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Cypriot Bishop Provokes Anger with Views on Homosexuality and Abortion

A bishop from Cyprus caused controversy this week with his statements on homosexuality and abortion, forcing the government and the head of the church of Cyprus, Archbishop Chrysostomos, to condemn his views. Morphou Bishop Neophytos stirred widespread anger when he...

Survey: What Greeks Believe about Cheating, Gambling & Homosexuality

The Pew Research Centre conducted an international survey in 40 countries concerning eight topics often discussed as moral issues, which are extramarital affairs, gambling, homosexuality, abortion, premarital sex, alcohol consumption, divorce, and contraception. The 40,117 respondents were asked whether each topic is morally...

The Most Influential Greek Rebetiko Singers of All Time

Rebetiko, sometimes called the "Greek Blues," is perhaps the most influential genre of Greek music. While the movement as a whole was significant internationally, there were a few Rebetiko singers that defined the iconic genre. Rebetiko singers, musicians, and...

The Ancient Greek Origins of Werewolves

The oldest trace of man-to-wolf transformation dates back to 2100 BC. But the werewolf as we now know it first appeared in ancient Greece. By Tanika Koosmen The werewolf is a staple of supernatural fiction, whether it be film, television, or...

Church of Greece Protests Baptism of Children of Gay Couple

The Church of Greece's highest governing body is formally protesting the recent baptism of the children of a same-sex couple in Athens, an occasion that marked the first time a gay couple held a Greek Orthodox baptism for their...

Yannis Tsarouchis: The Voice of Modern Greek Art

Yannis Tsarouchis was one of the most prominent figures of Greek art.

Activists Falsely Accused Greek Bishop of Hate Speech, Court Rules

A Greek court ruled that two human rights activists falsely accused a Greek Orthodox bishop of hate speech and sentenced them to year-long prison sentences that were suspended for three years on Tuesday. Bishop Seraphim, who is the Metropolitan of...

Tokyo Olympics: Greece Beats Hungary in Water Polo

Greece beat the European water polo champion team of Hungary on Sunday in their first match for the Tokyo Olympics in Japan.

Valentine's Day Advertising Campaign Breeds Controversy in Greece (video)

The recent Valentine's Day advertising campaign for a famous chocolate brand, which features same-sex and interracial couples has fueled controversy in Greece. Lacta's campaign features twenty-eight couples kissing and hugging while holding a chocolate bar. The couples are heterosexual, disabled,...

Greek Church Hits Out at Same-Sex Foster Care

The Greek Orthodox Church leadership has said it remains opposed to same-sex foster care following Wednesday's passing of a fostering bill in the Greek parliament. The bill, which would allow couples who have signed a cohabitation agreement — including same-sex couples...

Controversial Foster-Care Bill Clears Greek Parliament

A bill that would allow couples who have signed a cohabitation agreement -- including same-sex couples -- to become foster parents has been approved by the Greek parliament. One hundred and sixty-one lawmakers voted in favor of the bill, 103...

Western Greece Church Bells Ring in Protest to Gender Rights Law

Church bells have rung in a western Greek diocese to protest a new law that makes it easier for citizens to change their legal gender. Under the guidance of ultra-conservative Orthodox Metropolitan Bishop Amvrosios of Kalavryta, clerics in his diocese...

Piraeus Metropolitan Seraphim Sued for Homophobic Comments on TV

Piraeus Metropolitan Seraphim is sued and wanted by Greek authorities after a lawsuit was filed against him by human rights and gay groups. Specifically, the Greek Helsinki Monitor and Athens Pride have sued the clergy man for racial discrimination and...

Europe Not Keeping Bargain on EU Relocation Program as 2,500 Pakistanis Go Missing

Greece was critical of the European Union on Monday due to its failure to fulfill commitments that would ease pressure on Athens as foreseen by a burden-sharing deal signed a year ago. Speaking to the Greek state broadcaster, Migration...

Four Weddings Star Callow Marries his Partner on Mykonos

Actor Simon Callow is best known for his portrayal of Garter in the British comedic film Four Weddings and a Funeral. The 67-year-old film actor bit the bullet as he married his 33-year-old partner, management consultant Sebastian Fox, in a...