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World Bee Day: Greece Has the 3rd Highest Number of Beehives in the EU Greece ranks third among all European Union countries for the number of beehives on its farms, with 1.2 million hives recorded in 2023, according to new data from Eurostat. The findings come as the world marks World Bee Day on May 20, a day set aside to highlight the vital role bees and other pollinators […]

How the Nile Shaped the Rise of the Ancient Kush Civilization The Niles flooding patterns sustained the Kush civilization for over a thousand years, building fertile land that helped one of ancient Africas most powerful empires grow and endure, a new study has found. Researchers say the rivers behavior near present-day northern Sudan was unusually stable, and that stability proved central to the empires rise. The […]

The Little-Known Greek College of Oxford, England The Greek College, established in 1699, was a short-lived attempt to create a separate learning institution for Greek Orthodox students at the University of Oxford, England during the 17th century, when there was regular contact between Eastern Orthodoxy and the various Protestant churches. During the seventeenth century and the first quarter of the eighteenth, Anglicans […]

China Installs Worlds Largest Floating Offshore Wind Turbine China has installed what officials describe as the worlds largest floating offshore wind turbine in deep waters off the countrys southern coast, marking a major step in renewable energy technology. The project, called the Three Gorges Pilot, was deployed near Yangjiang in Guangdong province by China Three Gorges Corporation. Company representatives announced the installation in […]

Major US Airline Bans Human-Like Robots on Flights Southwest Airlines, a major US airline, has banned human-like and animal-like robots from its flights, citing safety concerns tied to the lithium-ion batteries that power these devices. The Dallas-based carrier updated its safety guidelines to keep such robots out of both the cabin and checked baggage, regardless of size or intended use. The airline classifies […]

17th-Century Treasure Ship Loaded With Silver and Cannons Found Off Spain A sunken treasure ship carrying 27 cannons and 18 silver bars has been found at the bottom of the Bay of Cádiz off Spains southern coast. The 17th-century French vessel, provisionally named Delta I, held silver cargo weighing roughly half a ton. The find came during dredging work for a new container terminal at the […]

Philo of Byzantium: The Ancient Greek Who Could Have Worked in Silicon Valley Lets be honest, when you think of ancient Greek geniuses, your mind probably jumps straight to people like Archimedes, right? The Greek man with the bathtub and his famous Eureka! moment. However, theres another Greek titan who deserves a modern spotlight, a man who was sketching out automatons centuries before Silicon Valley even existed and […]

The Dark History of the Greek Island Paradise of Trikeri The tiny island of Trikeri in the Pagasitic Gulf off the end of the Pelion peninsula is one of Greeces lesser-known idylls.

What the Greek Intellectuals of Ancient Alexandria Taught the World Traveling in Alexandria is an intellectually enriching experience. On ones travels there, it becomes apparent how the people of Alexandria enlightened the world. A plethora of intellectuals, including ancient Greek mathematician Euclid, the father of geometry, and Eratosthenes, the father of geography, either studied or worked in this city established by Alexander III of Macedon, […]

Virgils Most Mysterious Prophecy: Jesus or a New Savior Destined to Bring the Golden Age? The Fourth Eclogue of the Roman poet Virgil stands out among his pastoral poems as a piece charged with a mysterious and powerful prophecy. Written around 40 BC, during the turbulent era following Julius Caesars assassination, this poem envisions the birth of a miraculous child destined to inaugurate a new golden age of peace and […]

The Brad Pitt Lookalike Who Fought Heroically in the Battle of Crete This photograph of resistance fighters in Crete posing with German rifles and hand-grenades has been making the rounds of Greek social media

Greek Activists Detained in Gaza Flotilla Raid Disembark in Israel Greek pro-Palestinian activists participating in the flotilla to Gaza and detained at sea by Israeli forces disembarked in Israel, where Greek diplomats are offering assistance, the Foreign Ministry said Wednesday. Ministry spokeswoman Lana Zochiou stated that Greek citizens aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla vessels—which were intercepted in the eastern Mediterranean— disembarked at the Israeli port […]

Greece Introduces Stricter Rules for Renewable Energy Projects Greeces Ministry of Environment and Energy has launched a public consultation for a new Special Spatial Framework for Renewable Energy Sources (RES-Spatial Framework). Aiming to balance rapid green transition with environmental protection and local community interests, the new policy introduces a unified and significantly stricter set of rules for hosting large-scale green energy investments. The […]

10 Modern Greeks Who Changed Human History From medicine and music to shipping, cinema, and science, modern Greeks have left a remarkable mark on the world far beyond the borders of Greece. Here are ten modern Greeks whose influence changed history, culture, science, and global society. 10 modern Greeks 1. George Papanicolaou — The Doctor Who Saved Millions of Lives Born in […]

Genocide Denial: Turkey Rejects Extermination of Pontic Greeks As Greece marked the Genocide of Pontic Greeks on May 19, Turkey rejected the allegations that an extermination took place, accusing Greece of weaponizing history for political purposes. Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas called for the recognition of the Pontic Greek Genocide by the international community. We honor the memory of the victims of the Pontian […]

When Did Greek Mythology End and Greek History Begin? There are countless myths and legends about ancient Greece. Of course, there are also countless historical records about it, too. So when did ancient Greek mythology come to an end, being replaced by pure history? Many people believe that most of Greek mythology is set in the Mycenaean Era, such as the myths of the […]

