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Celebrities
Giannis Antetokounmpo Prepares for a Big Fat Greek Wedding
Giannis Antetokounmpo is planning his wedding with long-time girlfriend Mariah Riddlesprigger in Greece during the summer, Greek media report.
The wedding, according to an exclusive report by Alpha TV, will take place at the upscale resort of Costa Navarino near...
Greek News
‘Kindness Guy’ Leon Logothetis Launches New Documentary
Affectionately known as the "kindness Guy", Leon Logothetis inspires transformation through the simple, yet extraordinary power of kindness in his new documentary “The Kindness Within”.
Logothetis a keynote speaker, acclaimed author, and TV host is a Greek-American born in the...
events
Athenian Statesman Pericles Found Guilty in Trial by the National Hellenic Museum
At a "trial" organized by Chicago's National Hellenic Museum a distinguished jury of 12 community leaders and an audience of over 600 attendees found the Athenian statesman Pericles “guilty” of subverting the law.
Pericles changed the Athenian Constitution to revoke...
Ancient Greece
Dune’s House of Atreides is Named in Honor of an Ancient Greek King
Dune: Part Two, like the first installment is making a big impact in the world of cinema. According to figures released this month, the sci-fi epic is nearing $700 million at the worldwide box office. The movie is an...
Canada
The River Of Gold in British Columbia
The Fraser River in British Columbia has been a source of placer gold for more than 160 years and it has been a meeting point for amateur treasure hunters ever since.
It all began in 1858 when the discovery of...
Celebrities
Elon Musk May Start Charging New Users of X
Elon Musk has said in a post on X that he is considering implementing a "small fee" for new users if they want to post, bookmark, or like on the platform with the aim of tackling the issue of...
Greek News
Athens Declared ‘Best Smelling’ City in Europe
People living in Athens may disagree, but a recent study analyzing 30 major cities in Europe and beyond, has found that the Greek capital is the best-smelling city.
The study by HAYPP has shed light on this overlooked aspect of...
Greek News
EU Cracks Down on Social Media Influencers, Including 20 Greeks
Influencers in the EU, including 20 Greeks, who have failed to declare profits made through advertising may face penalties by the European Commission.
A Commission sweep carried out from Oct. 27 to Nov. 30, 2023, which scrutinized posts from 576...
Archaeology
Search for Alexander the Great’s Tomb in a Bizarre Tale of Intrigue
For over 2,300 years, researchers and historians have been trying to locate Alexander the Great’s Tomb, which remains one of the world’s greatest mysteries even to this day.
A recent effort to find it has become an acclaimed documentary that...
Greek Food
Mastiha Cocktails: The Greek Summer Experience
Mastic or mastiha from the Greek island of Chios is getting traction on social media as the basic ingredient for summer cocktails.
Many bartenders and amateur connoisseurs are uploading videos of how to use the "white gold" of Chios to...
Food
When Potatoes Were Introduced to Greece
The introduction of potatoes to Greece by first Governor Ioannis Kapodistrias after the liberation from the Ottomans is a story rich in lore.
Greek News
Own a Slice of Paradise: Uninhabited Island Near Mykonos for Sale
A small uninhabited island called Tragonisi, located a few nautical miles east of Mykonos, is on the market for sale. It is expected to fetch 50 million euros ($54 million).
According to the ad published by the real estate agency...
Greek News
Olympic Flame Begins Journey From Ancient Greece to Paris
The Olympic Flame, the symbol of the Olympic Games, is being lit on Tuesday in Ancient Olympia and begins its long journey to Paris for the Summer Olympics.
Some 600 dignitaries attend the ceremony, headed by Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou...
Celebrities
Elon Musk Comments on Greece’s ‘Population Collapse’
Elon Musk has shared and commented on an X post talking about Greece's looming "population collapse", a scenario predicted for the country after it has seen a rise in sudden and unexpected deaths, alongside a drop in fertility rates.
Elon...
Business
Greek Olive Oil: The Challenges of Global Warming and High Prices
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At the 2024 Food Expo in Athens, hundreds of Greek olive oil company representatives joined other food and drink professionals to exhibit products and connect with buyers.
They also talked with Greek Liquid Gold about the Expo’s usefulness, their companies’...