fire-Stricken Dadia National Park in Greece
Rare birds of prey have returned to the devastated from last year's fires at Dadia National Park in north-eastern Greece, environmental groups say.
The Dadia...
The Crucial Role of Greece’s Lemnos in the Gallipoli Campaign
During the Gallipoli campaign in World War I, the Greek island of Lemnos played a significant role as a staging area and base of...
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...
The Unique Ancient Greek Island Later Used for Quarantine Site
Rineia, an ancient Greek island next to Delos and Mykonos, has a unique place in the history of Greece.
What Was the Minoan Calendar Like?
The Minoans were a powerful but mysterious naval civilization in the Bronze Age Mediterranean. One of the things that makes them so mysterious is...
Archimedean Academy: The Best School in Miami Teaches the Art of Thinking in Greek!
The Archimedean Academy in Miami is a public school that aims to initiate young minds into the art of thinking through the teaching of...
The Ancient Greek Origins of Zeibekiko and Other Contemporary Dances
Greece is home to countless traditional Greek dances, many of which have direct connections to ancient Greek forms of rhythmic movement.
In ancient Greece, dance...
Homo Bodoensis: The New Species of Human Ancestor
Scientists have recently named a new species of human ancestor, Homo bodoensis.
Dr. Mirjana Roksandic of the University of Winnipeg in Canada, led a team...
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!
Ioannina: The Magical Capital of Epirus, Greece
Visiting Athens is the perfect excuse to take a short drive to Ioannina, the capital of Epirus. Is the perfect place for a romantic getaway.
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.
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...
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.
Agistri: The Greek Island Paradise a Stone’s Throw Away from Athens
Agistri is a green, lush island that includes many scenic and unspoiled charms despite its proximity to the Greek capital city of Athens.
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...
Divers Can Now Explore Four Ancient Shipwrecks in Greece
Four stunning ancient shipwrecks off central Greece can now be explored by amateur divers, the Ministry of Culture announced recently.
The shipwrecks at the sites...
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 Agamemnon, after...
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...
Five Easy Summer Recipes With a Greek Spirit
Multifaceted, bright, refreshing like the waves of the Mediterranean Sea, Greek cuisine has won millions of hearts all over the world.
Traditional Greek dishes along...
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.
Melomakarona – The Quintessential Greek Christmas Cookie
Melomakarona are some of the most beloved of all Greek cookies. Made with olive oil, flour, honey, and citrus, melomakarona are much healthier than...