The Blood Prophesy of the Byzantine Emperors During his reign, Byzantine Emperor Manuel I Komnenos was transfixed with a prophecy that foretold the survival of his dynasty depended on adherence to the acronym AIMA. AIMA is also the Greek word for blood. Anxious for the survival of his dynasty, Manuel devoted a great deal of his reign to ensuring that his successor […]

Greece Ranks Among Top Global Cruise Destinations for American Seniors Greece is increasingly attracting affluent older American cruise travelers, according to a new report by travel insurance provider SquareMouth. The study highlights the countrys growing appeal among high-spending, long-haul visitors who are driving demand for premium Mediterranean itineraries. SquareMouths 2026 senior cruise travel analysis ranks Greece 7th globally among the worlds top cruise destinations for […]

Emily in Paris Spoiler: Emily and Gabriels Chance Mykonos Meeting Caught on Video After a day filming on a beach, Lily Collins and the cast of Netflixs hit series Emily in Paris have moved to Mykonos town to shoot scenes for the highly anticipated Season 6. Behind-the-scenes footage captured by Mykonoslive.tv reveals a major plot point being filmed at a local island greengrocer. In the scene, Emily (played […]

The Kidnapping of a Nazi General: Cretes WWII Legacy of Bravery The story of the kidnapping of German Major General Heinrich Kreipe on Crete during the islands occupation by the 3rd Reich in the midst of World War II is one of patriotism and bravery. The operation carried out by the British Special Operations Executive (SOE) and Cretan  resistance fighters was evidence of Cretes resilient, fearless […]

Los Angeles Greek Film Festival Marks 20 Years of Showcasing Greek Cinema The 20th anniversary edition of the Los Angeles Greek Film Festival (LAGFF) will officially kick off on Wednesday, May 27, with an Opening Night red carpet celebration at the historic Egyptian Theatre. This years festival highlights include prestigious cinematic premieres, industry development labs, and high-profile tributes to legendary industry figures. Los Angeles Greek Film Festival […]

Conde Nast Traveller Names the 15 Best Greek Islands to Visit in 2026 Greece once again takes center stage in global travel as Conde Nast Traveller recently unveiled its list of the 15 best Greek islands to visit in 2026. The selection spans the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, and the North Aegean, spotlighting destinations that balance authenticity, accessibility, distinctive accommodation, and immersive cultural and culinary experiences. The ranking […]

Greek-Australian Doctor Charged with 148 Counts of Rape and Sexual Assault A major police investigation in Brisbane has led to 148 charges of rape and sexual assault being laid against a 74-year-old Greek-Australian and former General Practitioner (GP). At least 15 former patients have already come forward to give evidence to authorities. On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Queensland Police officially charged Stellios Theodoros with 94 counts […]

Can 800,000 Empty Houses Solve Greeces Crisis? Roughly 12 of Greeces houses, amounting to approximately 800,000 properties nationwide, currently sit empty. Authorities hope that with the right incentives, a significant portion of these closed homes could be mobilized to combat the countrys ongoing housing crisis. Crucially, these properties are not secondary holiday homes, meaning they represent a viable permanent residential supply, according […]

Injured Lamine Yamal Rests in Greece Ahead of World Cup Race Barcelonas young superstar, Lamine Yamal, is currently vacationing on the Ionian island of Zakynthos, Greece, alongside his new partner, Ines Garcia. The couple was spotted strolling around the island, with Yamal taking some much-needed time to recharge following the conclusion of his domestic club season. Zakynthos is renowned for its high-end luxury villas and 5-star, […]

How the Battle of Crete Changed the Course of World War II The Battle of Crete will remain forever in military history as the scene of the largest German airborne operation of World War II

Greece Fast-Tracks Secondment of 156 Teachers to Diaspora Schools Greeces Minister for Education, Religious Affairs and Sports, Sofia Zacharaki, has announced the secondment of 156 teachers to Greek educational institutions of the Diaspora for the 2026–2027, 2027–2028, and 2028–2029 school years. According to the ministerial decision, the educators will serve in overseas educational units while continuing to receive their regular salaries in Greece, supplemented […]

Is Todays Ithaca Homers Ithaca? The Controversy Over Odysseus True Homeland The Odyssey, composed by Homer in the seventh century BCE, tells the story of Odysseus on his journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. The normal interpretation is that Homers Ithaca is the same as modern Ithaca, also called Ithaki. However, there is a lot of controversy surrounding this identification. Is Homers Ithaca really the […]

2,500-Year-Old Pre-Roman Sanctuary Buried by Ancient Flood Discovered in Italy Archaeologists in northern Italy have uncovered a rare pre-Roman sanctuary buried by an ancient flood, offering new insight into religious life in the Veneto region before and during Roman rule. The site was found during road construction near Ponso, in the province of Padua. Workers first noticed ancient remains during safety checks for old wartime […]

Great Wall of China Excavation Reveals Giant Ming Dynasty Cannon Archaeologists working at the Jiankou section of the Great Wall near Beijing, China, have uncovered rare evidence of military defense and daily life from the Ming Dynasty, including a large 17th-century cannon, heated brick beds, inscribed construction bricks, and food remains. The discoveries were announced during Beijings archaeological research briefing in December 2025, following conservation […]