The number of vaccinations, particularly those over 60 years old, remains a major headache for the health ministry, Health Minister Thanos Plevris said on Monday while speaking on MEGA TV. He also…
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Main opposition SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance leader Alexis Tsipras described the course of the pandemic in Greece as extremely worrying while speaking in Parliament on Monday, and accused the prime minister of “a catastrophic…
26 year old Maria Sakkari has set yet another career record, for the fifth consecutive week, as the tennis player climbed to no.7 in the ATP rankings. Sakkari might not have progressed…
Anti-Beijing Winter Olympic 2022 protestors were arrested today during flame lighting ceremony at Ancient Olympia. The entirety of the torch lighting ceremony, including the arrest of the protestor, was caught during the…
It took two years of preparation and two months of work to restore the Russian church, a symbol of the Sphacteria islet, which was associated with the Greek Revolution of 1821 and…
Starlink, a subsidiary of Elon Musk’s Space X, provides Internet access through a network of low Earth orbit satellites (Low Earth Orbit-LEO) and has begun its activities in Greece. According to NewMoney,…
On this day, we commemorate the 1009 A.D. destruction of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre [Grk: Ναός του Παναγίου Τάφου] in Jerusalem. On October 18, 1009 A.D., Fatimid Caliph Al-Hakim bi-Amr…
The Hellenic Initiative Australia invites readers to join Dr Albert Bourla, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Pfizer, a global business leader and an outstanding member of the Greek diaspora in its forthcoming…
The Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (TAIPED) on Friday announced that four interested parties have submitted offers for the exploitation of part of the former US military base of Gournes in Iraklio,…
Greek City Times is proud to present a weekly historical snapshot from the archives of the ‘In Their Own Image: Greek Australians’ national project by photographer Effy Alexakis and historian Leonard Janiszewski.…
Kidoni Glyko tou Koutaliou is one of Greece’s most adored spoon sweets. This quince fruit preserve is delicious on its own, or can be served with almonds, a dollop of natural Greek yoghurt…
Although famous worldwide for its seas, more than 80% of Greece is mountainous. We present to you the top five destinations for mountain lovers, who want to climb, hike, or just enjoy breathtaking views in Greece.
One of the great women figures of Greece in the 20th century, much-loved actress, singer and politician Melina Mercouri was born on this day on 31 October 1920 in Athens.
On October 18 the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of the Holy Apostle and Evangelist Loukas. Agios Loukas wrote the Gospel According to Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.…
The President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou inaugurated the renovated facilities of the International Olympic Academy in Ancient Olympia, highlighting the importance of the Academy, which has evolved into a body…
“It is time to unite under the common vision of Macedonia,” said the Governor of Central Macedonia Mr. Apostolos Tzitzikostas on the occasion of the events for the anniversary of the Macedonian…
Greece will receive a total of nearly 77 billion euros in the next seven years to help speed up its economy’s recovery according to the European Commission. Speaking to Greek news agency…
A passenger train derailed in the northern Greek city of Thessaloniki shortly after midnight on Sunday reported Greek media. Specifically the engine car of the passenger train derailed near the Thessaloniki station…
International Press and media organisations are calling on Greece’s government and the Justice Ministry to withdraw a vaguely defined amendment on “false news” as it puts press freedom under immense pressure. “We…
The linking of the power grids of Crete, the Dodecanese Islands and the NE Aegean Islands with that of the mainland will bring a net benefit of over 4.5 billion euros to…
Kidoni Glyko tou Koutaliou is one of Greece’s most adored spoon sweets. This quince fruit preserve is delicious on its own, or can be served with almonds, a dollop of natural Greek yoghurt…
Although famous worldwide for its seas, more than 80% of Greece is mountainous. We present to you the top five destinations for mountain lovers, who want to climb, hike, or just enjoy breathtaking views in Greece.
Gioras Bakery dates back to the 18th century and is the…
Tiganopsomo- Fried Greek Pita Bread Tiganospomo is a homemade fried…
The President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou inaugurated the…
“It is time to unite under the common vision of…
On October 17, 1850, an angry crowd of Muslims protesting…
Metaponto [Grk: Μεταπόντιον] is a fraction of Comune Di Bernalda with…
Don Morgan Nielsen continues his dash through the history of narrative art and also looks at some other storytelling masterpieces since the time of Pericles as he considers their part in this great rollicking variety show of humanity.
Irene Moutsogianni and Chris Ververis are two young friends from Lesbos who make furniture using an original raw material: olive pits.
