Thursday, May 21Thursday, May 21The Greek Orthodox Church of the Pantocrator in Patras, Greece, was modeled after Constantinople’s Hagia Sophia and reflects its architectural influence. Originally constructed in 900 AD as a modest church, it underwent multiple transformations to become the grand basilica it is today, symbolizing the historical and cultural ties between Greece and Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) .
Athens’ historical significance is highlighted by the Old Tavern of Psaras, the city’s oldest continuously operating restaurant, founded in 1898 in the Plaka district beneath the Acropolis. The establishment remains a landmark of Athenian heritage, attracting both locals and visitors . Additionally, the city’s ancient past is referenced in discussions of Corinth, once known as the "sex capital" of ancient Greece due to its wealth, cosmopolitan culture, and liberal attitudes toward sexuality .
Greek Orthodox Priests Paradise Metal Album Gains Global Acclaim Paradise Metal by Father Dionysios Tambakis, released in April, gained global acclaim and became one of the best-selling albums on Bandcamp.
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The Greek Island of Lesbos and the Origin of the Word Lesbian Modern English, and indeed many languages, borrow a plethora of words from ancient Greek. One particularly interesting word is lesbian, today used to describe a homosexual woman who is attracted to other women, but the root of the word is tied to the Greek island of Lesbos. Lesbian is a demonym for the inhabitants of […]
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The Oldest Restaurant in Athens Still Thriving in Plaka Since 1898 Tucked away in the charming, cobbled alleyways of Plaka beneath the shadow of the Acropolis lies the Old Tavern of Psaras, founded in 1898, which holds the distinguished title of the oldest continuously operating restaurant in Athens. It is a piece of Athenian history that has been delighting locals and visitors alike for well over […]
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Katholikentag: „Willst du eine wehrhafte Gesellschaft, so stärke das Verbindende Alles schlecht, überall nur Krise? Das war nicht die Stimmung beim Katholikentag. Zehntausende diskutierten mit Bischöfen, Politikern und Verteidigungsexperten über demokratischen Zusammenhalt und Zuversicht.
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Standing up for equality, dignity and respect. 🏳️🌈 On International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, we reaffirm the importance of building inclusive societies where everyone can live freely and safely without discrimination. ➡️ link.europa.eu/g6RpWn #IDAHOT #EU #Equality #FundamentalRights
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Rafał Trzaskowski: Zögernder Freund der Lesben und Schwulen Der Warschauer Bürgermeister erwies sich oft als Unterstützer der Belange von Lesben und Schwulen. Eine Entscheidung des EuGH zur Homo-Ehe setzte er jetzt aber nur zögerlich um.
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The Church in Greece That Echoes Constantinoples Hagia Sophia The Greek Orthodox Church of the Pantocrator in Patras, Greece, stands out for its resemblance to the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople (modern day Istanbul) after which it was modeled. Originally built in 900 AD as a simple church of the time, it went through several transformations before becoming the impressive basilica of today. It was […]
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Nearchus: The Ancient Greek Navigator Who Sailed Alexanders Empire into History A man of intellect, daring, and logistical genius, Nearchus played a critical role in Alexanders expansion to the East by executing one of the most ambitious maritime expeditions in the ancient world. Though often overshadowed by the thunderous legacy of Alexander the Great, Nearchus—his admiral and close companion—deserves his place among the great navigators of […]
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Kombuchas Eastern European cousin: Lithuanian entrepreneur bringing Gira to Britain London-based Viltė Fuller, who grew up in the United Kingdom, introduced British consumers to the taste of kvass, or Gira in Lithuanian, about a month ago. She says she had noticed how popular kefir had become and was curious whether the drink she remembered from childhood summers in Lithuania could enjoy similar success.
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Davelis: The Greek Jesse James and the Haunted Treasure Cave The name of Christos Davelis has become a Greek legend. He was a hardened highway robber, a loved and feared outlaw, a ladies man, and had a treasure cave named after him. Christos Natsios (his real name) was born in Steiri, a village in Boeotia, to a family of shepherds from Epirus in 1832. This […]
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Corinth: The Sex Capital of Ancient Greece The ancient Greek city of Corinth was not just renowned across the ancient world for its wealth and cosmopolitan atmosphere. It was infamous for its very relaxed morals, the sexual freedom of its citizens and visitors, and the so-called sinful habits of its people. As one of the largest and most prosperous trading hubs in […]
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La técnica pionera que ha evitado un trasplante cardiaco a Bryan y solo realizan tres centros en el mundo Los menores nacidos con cardiopatías congénitas a menudo tienen conexiones anómalas en la circulación linfática que empeoran su salud y su calidad de vida. El Hospital Gregorio Marañón es el primero en Europa en usar la linfangiografía dinámica con resonancia magnética para diagnosticarlas adecuadamente y poder realizar un cateterismo linfático Leer
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