Greece
Europe
United States of the Ionian Islands: The History of British Rule in Greece
The formation of the United States of the Ionian Islands under British rule in Greece is a little known period of the country's history.
Greece
Father Dimitrios: The Orthodox Monk Who Was a British Spy
The story of Father Dimitrios, the monk who turned out to be a spy for the British Intelligence Service in pre-World War II Greece
Greece
British Author’s Love Letter to Greek Island of Zakynthos
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The Greek island of Zakynthos is yet another idyllic Greek island offering rich history, and cultural treasures, along with beaches galore.
Greece
British Tourists Suspected of Having Monkeypox in Greece
A British tourist and his partner in Greece are suspected of having the first cases of monkeypox in Greece. The rare infection has been spreading throughout Europe and the Americas since it was first diagnosed in the UK in...
Art
John Craxton: The British Painter with a Greek Soul
British painter John Craxton, who lived from 1922 until 2009, is known for his iconic depiction of his beloved second home—Greece.
The life and work of this extraordinary philhellene are the subjects of a new exhibition called "John Craxton: A...
entertainment
British Reality Show “Loaded in Paradise” Filmed in Greece
A new British reality show called "Loaded in Paradise" from the ITV network will be filmed in Greece.
The show will feature couples island-hopping across Greece and spending loads of money on their trip. A total of five pairs of...
Greece
British Mother Takes Kids to Greece Because They “Deserve a Holiday”
A British mother took off for a Greek vacation with her children against the advice of the UK, which has placed Greece on its "Amber List"
Europe
Former British Museum Trustee Calls for Return of Parthenon Marbles
Noted British sculptor and former Trustee of the British Museum Sir Antony Gormley came out for the return of the Parthenon Marbles on Wednesday, saying "I would be happy to return them."
In an interview with the magazine British Archaeology,...
Celebrities
Stanley Johnson, British PM’s Father, Chooses France for Citizenship
Stanley Johnson, the father of British PM Boris Johnson, announced on Thursday he is applying for French citizenship.
Education
British University Opens New European Campus in Thessaloniki
The University of York in the United Kingdom announced on Wednesday the opening of a new European campus in Thessaloniki, Greece.
University of York Vice-Chancellor Charlie Jeffery has announced that the university has formed a partnership with CITY College, one...
Business
Number of British Businessmen Seeking Greek Citizenship on Sharp Rise
The number of British businessmen looking to acquire citizenship from countries offering visa-free access to the European Union has risen sharply, investment migration firms say, as prospects of a post-Brexit trade deal between Britain and the bloc darken.
Investment immigration...
Greece
British Tourists Rush Out of Greece Before Quarantine Deadline
Up to 60,000 Britons are fighting for a timely return to their homeland to beat Wednesday's deadline, when those heading home from seven popular Greek islands will face a 14-day quarantine.
On Monday, the British government announced that that the...
Greece
Seven Greek Islands Put on Quarantine List for British Travelers
According to reports, seven Greek islands have been added to the list of places where British tourists will be obliged to quarantine when they return home from their holidays.
British Transport Secretary Grant Schapps announced today during a speech in...
Greece
British Tourist Killed by Speedboat on Greek Island of Corfu
The body of a British tourist was found by swimmers in the sea region of Avlaki, off northeastern Corfu, on Monday morning.
According to sources, the woman, who was spending her holidays on Corfu, had been hit by a vessel's...
Greece
British Traveler Delights in a Quieter, More Restful Greece this Summer
On July 16, British writer Barry Neild took advantage of the first opportunity he was offered -- just one day after Greece lifted its ban on UK citizens -- and took off for the sunny climes of Greece, not...