The story about how Jim Davis became a billionaire and the richest man of Greek ancestry in the whole world. It all began with a chicken’s foot…
“Bet the Tesla can’t go faster than your second serve,” quips one fan in the comments section of Kyrgios’s post on Instagram as he shares photographs of his brand new car.
For Giorgos Kakosaios, an innate and rising musical talent, the world is at his feet.
Anastasia Miliou is an attorney practicing law in Athens Greece. She writes about legal matters that preoccupy a majority of citizens, explaining in simple terms their legal rights, obligations and consequences. Anastasia also informs Greeks living abroad about their rights to their properties in Greece, inheritance matters, citizenship, parental donations, property transfers, tax obligations and so on. Today’s article by Anastasia relates to joint bank accounts.
Irene Moutsogianni and Chris Ververis are two young friends from Lesbos who make furniture using an original raw material: olive pits.
For Giorgos Kakosaios, an innate and rising musical talent, the world is at his feet.
The fifth season of the hit Netflix TV show The Crown will see a fleet of super yachts appear on screen with Christina O, the yacht formerly owned by Greek tycoon Aristotle Onassis, the latest to join the cast.
Nana Mouskouri, one of the world’s most successful singers, was…
Eurovision Fun reports that a total of 25 artists have…
Kidoni Glyko tou Koutaliou is one of Greece’s most adored…
Gioras Bakery dates back to the 18th century and is the…
Tiganopsomo- Fried Greek Pita Bread Tiganospomo is a homemade fried…
Baklava is a layered pastry dessert made of filo pastry, filled with chopped nuts, and sweetened with syrup or honey. It was one of the most popular sweet pastries of Ottoman cuisine and is sold in Greek bakeries, pastry shops and restaurants around the world.
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The President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou inaugurated the…
Celtic FC manager Ange Postecoglou has former England international goalkeeper…
Two women hung a banner from the Acropolis in Athens…
Spain returned to the gold-medal podium after 10 years by…
For Giorgos Kakosaios, an innate and rising musical talent, the world is at his feet.
World number 3 and four-time Grand Slam tennis champion Naomi Osaka has continued to give us some more great travel inspiration this week as she extends her vacation in Greece.
The fifth season of the hit Netflix TV show The Crown will see a fleet of super yachts appear on screen with Christina O, the yacht formerly owned by Greek tycoon Aristotle Onassis, the latest to join the cast.
International boxing legend Mike Tyson was asked during an interview,…
Greece’s National Opera is set to honour Greek music legend…
Although famous worldwide for its seas, more than 80% of Greece is mountainous. We present to you the top five destinations for mountain lovers, who want to climb, hike, or just enjoy breathtaking views in Greece.
Greek hoteliers are seeing a return to normalcy for tourism…
With snowy mountain slopes and imposing landscapes, Greece really has many wonderful places to visit in autumn and winter. Here we admire the enchanting winter beauty of seven of the most magnificent mountain destinations in Greece.
World number 3 and four-time Grand Slam tennis champion Naomi Osaka has continued to give us some more great travel inspiration this week as she extends her vacation in Greece.
Greece has extended its NOTAM for passengers from abroad to…
With the blossoming emergence of Greek designers who honour their…
Romance is in the air with Valentine’s Day just a…
Have you ever wondered how the famous Spanish clothing company…
The love for Greek cultural heritage and a desire to share it with the whole world led to the creation of Greek brand SOPHIA, now being sold worldwide including at the iconic Louvre and British Museums.
Italian luxury fashion house Versace debuted ‘Versacepolis’ over the weekend, which was iconic in so many ways.
Irene Moutsogianni and Chris Ververis are two young friends from Lesbos who make furniture using an original raw material: olive pits.
The most ultimate car ever “Made in Greece” from conception,…
Glimpse through stunning Hellas House in Shanghai Walking passed Hellas…
With a volcanic black sandy beach on its doorstep, Hilton’s Sea Breeze Luxury Resort is soon to be among the few luxurious 5-star properties on arguably Greece’s most famous island of Santorini – an island instantly recognisable for its picturesque cliffs adorned by whitewashed, blue-accented, cube-shaped buildings and the tangerine sunsets that light up both sky and sea.
The tiny village of Volax rests upon an otherworldly, lunarlike landscape that looks as though it has been pelted with giant, spherical boulders. This unique extraterrestrial surround was appreciated more than 2,000 years ago by the village’s first inhabitants who, inspired by nature, made good use of the phenomenon, building their homes around, between and into the rocks.